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What is a mason's hourly rate in the canton of Vaud in 2026?
The reference hourly rate for a mason in the canton of Vaud in 2026 is about CHF 115 per hour excluding VAT, with a call-out flat fee from CHF 115. Indicative market values — the real price depends on the project, materials and complexity. Compliance: SIA 266 (masonry), concrete SN EN 206. Swiss VAT 8.1% added where applicable.
Reference values 2026
| Item | Reference value (indicative) |
|---|---|
| Labour hourly rate | CHF 115 / h |
| Call-out flat fee | from CHF 115 |
| Applicable compliance | SIA 266 (masonry), concrete SN EN 206 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opening a load-bearing wall, shoring + steel beam (IPE/HEB) | flat | 12.00 | CHF 480 | CHF 1860 |
| Manual demolition of a reinforced-concrete slab (jackhammer) | m³ | 6.00 | CHF 50 | CHF 740 |
| Pouring a reinforced-concrete strip footing (C25/30, with rebar) | m³ | 2.50 | CHF 260 | CHF 547.50 |
| Manual excavation of a foundation trench (loose soil) | m³ | 3.00 | CHF 15 | CHF 360 |
| Laying porcelain terrace slabs on pedestals | m² | 1.20 | CHF 65 | CHF 203 |
| Laying interlocking pavers on a sand bed | m² | 1.00 | CHF 25 | CHF 140 |
| Building a wall in hollow concrete blocks 15 cm | m² | 0.90 | CHF 14 | CHF 117.50 |
| Pouring a reinforced-concrete floor slab (15 cm) | m² | 0.60 | CHF 45 | CHF 114 |
| Floating cement screed over insulation | m² | 0.80 | CHF 22 | CHF 114 |
| Base render in cement mortar (15 mm) | m² | 0.80 | CHF 6 | CHF 98 |
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 mason'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 mason's hourly rate in the canton of Vaud in 2026?
The reference hourly rate for a mason in the canton of Vaud in 2026 is about CHF 115 per hour excluding VAT, with a call-out flat fee from CHF 115. These are indicative market values: the real price depends on the project, materials and complexity. Compliance: SIA 266 (masonry), concrete SN EN 206. Swiss VAT of 8.1% is added where applicable.
How much does opening a load-bearing wall with a steel beam cost in the canton of Vaud?
Indicatively: ~12 hrs labour (12 × CHF 115 = CHF 1'380) + materials (~CHF 480), for a total from approx. CHF 1'860 excl. VAT, excluding site specifics. VAT 8.1% added. The real price depends on the project, access and materials.
How is a mason'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 mason 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 115 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 SIA 266. 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 « mason · Vaud 2026 » trade pack, based on Vaud CLA wage scales, public régie prices and observed market prices — to be confirmed per company and project.