NAICS code: 561720
Cleanliness is next to godliness. Nobody else understands this as much as a janitor or a custodian. But as a janitor, have you ever taken the time out to clean and polish your taxes to save some money? Probably not.
You may think it’s a time-consuming job but it’s truly worth it because, at the end of the day, it benefits you because you will be able to reduce your tax bills. From the cleaning brushes to other supplies you need to run a business are all tax deductible.
We have put together a list of the most common write-offs for janitors and custodians that you can use to deduct your expenses.
🧽Cleaning supplies
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 22
All the items you use to clean are tax deductible. These items include rags, soap, spray, and other necessary things related to truck cleaning.
✨Cleaning equipment
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 22
When you purchase cleaning equipment like vacuum cleaners, steamers, and carpet cleaners, you can write them off on taxes.
💬 Advertising
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 8
Any advertising costs (both online and offline) are considered tax write-offs.
🌐 Website & hosting fees
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 8
The websites you use to meet your client or host events are tax-deductible. These websites include Squarespace, Wix, and others.
👕Uniforms
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 27a
Any uniforms you’re required to wear on the job are considered tax-deductible.
🧰Equipment repairs
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 21
If you have to give your machinery and equipment for repair, then you can write this expense off on taxes.
🧺Uniform dry cleaning
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 27a
If you need to get your uniform professionally dry cleaned, you can write it off.