NAICS code: 561710
Whether you work for yourself or for a company, you are familiar with squashing bugs. Hopefully, you can now snuff out those overpayments on your tax bill with the same hunter’s instinct you used to snuff out your overpayments.
The IRS should not be allowed to dig deeper into your wallet than necessary. You are basically spraying a protective perimeter around your financial security by claiming business expenses on your taxes.
You don’t have to put out bait to attract those savings because we’ve compiled the best write-offs for exterminators and pest control businesses.
We have put together a list of the most common write-offs for exterminators and pest control businesses that you can use to deduct your expenses.
⛔Tools & equipment
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 22
Tools or equipment like flags and flares used to direct traffic are deductible.
👕Uniforms
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 27a
Any uniforms you’re required to wear on the job are considered tax-deductible.
⚡Protective gear
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 22
Write off the protective gear such as goggles and gloves, you wear while performing electrical work.
📅Appointment booking software
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 18
If you use software to keep track of appointments, write off the subscription.
🛠️Contract labor
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 11
Write off the fees you pay to contract labor to help you complete projects.
📜Certifications & licenses
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 23
Any required certifications or licensing fees can be deducted.
🌐 Website & hosting fees
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 8
Squarespace, Wix, GoDaddy, and other website service fees are fully tax-deductible.
💬Advertising
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 8
Print and online advertising costs for your business are considered write-offs.