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In Romania, renovation costs have increased by an average of 15.5% in 2026 compared to the previous year, according to a recent study. Factors such as rising energy prices and construction material costs are driving these increases. Despite a decrease in client requests, 64% of contractors plan to raise their prices again in the next year. The average expected increase is around 11.1%. The study indicates that homeowners should prepare for higher renovation costs, which vary based on the type of work and materials used. However, the survey results reflect the experiences of registered contractors and may not represent the entire construction market.