Why It’s the Right Time to Explore Romania’s Renovation Market

The residential renovation market is of critical importance, as it is directly connected to the quality of Romania’s housing stock and the urgent need to modernize it. Official data from the National Institute of Statistics (INSSE) – Population and Housing Census 2021 reveal the size and structural characteristics of the housing stock, offering a solid foundation for understanding real renovation needs. The study developed by Neomar Consulting transforms these official statistics into practical insights tailored for businesses and investors.

How Can This Study Help You?

• • Support the development of growth and investment strategies;
  • Identify regions with the highest renovation potential;
  • Understand key trends shaping the residential market;
  • Make better-informed commercial decisions.

Who Should Read This Report?

This report is designed for companies, organizations, and professionals active in the residential renovation market, as well as stakeholders with strategic interests in construction, building materials, DIY retail, and real estate investments.

Key Questions Answered in the Report!

• How old is Romania’s housing stock, and how does this affect renovation demand?
• What is the housing stock structure by building type?
• Which regions and housing types face the greatest need for renovation?
• What materials are most homes built from, and why is this relevant?
• What is the level of access to utilities across the country?
• To what extent have carpentry elements and thermal insulation been modernized?
• How many homes currently use renewable energy sources?
• How widespread are solar panels in Romanian households, and what is the growth potential?
• How many dwellings are vacant or abandoned, and where are they located?

1. Age of the Housing Stock and Its Implications for Renovation

1.1. Housing stock by year of construction – urban vs. rural areas
1.2. Housing stock by year of construction – by county
1.3. Estimated renovation needs – by county
1.4. Distribution of renovation demand – by county

2. Housing Stock Structure by Building Type

2.1. Housing stock by county: building types
2.2. Housing stock by county: number of dwellings, rooms, and total living space
2.3. Housing stock by county: household size and living space per person

3. Construction Characteristics and Renovation Relevance

3.1. Housing distribution by main construction material – by county

4. Access to Utilities in Romanian Housing

4.1. Distribution of dwellings by source of drinking water
4.2. Dwellings equipped with hot water installations
4.3. Distribution of dwellings by heating system
4.4. Distribution of dwellings by cooking fuel
4.5. Dwellings connected to sewage networks
4.6. Dwellings with access to electricity
4.7. Dwellings equipped with air conditioning units
4.8. Distribution of dwellings by type of cooking area
4.9. Dwellings with bathrooms (bathtub and/or shower)
4.10. Dwellings with flush toilets

5. Modernization of Joinery and Energy-Efficiency Improvements in Housing

5.1. Modernization of Joinery in Romanian Housing
5.2. Thermal Rehabilitation of Romanian Housing

6. Analysis of Photovoltaic Panel Adoption in Romanian Housing

6.1. Number of household prosumers and total installed capacity (kW)
6.2. Number of household prosumers – by county and capacity range – as of December 31, 2024
6.3. Total installed photovoltaic capacity in households – by county and capacity range – as of December 31, 2024
6.4. Evolution of photovoltaic installations for household prosumers (capacity – kW and number of units)
6.5. Number of household prosumers equipped with energy storage systems (storage capacity in Ah)
6.6. Long-term potential analysis of the residential photovoltaic systems market in Romania

7. Number and Distribution of Unoccupied Dwellings

8. Annexes

1. Electricity production and consumption in Romania
2. Natural gas distribution network and consumption
3. Drinking water distribution network and consumption