I purchased new exterior doors. Can I claim these on my taxes and how do I do it?

[Marketstar · Accepted solution]

If you are referring to a personal residence:

Home improvements (such as your exterior doors) are not deductible, but  can add to the cost basis of your home, which may reduce the capital gain when you sell your property.

In addition, you may be able to deduct the sales tax paid for building materials for a major improvement to the home if you itemize deductions and choose the sales tax deduction over state income taxes paid.

To enter sales taxes paid:

Enter sales taxes paid in the Search box located in the upper right of the program screen.  Click on the Jump to sales taxes paid link.

[TomD8]

One other thing:  be aware that you may be eligible for a federal tax credit on the new doors if they are Energy Star certified.