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Home Repairs

Cmedrano03 — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 04:22:52 GMT

Can I put the repairs to our home as tax deductible, if so how?

Re: Home Repairs

xmasbaby0 — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 17:45:48 GMT

No. Repairs, improvements, or maintenance for your own home are not deductible. Save receipts etc for your records ---they might be needed for someday when you sell the house, depending on what they are for.

Re: Home Repairs

ColeenD3 — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 17:49:51 GMT

No, repairs to your personal home are not deductible. If you make a major improvement, the amount is added to the basis of the property.

Here are some more capital improvements:

Remodels and room additions (including decks and porches)
New or upgraded landscaping, irrigation, sprinkler system
Hardscape such as pavement, block or retaining wall, patio
Fencing
Swimming pool, spa
Storm windows, doors
New roof
Central vacuum or security system
Upgraded wiring, plumbing, ductwork
Central heating, AC, humidifier
New furnace, water heater
Filtration, soft-water, or septic system
Built-in appliances
New flooring or wall-to-wall carpeting
Upgraded insulation
Satellite dish