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posted Oct 30, 2019 4:49:25 AM

Can I claim a portion of the cost for a Energy home inspection?

I had a home inspection for energy done on my home prior to replacing my furnace. Can I claim a portion of this expense as an expense on my rental porperty. I rent out the basement?

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New Member
Oct 30, 2019 4:49:27 AM

Yes, but you can only claim the amount of expenses that relate to the rented part of your house. In this case if your furnace is used for both the personal and rented parts of your home, you first need to determine the percentage of your home that is rented (20%, 30%, 40%). And then you can then claim that percentage of your common home repairs.

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New Member
Oct 30, 2019 4:49:27 AM

Yes, but you can only claim the amount of expenses that relate to the rented part of your house. In this case if your furnace is used for both the personal and rented parts of your home, you first need to determine the percentage of your home that is rented (20%, 30%, 40%). And then you can then claim that percentage of your common home repairs.

New Member
Oct 30, 2019 4:49:28 AM

Thank you my question was about claiming the cost of the inspection. I do not claim capital expenses such as a furnace.

New Member
Oct 30, 2019 4:49:30 AM

Yes you can claim a percentage of the cost of the inspection.

New Member
Oct 30, 2019 4:49:31 AM

Thank you