Home improvement loans | Capital Credit Union
Home improvement loans

A loan made for
your home project

Fair, ethical lending from a credit union owned by its members. Borrow £3,000 to £15,000 to upgrade or add value to your home without increasing your mortgage.

Borrow from £3,000 to £15,000
Terms from 3 to 60 months
No arrangement or early repayment fees, ever
Free loan protection insurance included*

Membership eligibility criteria apply. Loans subject to status and affordability. *Free loan protection insurance is subject to eligibility criteria and policy terms.

Home improvement loans Member-owned, ethical lending
Home improvement APR from
6.9%
Fixed, subject to status
Borrow £3,000 to £15,000 over 3 to 60 months

Representative example: borrow £7,500 over 60 months, you would make 60 monthly repayments of £148. Total amount repayable would be £8,889. 6.9% APR (fixed). The maximum APR you will be offered is 36%.

Before you apply

Eligibility check

Check your chances of being approved for a loan. Answer a few questions to check your eligibility, and don't worry, this won't affect your credit score.

A home improvement loan is open to members and to anyone eligible to join. Check you meet the basics, then use the calculator to see what your repayments could look like.

Important: If you proceed with a full loan application, we will carry out a hard credit check. A hard credit check will be recorded on your credit file and may be visible to other lenders. This could affect your ability to obtain credit elsewhere.

Aged 18 or over

At least 18 years old.

A UK resident

Living in the UK, with a UK bank account.

A member, or eligible to join

Membership is generally open to people who are employed. Join as you apply.

A regular income

So we can check the loan is affordable.

Recent serious adverse credit history may affect eligibility

Arrears, CCJs, Trust Deeds, defaults or bankruptcy may all impact eligibility.

Able to show affordability

A real person reviews every application.

Our rates

Rates by loan amount

All our home improvement loans are fixed rate, with no arrangement or early repayment fees. The rate we offer is based on our assessment of your application. Borrow only what you need and can comfortably repay.

Amount you borrow Representative APR
£3,000 to £4,999 13.9% APR
£5,000 to £7,499 7.9% APR

Rates are fixed for the life of the loan. At least 51% of approved members receive the representative APR or lower. Your actual rate may vary based on our assessment. The maximum APR you may be offered is 36%. Subject to status and affordability. Membership eligibility criteria apply.

Loan calculator

See what your loan could cost

Adjust the sliders or click any value to type an exact amount.

Borrowing amount
£ 5,000
£3,000£15,000
Repayment term
36 months
3 mo60 mo
£3,000 to £4,99913.9% APR
£5,000 to £7,4997.9% APR
£7,500 to £15,0006.9% APR
Estimated monthly repayment
£ 156
Representative 7.9% APR (fixed)
Borrowing£5,000
Term36 months
Interest (estimated)£633
Total repayable £5,633

Illustrative estimates only and do not constitute an offer of credit. Figures are rounded to the nearest pound, so totals may not exactly equal monthly repayment × term. Exact amounts appear on your loan agreement. At least 51% of approved customers receive the representative APR or lower. Your actual rate may vary. The maximum APR you may be offered is 36%. Loans subject to status, affordability and eligibility. Missing payments could increase the total amount payable and may affect your credit file. Membership eligibility criteria apply.

Why Capital

Lending that puts members first

A real person reviews your application

Not just a credit score. Our lending team looks at the full picture to find repayments that genuinely work for you.

No hidden fees, ever

No arrangement fees. No early repayment penalties. The rate you are quoted is the complete cost of your loan.

Free loan protection insurance

Included with your membership. If you pass away, the outstanding balance is cleared. Subject to eligibility and policy terms. View full details.

Fast, responsible decisions

If you're eligible and apply online, once approved in principle and your signed agreement passes our final checks, funds could reach your account the next day.

Repay your way

Direct debit or payroll deduction. Pay off early or make overpayments at any time with no penalty.

Member-owned

No shareholders. Any surplus we generate is reinvested for the benefit of members, not external investors.

What can you use it for?

Bring your project
to life

Our home improvement loan supports renovations, repairs and refreshes. A single room or a whole home, we are here when you need it.

Kitchen
Refit or renovate
Bathroom
Upgrade or refit
Redecorating
Refresh any room
Extension
Add space at home
Garden
Landscaping and decking
How it works

Straightforward from start to finish

New members and existing members are both welcome to apply. The process is simple.

1

Join Capital Credit Union

New members can join and apply for a loan at the same time. Our process is straightforward and everything can be done online.

2

Submit your application

Tell us how much you need, over what term, and what the funds are for. Apply securely online through your member account.

3

We review it personally

Our lending team assess your income, outgoings and ability to repay. If we can help, we approve in principle and send you a credit agreement to sign.

4

Funds in your account

Once you sign and return your agreement, we complete a few final checks. When those are passed, the money is transferred. Very occasionally a check means we cannot proceed. You then repay monthly by direct debit.

Common questions

Questions. Answered.

These FAQs relate specifically to our home improvement loan. For general questions about membership and repayments, visit our full loans FAQ.

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To apply you need to be aged 18 or over, a UK resident, and a member of Capital Credit Union or eligible to join. You also need a regular income and be able to demonstrate affordability. We assess every application based on your income, expenditure and ability to repay responsibly. Membership eligibility criteria apply.
You can apply to borrow from £3,000 up to £15,000 unsecured for home improvement. The amount we can offer depends on your financial situation and our affordability assessment. We may offer a reduced amount if the full amount is not affordable for you.
Anything that improves your home. Kitchens and bathrooms, extensions and conversions, double glazing and new roofs, insulation and heating upgrades, garden landscaping and decking, redecoration and furnishings. We will ask what the loan is for as part of your application so we understand the purpose.
Yes, you can repay in full at any time with no early repayment penalty. You can also make additional payments to reduce your balance whenever you like, at no cost.
Most members repay by direct debit each month. If you work for a partner employer, repayments may be taken via payroll deduction instead.
None. There are no setup, arrangement or early repayment fees on home improvement loans. The rate you are quoted is the complete cost of your loan.
As part of your membership, your loan comes with free protection insurance up to a defined age. If you pass away, the outstanding balance is repaid in full. This is subject to eligibility criteria and policy terms. View full insurance terms.
We assess every application to ensure any loan we approve is genuinely affordable for you. We look at your income, expenses and overall ability to repay. If we cannot offer the amount requested, we will either suggest a reduced amount or clearly explain why we cannot proceed.
Ready to apply?

A loan built around your project

Fair rates, no hidden fees, and a real person in your corner.

Loans subject to status and affordability. Membership eligibility criteria apply.