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Terrace construction · Epalinges

Terrace construction in Epalinges

Indicative price, tips, grants and companies for your project in Epalinges (Vaud).
Terrace construction – Epalinges

At a glance

Typical budget
CHF 7'000 – CHF 22'700
Midpoint
CHF 13'000
Grants found
0
Nearby companies
4

Worked examples in Epalinges

Small project

CHF 4'100 – CHF 13'900

Typical project

CHF 7'000 – CHF 22'700

Large project

CHF 11'500 – CHF 36'700

ProjectQuantityLowHigh
Small project13 m²CHF 4'100CHF 13'900
Typical project25 m²CHF 7'000CHF 22'700
Large project44 m²CHF 11'500CHF 36'700

Computed with our estimator for Epalinges (regional factor included), standard finish. Only the project size changes.

Cost split (typical project)

  • Labour : CHF 6'500 (50 %)
  • Materials : CHF 5'200 (40 %)
  • Other costs : CHF 1'300 (10 %)

What the price covers

Included

  • Supply and installation
  • VAT
  • Covering, base, removal and drainage according to answers

Not included

  • Permits and architect fees
  • Unexpected structural issues
  • Possible subsidies
  • Raised deck, guardrails, pergola and retaining wall

Tips before you start

  • The base (concrete slab, pedestals, gravel bed) matters as much as the covering.
  • In frosty areas, choose frost-resistant pavers and tiles.
  • A covered or raised terrace may need a municipal permit.

Your project in 5 steps

  1. 1. Estimate

    Set a budget range with the estimator.

  2. 2. Grants

    Apply before work starts.

  3. 3. Quotes

    Compare at least 3 quotes.

  4. 4. Permit

    Check with the municipality whether a permit is needed.

  5. 5. Works

    Follow the site and do a written handover.

Grants and subsidies

No specific grant listed for this work. Maintenance tax deductions may still apply.

Epalinges's housing stock in figures

The federal building register lists 1'638 residential buildings with 4'714 dwellings in Epalinges. 42% were built before 1980, before serious insulation standards, and 51% are still heated with oil or gas.

61% of buildings were built before 1990: an asbestos survey is then required before any demolition. A typical dwelling here measures 94 m².

42 %built before 1980
51 %heated by oil or gas
17.6 %electric hot water
16.2 %with declared solar thermal

Age of residential buildings

  • Before 19195 %
  • 1919–19452 %
  • 1946–19608 %
  • 1961–197011 %
  • 1971–198016 %
  • 1981–199019 %
  • 1991–20008 %
  • 2001–201016 %
  • Since 201115 %

Main heating energy

  • Heat pump31 %
  • Heating oil27 %
  • Gas24 %
  • Electricity12 %
  • Wood3 %
  • Solar thermal2 %
  • District heating1 %

Renovations, heritage and volumes

For home renovations in Epalinges, consulting official register data is essential. With 643 buildings designated under heritage protection out of 783 known cases, you must contact the municipality early regarding permit requirements. The median building volume of 963 m3, based on SIA 416 standards, helps determine the scale of necessary heating or insulation upgrades. Please be aware that data coverage is partial, as volume measurements are available for only 362 houses. Additionally, no specific data is recorded for the renovation year, so assess your property's condition carefully when planning your improvement budget.

643
buildings flagged as protected
status known for 783 of 1'638 buildings; check with the municipality
963 m³
median house volume (SIA 416)
measured for 362 of 1'200 houses

Source : OFS — RegBL (export communal complet). Existing residential buildings; percentages of recorded values.

Companies in the area

Barbey Génie Civil SA

1066 Epalinges · about 0 km

Civil engineering company active since 1980, specializing in network utilities, road development, earthworks, and river restoration.

roger-barbey.ch

Renolab Sàrl

1066 Epalinges · about 0 km

Renolab is a general construction company active in construction, renovation, and retail project deployment in French-speaking Switzerland.

renolab.ch

Novo Nogueira Carrelage

1010 Lausanne · about 1.8 km

Lausanne-based company specializing in tile laying for new builds and renovations, as well as natural stone carpets.

nogueira-carrelages.ch

JPF Construction SA

1010 Lausanne · about 1.8 km

The JPF Group is a general contractor active in construction, renovation, civil engineering, and timber structures.

jpf.ch

Suggestions from the commercial register by distance and activity. Not an endorsement or partnership.

Useful local data

Rules of the canton of Vaud

These rules apply across the whole canton, not only in this town.

Permits

  • Legal basis : LATC et RLATC (BLV 700.11 et 700.11.1)
  • Competent authority : Commune concernée, avec consultation des services cantonaux selon le projet
  • Heat pump : Pour certaines pompes à chaleur desservant un bâtiment existant, une procédure d’annonce est prévue par l’article 68c RLATC, sous conditions. Si les conditions ne sont pas remplies, une procédure de permis de construire est nécessaire. Vérifiez votre cas auprès de la commune.
  • Procedure : La procédure dépend de la nature des travaux et de la situation du bâtiment ; la commune confirme la procédure applicable.

Source : État de Vaud — Permis de construire (LATC / RLATC)

Other works in Epalinges

Kitchen renovationBathroom renovationNew flooringInterior paintingWindow replacementRoof renovationFacade insulationHeat pump installationSolar panelsHome solar batterySolar water heatingFence installationStairwell renovationElevator installation or upgrade

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