Tax deductions guide
Roofer Tax Deductions Australia 2025-26
Roofing work has strong PPE and safety-ticket requirements. This page highlights deductions to check and records to keep. It is written for roofers, roof plumbers, and roofing apprentices and is designed to work with the free TradieCalc.au tax calculator.
Open the free tradie tax calculatorCommon deductions to check
- Harnesses, ropes, ladders, drills, tin snips, nail guns, tool belts, blades, and tool repairs.
- Safety boots, hi-vis, hard hats, gloves, sunscreen, eye protection, and wet weather gear.
- Working at heights, white card, EWP, first aid, and licence renewals linked to current roofing work.
- Vehicle, trailer, parking, tolls, and travel between job sites.
What to enter in the calculator
| Calculator section | What to include |
|---|---|
| Tools and PPE | Work tools, protective equipment, replacement parts, and eligible clothing used to earn income. |
| Licences and tickets | Renewals, industry tickets, union fees, and work-related training connected to your current role. |
| Travel and vehicle | Site-to-site kilometres, parking, tolls, overnight travel, or logbook-based work vehicle expenses. |
| ABN contractor mode | Business income, materials, subcontractors, equipment hire, insurance, accounting, super, and PAYG instalments. |
Records to keep
- Receipts for height safety gear and tools.
- Training certificates and renewal invoices.
- Vehicle records showing work-related travel.
Keep records for long enough to support the claim if the ATO asks. Photos of receipts, bank records, supplier statements, and job diaries can all help explain the work connection.
Common mistakes
- Claiming initial qualification costs incorrectly.
- Not depreciating expensive gear where required.
- Claiming everyday clothing that is not protective.
This guide is general information only. Deductions depend on your circumstances, employment type, and records. Speak with a registered tax agent for personal advice.
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