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interior painting quote: is the price right?
For “interior painting” work, a typical Swiss quote ranges from CHF 5'200 to CHF 14'200 including VAT for a mid-sized project. Here are the items it should contain and the questions to ask.
Reference price
Typical project: 80 m² · 1003 · House
Low
CHF 5'200
Central
CHF 8'700
High
CHF 14'200
Items a complete quote must include
Floor and furniture protection
Avoids uncovered damage.
Preparation (filling, sanding)
The finish depends mostly on preparation.
Number of coats
One coat instead of two often explains a low price.
Paint brand and type
Lets you compare quality.
Ceilings, doors and woodwork
Clarify what is included.
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 “Floor and furniture protection” included in the price?
- Is “Preparation (filling, sanding)” included in the price?
- Is “Number of coats” 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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