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What is a electrician's hourly rate in the canton of Vaud in 2026?
The reference hourly rate for a electrician in the canton of Vaud in 2026 is about CHF 130 per hour excluding VAT, with a call-out flat fee from CHF 150. Indicative market values — the real price depends on the project, materials and complexity. Compliance: NIBT/NIN 2025 (SN 411000). Swiss VAT 8.1% added where applicable.
Reference values 2026
| Item | Reference value (indicative) |
|---|---|
| Labour hourly rate | CHF 130 / h |
| Call-out flat fee | from CHF 150 |
| Applicable compliance | NIBT/NIN 2025 (SN 411000) |
| VAT (Swiss standard rate 2026) | 8,1 % |
| Scope | Canton of Vaud · 2026 |
Common services and indicative prices
Frequent items and indicative reference values (hours and materials per stated unit; the final price depends on the project — area, access, materials):
| Service | Unit | Hours | Materials | Indicative total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Installation of a sub-distribution board (wired, max. 12 modules) | flat | 8.00 | CHF 750 | CHF 1790 |
| Installation of an EV charging station (Type 2, 11 kW) | unit | 4.50 | CHF 850 | CHF 1435 |
| Periodic OIBT/NIV inspection (standard house) | flat | 3.00 | CHF 150 | CHF 540 |
| Safety inspection report / compliance certificate | flat | 1.50 | CHF 50 | CHF 245 |
| Replacement of a 30 mA residual-current device (RCD) | unit | 1.00 | CHF 95 | CHF 225 |
| Connection of an electric water heater (boiler) | unit | 1.50 | CHF 60 | CHF 255 |
| Connection of an induction hob (three-phase) | unit | 1.00 | CHF 50 | CHF 180 |
| Fitting of a standard ceiling light | unit | 0.80 | CHF 40 | CHF 144 |
| Fitting of a single flush-mounted socket | unit | 0.50 | CHF 30 | CHF 95 |
| Electrical fault-finding call-out | hr | 1.00 | — | CHF 130 |
Hours and materials per stated unit; indicative total excl. VAT (materials included). Market reference values, canton of Vaud 2026 — neither an offer nor a quote.
How a electrician's quote is calculated
A quote is calculated deterministically: labour hours × hourly rate + materials + call-out. The hourly rate is not invented; it comes from the company's service catalogue.
Frequently asked questions
What is a electrician's hourly rate in the canton of Vaud in 2026?
The reference hourly rate for a electrician in the canton of Vaud in 2026 is about CHF 130 per hour excluding VAT, with a call-out flat fee from CHF 150. These are indicative market values: the real price depends on the project, materials and complexity. Compliance: NIBT/NIN 2025 (SN 411000). Swiss VAT of 8.1% is added where applicable.
How much does replacing an electrical distribution board cost in the canton of Vaud?
Indicatively: ~6 hrs labour (6 × CHF 130 = CHF 780) + materials (~CHF 1'000) + call-out, for a total from approx. CHF 1'780 excl. VAT, excluding site specifics. VAT 8.1% added. The real price depends on the project, access and materials.
How is a electrician's quote calculated?
Deterministically: labour hours multiplied by the hourly rate, plus materials, plus call-out. The hourly rate comes from the company's service catalogue.
Does a electrician charge for the call-out?
Yes, usually as a flat fee. The 2026 reference value for the canton of Vaud is a call-out from CHF 150 excl. VAT. Some tradesmen include it in the overall quote; always ask whether the call-out is included.
Does VAT apply to tradesmen's work in Switzerland?
Yes. The Swiss standard VAT rate in 2026 is 8.1% and is added to the net amounts of quotes and invoices. The reference values on this page are shown excluding VAT.
Methodology & update
Market reference values for the canton of Vaud, excluding VAT, year 2026. The hourly rate is labour; materials and call-out are added. Compliance per NIBT 2025. Last updated: July 2026.
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VAT (standard rate 8.1% in 2026) — Swiss Federal Tax Administration (FTA).
Trade standards — Swiss professional associations (Electrosuisse, SVGW, SIA, SMGV).
Hourly rates and services: market reference values of the « electrician · Vaud 2026 » trade pack, based on Vaud CLA wage scales, public régie prices and observed market prices — to be confirmed per company and project.