Tradie Tax Q&A

Can tradies claim home office for quotes and paperwork?

Yes, if you genuinely work from home for trade admin, quotes, invoices, study, or job planning and keep records of hours.

Last updated: 7 July 2026. General information for Australian tradies. Not personal tax advice.

What the fixed rate covers

The 70c/hour fixed rate covers energy, internet, phone, stationery and computer consumables. Because those costs are bundled in the fixed rate, do not claim the same running costs again under another field.

What you still may claim separately

Depreciation for office furniture, computers, and some equipment can be separate if records support the work-use portion.

Simple record method

Keep a calendar, spreadsheet, diary, or app record of the hours spent doing work admin from home.

Where to enter it in TradieCalc

Enter home office hours in Other Items. Use actual method fields only if you are not relying on the fixed-rate method for those costs.

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