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facade & insulation quote: is the price right?
For “facade & insulation” work, a typical Swiss quote ranges from CHF 34'600 to CHF 75'800 including VAT for a mid-sized project. Here are the items it should contain and the questions to ask.
Reference price
Typical project: 220 m² · 1003 · House
Low
CHF 34'600
Central
CHF 52'800
High
CHF 75'800
Items a complete quote must include
Scaffolding (erection, hire, removal)
Major item, often 10–20% of the budget.
Cleaning and substrate preparation
Determines render lifespan.
Insulation (thickness, U value)
Required for grants.
Window joints and sills
Frequent weak points.
Permit procedures
Who files the application, and at what cost?
Waste disposal and landfill fees
Skips and fees can exceed CHF 1,000.
Common pitfalls
- A deposit above 30% before work starts.
- Lump sums without quantities or unit prices.
- No brand or model for equipment.
- No mention of VAT, validity or timeline.
- Disposal, scaffolding or connections missing.
- A price far below other quotes, unexplained.
Questions to ask the contractor
- Is “Scaffolding (erection, hire, removal)” included in the price?
- Is “Cleaning and substrate preparation” included in the price?
- Is “Insulation (thickness, U value)” included in the price?
- Could you break down the lump sums (quantities, unit prices, materials)?
- Which warranty applies (SIA 118, duration)?
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