Have an older house with Galvanized Water line coming into the house. Need to go from the Galvanized to the PVC, do not have the means ofremoving the Galvanized to have it threaded and really do not want to call out a plumber just to thread the galv.
No, those are not deductible. Clothing that is required for your work that could be worn off the job (even if you'd never get caught dead in it at any other time) is never deductible. Only safety clothing (steel-toed boots, hardhats, eye protection, etc.) or clothing that is unsuitable for wear off the job (many uniforms ARE suitable for wear off the job so they don't qualify unless your employer bars you from wearing them off the job) are deductible. Uniforms can get you in trouble. For example, military uniforms are suitable for off duty wear so can't be deducted. There is one exception for Air Force personnel who are allowed to deduct utility uniforms since USAF policy prohibits their wear off duty off base.
I would check with your local building department to make sure you can put a flat roof on your residence. More than likely, you can. I can think of very few pros to a flat roof. Cons - they are very prone to leaking, quality roofing materials for flat work are expensive and snow load requirements for framing could be substantial. Also, you must consider resale value for your home. I would not purchase a home with a flat roof and I am not alone.
As long as it's not a ridiculous amount and you have your receipts. Yes!
no, they can be worn out in the public, they are not restricted clothes even when they are r'qrd by your employer and of course if you don't use Sch A, itemize, it doesn't matter you can't anyway
