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Get a Free QuoteHam Lake's 16,702 residents, with median incomes of $100,000-$124,999, are among the most active home improvement markets in the Midwest.
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Before you commit to a kitchen overhaul or deck addition, see exactly what each project returns at resale. Our ROI calculator uses 2025 Cost vs. Value data to show you the numbers in seconds.
Decks return 65–70% at resale. Patios return 50–60%. But cost, maintenance, and how your yard is configured change the math significantly. Here's how to choose.
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Deck installation costs range from $6,000 for a small ground-level wood deck to $60,000+ for a large elevated composite deck with multiple levels. Use our estimator to get a realistic installed cost range before you call a contractor.
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2025 Cost vs. Value · West North Central market. Ham Lake benchmarked against regional average.
| Project | Cost | Resale | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deck Addition | Wood | $18,263 | $17,323 | 95% |
| Deck Addition | Composite | $25,096 | $22,199 | 89% |
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