25 Tax Write-Offs for Oil and Gas Contractors

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NAICS code:

Your NAICS business code is a six-digit string of numbers that shows the type of work your business does. (NAICS stands for North American Industry Classification System.) When you do your taxes, you’ll enter it in Box B of your Schedule C.

Is there anything cozier than a well-heated home in the winter? Probably not, but saving money on our taxes sure gives us the warm fuzzies! And as an oil and gas contractor, there’s an easy way for you to lower your tax bill, just by claiming the business expenses you run into every day.

Don’t let these savings burn — use our list of the best write-offs for oil and gas contractors to make sure you’re getting the most out of your taxes. It’s time to watch those savings heat up!