Can I deduct the sales tax on home renovation or construction?
You can deduct the sales tax on your home renovation or construction if all of these conditions apply:
You're itemizing.
You're taking the sales tax deduction, as opposed to the state/local income tax deduction.
The tax rate is equal to your state and local general sales tax rate.
You (or your contractor acting as your agent) purchased the building materials and paid the tax.




