If this property was NOT a rental property and just an inherited property that was then sold, repairs and maintenance are not deductible expenses UNLESS it was something like a remodel or a roof replacement that extended the useful life of the home. In that case, it would be added to the cost basis of the house.
Things such as painting, mowing the lawn, repairs to electrical, etc are not deductible expenses or expenses that can be added to the cost basis of the house.
Airfare to the residence is not a deductible expense.
The replacement of the hot water heater and well pump would be added to the cost basis of the house.
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