Canton
Heat pump grant — Geneva
Flat rates and percentages depend on the replaced system; check with the cantonal energy office.
Geneva cantonal support for replacing oil or gas heating with renewable systems (heat pumps).
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Heat pump installation in Bernex
Indicative price, tips, grants and companies for your project in Bernex (Geneva).
At a glance
- Typical budget
- CHF 41'600 – CHF 77'500
- Midpoint
- CHF 58'200
- Grants found
- 1
- Nearby companies
- 4
Worked examples in Bernex
Small project
CHF 32'900 – CHF 60'300
Typical project
CHF 41'600 – CHF 77'500
Large project
CHF 54'600 – CHF 103'300
| Project | Quantity | Low | High | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small project | 80 m² | CHF 32'900 | CHF 60'300 | CHF 600 |
| Typical project | 160 m² | CHF 41'600 | CHF 77'500 | CHF 400 |
| Large project | 280 m² | CHF 54'600 | CHF 103'300 | CHF 300 |
Computed with our estimator for Bernex (regional factor included), standard finish. Only the project size changes.
Cost split (typical project)
- Labour : CHF 23'300 (40 %)
- Materials : CHF 29'100 (50 %)
- Other costs : CHF 5'800 (10 %)
What the price covers
Included
- Supply and installation
- VAT
- Heat pump and standard connections; removal and equipment only according to answers
Not included
- Permits and architect fees
- Unexpected structural issues
- Possible subsidies
- Drilling beyond 150 m, buried or contaminated tank, asbestos, insulation and new finishes
- With air-to-air: hot water and ducts only if selected; adaptations beyond the options excluded
Tips before you start
- First check whether your area can connect to a priority district heating network.
- The local design outdoor temperature sets the heat pump's capacity.
- Outdoor air-water heat pumps must meet noise limits towards neighbours.
Your project in 5 steps
1. Estimate
Set a budget range with the estimator.
2. Grants
Apply before work starts.
3. Quotes
Compare at least 3 quotes.
4. Permit
Check with the municipality whether a permit is needed.
5. Works
Follow the site and do a written handover.
Grants and subsidies
Check amounts and conditions with the provider before signing: apply before work starts in most cases.
Bernex's housing stock in figures
The federal building register lists 1'611 residential buildings with 4'686 dwellings in Bernex. 55% were built before 1980, before serious insulation standards, and 63% are still heated with oil or gas.
With 63% fossil heating and 7.6% electrically heated hot water, many buildings in Bernex will need a new system. Planning ahead avoids deciding under pressure after a breakdown.
Age of residential buildings
- Before 191910 %
- 1919–19454 %
- 1946–19605 %
- 1961–197013 %
- 1971–198023 %
- 1981–199015 %
- 1991–200010 %
- 2001–20109 %
- Since 201112 %
Main heating energy
- Heating oil39 %
- Gas24 %
- Heat pump22 %
- District heating7 %
- Electricity4 %
- Wood4 %
Heating and hot water: which energies?
| Energy | Heating | Hot water |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | 24 % | 22.6 % |
| Heating oil | 39 % | 36.6 % |
| District heating | 7 % | 6 % |
| Heat pump | 22 % | 3.1 % |
| Electricity | 4 % | 7.6 % |
| Wood | 4 % | 2.1 % |
| Solar thermal | 0 % | 11.6 % |
Each line gives the share of buildings using that energy, separately for heating and for hot water. The two columns do not always reach 100%: some buildings combine two systems, or reported none.
Type of heating system
- Boiler (unspecified)55 %
- Heat pump22 %
- Heat exchanger (district)6.6 %
- Standard boiler5.5 %
- Condensing boiler5.4 %
- Central electric heating3.2 %
- Direct electric heaters1.3 %
- Stove0.6 %
A standard non-condensing boiler is usually older and less efficient.
Renovations, heritage and volumes
For your renovation projects in Bernex, the federal building registry data shows partial coverage. Although the register lists 1611 buildings, specific details regarding renovation years, heritage protection status, and building volumes based on the SIA 416 standard are not currently recorded or available in our system. Due to this lack of specific RegBL figures, property owners should communicate directly with the local municipal authorities to obtain precise information about their property before starting any major work. Early coordination with the municipality ensures that you address all relevant planning requirements and local building regulations for your renovation project.
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buildings flagged as protected
status known for 35 of 1'611 buildings; check with the municipality
Source : OFS — RegBL (export communal complet). Existing residential buildings; percentages of recorded values.
Companies in the area
Climat Service Suisse SA, succursale de Bernex
1233 Bernex · about 0 km
Climat Service Suisse SA specializes in the installation and maintenance of ventilation, air conditioning, and heat pump systems.
climatservice.chSERVICES PLUS ENERGIES SA
1233 Bernex · about 0 km
Geneva-based company specializing in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, active in energy renovation, solar thermal, and 24/7 maintenance.
spenergies.chAPOTHELOZ CHEMINEES SA
1232 Confignon · about 1.6 km
Family business specializing in stove and chimney construction, as well as the installation of wood and gas heating systems.
apotheloz.chOHM Electricité Sàrl
1288 Aire-la-Ville · about 2.4 km
General electrical contractor in Aire-la-Ville providing installations, technical studies, and consulting for high and low voltage systems.
ohmelectricite.chSuggestions from the commercial register by distance and activity. Not an endorsement or partnership.
Useful local data
Rules of the canton of Geneva
These rules apply across the whole canton, not only in this town.
Fossil heating rules
- Note : Les exigences s'appliquent également aux nouvelles constructions, qui doivent être entièrement alimentées en chaleur renouvelable.
- Legal basis : Loi sur l'énergie (Le)
- In force since : 1er juin 2020
- Heating replacement : En cas de remplacement d'une installation de production de chaleur (chauffage et/ou eau chaude sanitaire), 100% de la chaleur doit être d'origine renouvelable, à l'exception des cas où des contraintes techniques ou financières empêchent l'atteinte de cet objectif. Dans ces cas, un minimum de 20% d'énergie renouvelable est exigé, complété par des mesures compensatoires (consommation d'énergie, émissions de CO2 ou performances énergétiques globales).
- Renewable share required : 100% (ou 20% avec mesures compensatoires si contraintes techniques/financières)
Permits
- Competent authority : Office de l'urbanisme
- Solar panels : Soumise à autorisation de construire, mais avec une procédure simplifiée si certaines conditions sont remplies (conformité au droit des zones, intégration paysagère et patrimoniale satisfaisante, puissance totale inférieure à 100 kVA). Procédure simplifiée possible par le biais d'une déclaration préalable, si les installations sont sur des toits en pente conformes ou sur des toits plats non visibles, ou dans certains périmètres d'aménagement (zone 4B, 5, 5A, 5B, 6).
- Heat pump : Les pompes à chaleur air-eau ou air-air nécessitent une autorisation de construire si leur puissance dépasse 10 kW. Si elles sont installées à l'intérieur, elles sont soumises à la LCI (Loi sur les constructions et les installations) et non à la LALPT (Loi sur l'aménagement du territoire et les constructions). Pour les pompes à chaleur de puissance inférieure ou égale à 10 kW, une déclaration préalable est nécessaire, accompagnée d'une attestation de conformité acoustique. Des exigences en matière de bruit sont mentionnées pour les installations extérieures, avec des valeurs limites d'immissions fixées par l'Ordonnance sur la protection contre le bruit (OPB) et des règles spécifiques du règlement d'application de la LCI (rLCI). Un bureau spécialisé en acoustique est souvent requis pour les projets complexes.
- Procedure : l'autorisation de construire
Source : Guide Installations Solaires et Thermopompes - Canton de Genève
Other works in Bernex
Kitchen renovationBathroom renovationNew flooringInterior paintingWindow replacementRoof renovationFacade insulationSolar panelsHome solar batterySolar water heatingTerrace constructionFence installationStairwell renovationElevator installation or upgrade