The major economies of the European Union face a significant problem with faulty appliances, with less than one in five devices being effectively repaired when they malfunction. The main reason for this low repair rate is related to the high costs associated with and the complexity of the repair process.
Despite the low uptake of repairs, European families spend approximately 12 billion euros annually on appliance repairs. This amount represents a considerable burden for consumers, especially in contexts of economic pressure on households.
The European Union is trying to reverse this trend through the creation of the Right to Repair, a directive that aims to make repair processes more accessible and economical. The goal is to encourage consumers to opt for repair instead of replacing equipment.
Estimates indicate that this European initiative could represent savings of up to 12 billion euros for consumers on appliance repairs. This amount corresponds approximately to the value that families currently spend per year on this type of service.
