Driveway paving
$3,000-$12,000
Can You Write Off Driveway Paving?
Short answer: No: paving or sealing your driveway isn't deductible; a new driveway adds to basis.
Home improvements aren't deductible for a personal residence, but they add to your cost basis, which lowers taxable gain when you sell (above the $250,000 / $500,000 exclusion).
Records to keep: Keep receipts, statements (1098, 1098-T, 1099, W-2G), and a note of what each cost was for. Compare itemizing to the 2026 standard deduction before you claim.
Driveway paving
Typical range: $3,000-$12,000
Individuals / Personal Taxes
No: paving or sealing your driveway isn't deductible; a new driveway adds to basis.
Business justification
No: paving or sealing your driveway isn't deductible; a new driveway adds to basis. Home improvements aren't deductible for a personal residence, but they add to your cost basis, which lowers taxable gain when you sell (above the $250,000 / $500,000 exclusion).
Category
- Personal Tax Deductions