We get it, nobody likes being too cold or too hot. Your customers get cranky when their HVAC system goes on the fritz, and you’re the one to bear the brunt of their complaints. So at the end of the day, it’s no wonder you don’t want to think about taxes.
But did you know that the job expenses you run into all the time can actually save you money on your tax bill? Whether it’s wear and tear on your van or that special-order component you’ll need to fix the furnace (you know, the one that’s guaranteed to be on backorder when you need it most), you can put these purchases to work for you. Time to heat up your savings!
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Business cards with your contact information count as advertising expenses.
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Educational courses and certifications to enhance your skills are considered tax write-offs.
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Software you use for invoicing, tracking expenses, creating timesheets, and so on is deductible.
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Write off the protective gear, like goggles and gloves, you wear while performing electrical work.
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Squarespace, Wix, GoDaddy, and other website service fees are fully tax-deductible.
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Print and online advertising costs for your business are considered write-offs.
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Freelancers, contractors, or other services that help you run your business are tax-deductible.
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The depreciation on your machinery and equipment is considered tax-deductible.
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Any maintenance or repairs needed for your equipment to operate are fully deductible
As an HVAC tech, you might need to drive to an office or a client's home, or to pick up tools and supplies. If this applies to you, can claim your car expenses on your taxes.
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Parking for a meeting downtown, or any other work trip, is tax-deductible!
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A toll while driving to or from a work destination is tax-deductible!
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If you buy a new car, you can write off part of the cost every year for five years.
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Flashlights, tire iron, duct tape, and other tools you may need in your vehicle are deductible.
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Car insurance monthly fees, registration, even roadside assistance are partially deductible.
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Oil changes, repairs, and regular checkups are all tax-deductible if you drive for work.
As long as the conversation is work-related, you can deduct the cost of going for a meal or drink with mentors, clients, or fellow HVAC techs.
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If you discuss work with a coworker, mentor, client, or prospective client, it's a write-off!
The cost of transportation or a hotel can be deducted from your taxes if you have to travel out of town for work for something, like an industry conference or to meet a client.
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Planes, trains, and car rentals are all work-related travel costs that can be written off.
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When you travel for work, lodging expenses such as hotel rooms or Airbnb are write offs.
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When you're traveling for work, all meals are tax-deductible. Even takeout!
While most of your work might take place in office buildings or clients' homes, you might use a dedicated workspace at home for administrative purposes, like client development, industry research, and working on the marketing side of your business. This makes you eligible to claim home office deductions!
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A desk, chairs, lamps, and other home office necessities are all tax write-offs.
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You can write off up to $2,500 for individual repairs to your property.
Form 8829
Gotta keep the lights on in your home office! A portion of your electricity bill counts.
Form 8829
Whether it's rental or homeowners insurance, you can write off a portion through your home office deduction.
Form 8829
It'd be hard to work in an office without running water, huh? You water bill counts.
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Your Comcast bill is a tax write-off. You need internet to do your job!
