Almost half of Irish consumers plan major home improvements 

Surge in oil prices may have prompted Irish consumers to consider energy upgrades

Almost half of Irish consumers (45%) now planning to undertake a substantial home improvement spend in the next two years, according to new research. Picture: iStock/PA

A surge in oil prices may have caused many Irish consumers to consider energy upgrades, with almost half of Irish consumers (45%) now planning to undertake a substantial home improvement spend in the next two years, according to new research. 

The March 2026 Credit Union Consumer Sentiment Survey found planned spending on home improvements has continued to edge up in 2026 from previous surveys.