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What is a plumber's hourly rate in the canton of Vaud in 2026?
The reference hourly rate for a plumber in the canton of Vaud in 2026 is about CHF 135 per hour excluding VAT, with a call-out flat fee from CHF 85. Indicative market values — the real price depends on the project, materials and complexity. Compliance: drinking-water directives SSIGE/SVGW (W3). Swiss VAT 8.1% added where applicable.
Reference values 2026
| Item | Reference value (indicative) |
|---|---|
| Labour hourly rate | CHF 135 / h |
| Call-out flat fee | from CHF 85 |
| Applicable compliance | drinking-water directives SSIGE/SVGW (W3) |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Replacement of a 150 L wall-mounted water heater | flat | 4.50 | CHF 1100 | CHF 1707.50 |
| Installation of a wall-hung WC with Geberit Duofix frame | unit | 4.50 | CHF 650 | CHF 1257.50 |
| Installation of a standard shower enclosure | unit | 4.00 | CHF 750 | CHF 1290 |
| Installation of a standard acrylic bathtub | unit | 4.00 | CHF 480 | CHF 1020 |
| Replacement of a standard floor-standing WC | unit | 2.20 | CHF 280 | CHF 577 |
| Water-leak detection (thermal / acoustic) | flat | 2.50 | CHF 150 | CHF 487.50 |
| Replacement of a basin mixer tap | unit | 1.20 | CHF 120 | CHF 282 |
| Mechanical unblocking of basin / sink | unit | 1.20 | CHF 25 | CHF 187 |
| Replacement of the WC flush mechanism | unit | 1.00 | CHF 55 | CHF 190 |
| Emergency plumbing call-out (simple) | hr | 1.00 | — | CHF 135 |
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 plumber'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 plumber's hourly rate in the canton of Vaud in 2026?
The reference hourly rate for a plumber in the canton of Vaud in 2026 is about CHF 135 per hour excluding VAT, with a call-out flat fee from CHF 85. These are indicative market values: the real price depends on the project, materials and complexity. Compliance: drinking-water directives SSIGE/SVGW (W3). Swiss VAT of 8.1% is added where applicable.
How much does replacing a 150 L wall-mounted water heater cost in the canton of Vaud?
Indicatively: ~4.5 hrs labour (≈ CHF 610) + materials (~CHF 1'100) + call-out, for a total from approx. CHF 1'700 excl. VAT, excluding site specifics. VAT 8.1% added. The real price depends on the project, access and materials.
How is a plumber'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 plumber 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 85 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 SSIGE W3. 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 « plumber · Vaud 2026 » trade pack, based on Vaud CLA wage scales, public régie prices and observed market prices — to be confirmed per company and project.