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Plumbers & Plumbing Contractors

From solo plumbers to multi-crew plumbing companies — expert tax preparation, bookkeeping, and IRS representation tailored to the plumbing trade in Queens, NYC and beyond.

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Tax services for plumbers — Arrieta Tax
Plumber Tax Specialists

Tax expertise built for the plumbing trade

Self-employed plumbers and plumbing contractors face unique tax challenges: tracking tool and equipment costs, deducting work vehicles, managing licensing fees, and staying compliant as a 1099 worker or small business owner. Since 2005 we have helped plumbers at every stage — independent operators to multi-crew companies — reduce their tax bill and stay audit-ready, with bilingual service and a maximum refund guarantee.

  • Tools & equipment deductions maximized (Section 179)
  • Vehicle mileage & actual expense deduction
  • Quarterly estimated taxes & self-employment tax strategy
  • Bilingual support in English and Spanish
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What We Handle

Tax Services for Plumbers

Solo tradesperson or growing plumbing company — we cover every tax scenario unique to the plumbing industry.

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Schedule C & Self-Employment Tax
We prepare your Schedule C with every allowable deduction for self-employed plumbers and calculate your self-employment tax accurately, so you never overpay to the IRS.
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Tools & Equipment Deductions
We document and maximize deductions for pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, drain cameras, water jetting equipment, and all trade tools — including Section 179 accelerated depreciation for large purchases.
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Vehicle & Mileage Deduction
Your work truck or van is one of your biggest deductions. We analyze standard mileage vs. actual expense method and pick the one that saves you more — plus Section 179 for full vehicle write-offs.
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Quarterly Estimated Tax Payments
We calculate your quarterly estimated taxes (April, June, September, January) so you avoid IRS underpayment penalties and never face a surprise bill at filing time.
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LLC & S-Corp Strategy
When your plumbing business earns above ~$40,000/year, an S-Corp election can sharply reduce self-employment taxes. We model the numbers and handle the filing from start to finish.
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IRS Representation & Audits
If the IRS questions your vehicle logs, tool deductions, or 1099 income, our team handles every communication, letter, and audit response — so you can stay on the job.
Who We Serve

Solutions for Every Type
of Plumbing Business

From the independent plumber filing a 1099 to the licensed master plumber running a crew — deep expertise in your segment.

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Self-Employed & 1099 Plumbers

Independent plumbers receiving 1099 forms who need Schedule C, quarterly payments, and maximum deductions for tools and mileage.

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Residential Plumbing Contractors

Contractors handling home repairs, bathroom remodels, and installations who need to track job costs, material expenses, and subcontractors.

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Commercial Plumbing Companies

Larger plumbing businesses working commercial sites with multiple employees, payroll obligations, and substantial equipment fleets.

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Apprentice & Journeyman Plumbers

Union and non-union plumbers with W-2 and 1099 income who want to maximize unreimbursed work expense deductions and understand their withholding.

Why Choose Us

We Speak Plumber

We know the IRS rules around vehicle logs, tool receipts, and contractor income that generic tax preparers routinely miss — costing tradespeople thousands every year.

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Deep Trades Industry Knowledge

We understand Schedule C for contractors, Section 179 equipment write-offs, vehicle deduction methods, and licensing fee deductibility inside and out.

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Year-Round Support

We're available beyond tax season for quarterly payment reminders, payroll questions, and business structure advice whenever your business needs it.

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Bilingual Team

Full service in English and Spanish so every plumber and business owner communicates clearly with their tax professional.

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Maximum Refund Guarantee

We review every deduction available to plumbers and tradespeople — tools, vehicles, licenses, insurance, home office, and more — to ensure nothing is missed.

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What They Say

Plumber Clients
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Plumbers and plumbing contractors who trust Arrieta Tax year after year.

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"Arrieta Tax found vehicle and tool deductions I had been leaving on the table for years. They saved me over $3,000 last season alone. The whole process was online — I didn't have to miss a single job."

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Carlos Rodríguez
Self-Employed Plumber, Queens, NY
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"They set me up with quarterly estimated taxes so I stopped getting hit with penalties every April. Bilingual, fast, and they actually know the plumbing trade."

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Miguel López
Owner, López Plumbing LLC, Bronx
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"I run a crew of 5 plumbers and Arrieta Tax handles all our payroll and taxes. They explained the S-Corp option and saved me thousands in self-employment taxes this year."

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Jorge Vargas
Owner, Vargas Plumbing & Drain, NYC
Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions
for Plumbing Contractors

We answer the most frequent tax questions from self-employed plumbers and plumbing business owners.

Self-employed plumbers can deduct a wide range of business expenses: hand tools and power equipment (Section 179 for large purchases), work vehicle costs (mileage or actual expenses), fuel, licensing and certification fees, union dues, work uniforms and protective gear, business insurance, phone used for work, advertising, and a home office if used exclusively for business. Arrieta Tax reviews every available deduction to ensure nothing is left on the table.

It depends on your vehicle's value, age, and how many miles you drive for work. The standard mileage rate (67 cents/mile for 2024) is simpler and often better for high-mileage drivers. The actual expense method — tracking fuel, insurance, repairs, and depreciation — often wins for newer, more expensive trucks. We run both calculations and use whichever saves you more.

Yes, if you expect to owe $1,000 or more in federal taxes for the year, you are required to make quarterly estimated payments (April 15, June 15, September 15, January 15). Skipping these payments triggers IRS underpayment penalties that add up quickly. We calculate your correct quarterly amounts and send you deadline reminders so you're never caught off guard.

An LLC protects your personal assets and is simple to run. An S-Corp can go further: once your net plumbing income exceeds roughly $40,000/year, electing S-Corp status lets you split income between a reasonable salary and distributions, reducing your self-employment tax by thousands annually. We model your specific numbers and recommend the most tax-efficient structure for your stage of business.

Yes. Plumbing license fees, permit fees, and continuing education required to maintain your license are fully deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses on Schedule C. If you take courses to improve your skills in your current trade (not to qualify for a new profession), those education costs are also deductible. We track and document all of these to maximize your return.

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