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The Chicago metro's 9,371,595 residents — with median household incomes of $75,000-$99,999 — drive consistent demand for verified home improvement professionals.

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Cost vs. Value — Chicago 2025

Mid-range project cost and resale data for the Chicago market, sourced from the 2025 Remodeling Cost vs. Value report.

Kitchen Remodel

Kitchens sell Chicago homes. Local data shows mid-range remodels return 101% at resale — recouping $27,318 in value. Licensed contractors deliver the finishes that move listings fast.

Est. Cost$15,000 – $75,000
Resale Value+$27,318
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Roofing

A new roof in Chicago 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$8,000 – $18,000
Resale Value+$20,252
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Bathroom Remodel

In Chicago, mid-range bathroom remodels return 71% at resale — adding $17,662 in market value. Buyers here expect updated tile, modern fixtures, and spa-worthy finishes that licensed pros deliver.

Est. Cost$5,000 – $25,000
Resale Value+$17,662
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Window Replacement

In Chicago, new windows return 81% at resale — meaningful savings for households in the $75,000-$99,999 range. Energy-efficient replacements cut monthly utility bills and qualify for federal tax credits.

Est. Cost$5,000 – $20,000
Resale Value+$17,937
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Garage Doors

In Chicago, garage door replacement returns 282% at resale — recouping $12,298 while transforming your home's street presence. Insulated models also cut heating costs year-round.

Est. Cost$1,000 – $4,000
Resale Value+$12,298
ROI 282%View pros →
Siding

Chicago 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$8,000 – $20,000
Resale Value+$23,805
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Decks

Outdoor living is a buying criterion in Chicago. Deck additions return 93% at resale — $16,733 of added value — when built to code by licensed contractors.

Est. Cost$8,000 – $25,000
Resale Value+$16,733
ROI 93%View pros →
Home Addition

A properly permitted home addition in Chicago permanently adds square footage — local data shows a 93% recoup rate at resale. Engineer-stamped additions pass every inspection and hold value through any market cycle.

Est. Cost$40,000 – $150,000
Resale Value+$16,733
ROI 93%View pros →
Fencing

Fencing defines your Chicago property line, creates private outdoor living space, and adds meaningful curb appeal. Licensed installers navigate local HOA rules, city permit requirements, and underground utility markouts so your fence goes up right the first time.

Est. Cost$2,000 – $8,000
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HVAC

Buyers in Chicago walk from listings with aging HVAC. A replacement returns 71% at resale and eliminates the emergency-pricing risk of waiting for failure.

Est. Cost$5,000 – $15,000
Resale Value+$13,238
ROI 71%View pros →
Entry Door

In Chicago, a new entry door returns 235% at resale — one of the best price-per-impression upgrades available. Steel and fiberglass doors improve security, insulation, and the first thing every buyer sees.

Est. Cost$1,500 – $5,000
Resale Value+$5,494
ROI 235%View pros →
Sun Room

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

Est. Cost$20,000 – $70,000
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Source: Remodeling Magazine 2025 Cost vs. Value report. Mid-range tier. ROI = resale value ÷ project cost × 100.

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