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Home Improvement in
Davenport.

Davenport's 100,913 residents — with median household incomes of $60,000-$74,999 — sustain a strong market for verified home improvement work across the Davenport-Moline-Rock Island Metro.

👥 100,913 residents
💵 Median income: $60,000-$74,999
🏠 Median property tax: $2,000 to $2,999
📍 6 ZIP codes served
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Cost vs. Value — Davenport 2025

Mid-range project costs and resale returns for the Davenport area, from the 2025 Remodeling Cost vs. Value report.

Decks

Outdoor living is a serious buying criterion in Davenport. Composite and hardwood decks built to local code by licensed contractors deliver years of outdoor entertainment and measurable resale value.

Est. Cost$3,500 – $25,000
Fencing
Est. Cost$1,500 – $8,000
Kitchen Remodel

Kitchens sell Davenport homes. From cabinet refacing to full gut renovations, licensed contractors know what local buyers prioritize — and deliver the finishes that accelerate closings.

Est. Cost$12,000 – $85,000
Bathroom Remodel

In Davenport, bathroom remodels rank among buyers' top priorities. Verified pros deliver modern fixtures, updated tile, and clean finishes that command a premium in this market.

Est. Cost$8,000 – $45,000
Home Addition

A properly permitted home addition in Davenport permanently adds square footage — local data shows a 53% recoup rate at resale. Engineer-stamped additions pass every inspection and hold value through any market cycle.

Est. Cost$40,000 – $200,000
Resale Value+$30,613
ROI 53%View pros →
Windows

Drafty windows cost Davenport homeowners every heating season. Energy-efficient replacements cut utility bills, qualify for federal tax credits, and rank among the top features buyers inspect at open houses.

Est. Cost$400 – $1,500
Sun Room

A sunroom blurs the line between indoors and outdoors year-round — a feature Davenport buyers increasingly expect. Glass-enclosed additions expand livable space without the full cost of a traditional room addition.

Roofing

A new roof in Davenport returns 69% at resale — and prevents far costlier structural damage. Midwest-certified roofers here understand local hail, ice dam, and high-wind code requirements.

Est. Cost$8,500 – $22,000
Resale Value+$20,252
ROI 69%View pros →
Garage Doors

No upgrade delivers a faster payback in Davenport than a garage door replacement. A new insulated door transforms street presence overnight and recoups nearly all its cost at resale.

Est. Cost$800 – $4,500
Siding

Davenport siding replacements return 101% at resale, adding $23,805 in market value. Fiber cement and premium vinyl stand up to Midwest freeze-thaw cycles while dramatically lifting curb appeal.

Est. Cost$5,000 – $25,000
Resale Value+$23,805
ROI 101%View pros →

Source: Remodeling Magazine 2025 Cost vs. Value. Mid-range tier. ROI = resale value ÷ project cost × 100.

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The Three Risks of the 'Gig Economy'

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Hidden Title Clouds

Unpaid sub-contractors can file claims against your property title. You wont know until you try to sell or refinance your Davenport home, effectively freezing your asset.

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Resale Deal Killers

Savvy buyers in Davenport ask for permit history. Unpermitted additions or decks are flagged by inspectors, often forcing you to lower your asking price by thousands.

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Liability Roulette

If an uninsured worker falls off your ladder, **your** homeowner's policy is on the hook. Verified Pros carry Workers' Comp to protect you from medical lawsuits.