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Question

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

Forum|Forum|1 year ago
March 3, 2025
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insurance co. paid 3000.00 for repair but some plywood needed replaced also . we had the roof replaced out of our pocket.

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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.

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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.