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Cmedrano03
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January 26, 2022
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Home Repairs

  • January 26, 2022
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Can I put the repairs to our home as tax deductible, if so how?

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    xmasbaby0Level 15
    Level 15
    January 26, 2022

    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.

    **Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**
      ColeenD3
      ColeenD3
      Level 15
      January 26, 2022

      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
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