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The Right to Repair Directive is now in effect in Ireland, marking an important step towards making repair a more accessible and practical option for consumers.

The new rules came into effect on 31 July 2026 and are designed to make it easier for people to repair certain products rather than replace them. By keeping products in use for longer, the Right to Repair in Ireland can help reduce waste, save valuable resources and support the transition towards a more circular economy.

But what does the Right to Repair mean for consumers in Ireland, and where does RepairMyStuff.ie fit in?

What is the Right to Repair Directive?

The EU Right to Repair Directive aims to remove some of the barriers that can make repairing a product difficult or unattractive.

For certain products covered by the Directive, manufacturers have new responsibilities around providing repair services. Consumers will also have greater access to information about repair options, helping them make a more informed choice between repairing and replacing an item.

The overall goal is simple: to help make repair a more convenient and attractive option and keep products in use for as long as possible.

What Does Right to Repair Ireland Mean for Consumers?

For consumers, the new Right to Repair rules are intended to make accessing repair services easier.

Some of the key changes include:

• Easier access to repair services for products covered by the Directive
• Greater access to information about available repair options
• More opportunities to choose repair rather than replacement
• Support for repairs during and after the legal guarantee period for certain products
• Better access to different repair options, including independent repairers, manufacturer repair services and repair platforms

In Ireland, consumers generally have up to six years to pursue a claim in relation to faulty goods, in line with the statute of limitations.

Which Products Are Covered?

The Right to Repair Directive does not currently apply to every product. It applies to specific products that are already covered by EU repairability requirements.

These include:

• Washing machines and washer-dryers
• Tumble dryers
• Dishwashers
• Refrigerating appliances
• Vacuum cleaners
• Electronic displays, including televisions
• Mobile phones, cordless phones and slate tablets
• Servers and data storage products
• Welding equipment
• E-bikes, e-scooters, e-mopeds and other goods incorporating light means of transport batteries
• Domestic local space heaters

The Directive applies to relevant products purchased after 31 July 2026. It can also apply to covered products purchased before this date where the product was repairable when first placed on the market and spare parts remain available.

RepairMyStuff.ie and Right to Repair Ireland

RepairMyStuff.ie will provide the basis for Ireland’s national repair platform under the Right to Repair Directive.

Managed by Monaghan County Council, RepairMyStuff.ie already helps consumers find repair professionals across Ireland for a wide range of products.

The online directory includes repair services for everything from large and small household appliances to electronics, phones, computers, clothing, furniture, bicycles, garden equipment, watches, jewellery and more.

Consumers can search by what they need repaired and their location, making it easier to find repair options available to them.

The Irish platform will continue to be developed as part of the implementation of the Right to Repair Directive.

Why Choosing Repair Matters

Right to Repair is about more than fixing a broken appliance or phone. Encouraging repair can play an important role in changing how products and resources are used.

Choosing to repair rather than immediately replace an item can help:

• Extend the lifespan of products
• Reduce unnecessary waste
• Keep valuable materials and resources in use
• Support local repair professionals and businesses
• Reduce demand for new products
• Support Ireland’s transition towards a circular economy

Repairing can also make financial sense. In many cases, a straightforward repair can give an item years of additional use without the cost of buying a replacement.

Find a Repair Professional in Ireland

Have something that needs to be repaired?

Before replacing it, check whether it can be given a second life.

RepairMyStuff.ie makes it easy to search for repair professionals across Ireland. Simply enter what you need repaired and your location to explore repair services available in your area.

Repair. Reuse. Reduce Waste.

Find a local repair professional today with RepairMyStuff.ie.

For further information on the Right to Repair Directive and consumer rights in Ireland, visit the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment website.