can we claim a roof replacement on our home if it was leaking and insurance only wanted to repair roof ?

[radcondon]

insurance co. paid 3000.00 for repair but some plywood needed replaced also . we had the roof replaced out of our pocket.

[xmasbaby0]

No.   Repairs and improvements to your own home are not deductible on your federal tax return.  Save your records for someday when you sell the house.

[DoninGA]

The cost of the roof replacement is not reported on your tax return if this was for a personal residence, not used as a rental or in a business.  The cost of the improvement to the home can be added to the basis of the home when it is sold.