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5 Home Renovations That Are Worth Every Penny in 2025

May 17, 2025

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Written by Heather Taylor

Edited by Zuri Anderson

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While not every home improvement project puts a smile on homeowners’ faces, data now shows that joy-first renovations are absolutely worth the money.

These key findings come from a recent data report from Thumbtack, the app that helps millions care for their homes, polling more than 1,000 American homeowners. In this report, 84% of homeowners polled said they are choosing joy-first renovations in 2025, even if these renovations don’t add a dime to their home’s resale value.

See which renovations, and the average job value, are worth every penny for homes.