Underfloor heating pipe loops in channels milled into the existing floor during renovation

Plumbing · Heating · Building services

Renew plumbing and heating.
Planned as one system.

Water pipes, hot water, heating and heat distribution must suit the building. We assess the existing installation and coordinate its renewal with the associated building and specialist work.

HOW YOUR BUILDING WORKS

Water and heat as a visible cycle.

Choose a system and see which pipes, storage units and consumers work together.

ALL SYSTEMS COORDINATED

Building services that work together as a whole.

01Drinking water

Hygiene, pressure and safe distribution

02Hot water

Storage, circulation and comfort

03Heat generation

Heat pump, district heating or optimisation

04Heat distribution

Radiators, underfloor heating and balancing

05Drainage

Drainage gradient, soil stack and backflow protection

06Leak protection

Sensors, shut-off systems and monitoring

PLUMBING · HEATING · SWITZERLAND

How much do plumbing work and heating replacement cost?

The guide price depends on more than the appliance. Pipe routes, capacity, storage, electrical work, noise, heat distribution, permits and the existing structure determine the overall project.
01

Plumbing repair

approx. CHF 400–2’500

Diagnosis, accessible fitting, valve, trap or minor pipe repair

02

Water heater & hot water

approx. CHF 3’000–8’500

Conventional cylinder or heat-pump water heater – depending on volume and connections

03

Air-to-water heat pump

approx. CHF 45’000–60’000

Guidance for a detached house including installation and storage

04

Ground-source heat pump

approx. CHF 55’000–80’000

Guidance including heat pump, storage, installation and a typical borehole

Prices as of August 2026. Non-binding guide prices including VAT for typical, readily accessible situations. Heat-pump figures are based on EnergieSchweiz guidance. Binding only after survey, sizing, permit review and written quotation. Subsidies have not been deducted.

ONE BUILDING · ONE SYSTEM

From water quality to the final heating circuit.

All interfaces are treated as one connected building-services system – safe, maintainable and clearly documented.
01

Drinking water

Building connection, filter, pressure reducer, distribution, circulation and hygienic operation.

02

Hot water

Water heaters, heat-pump water heaters, storage, circulation and demand-based sizing.

03

Drainage

Wastewater, falls, stacks, ventilation, backflow and accessible inspection points.

04

Heat generation

Heat pump, district heating, wood system or operational optimisation matched to the building.

05

Heat distribution

Radiators, underfloor heating, manifolds, hydraulic balancing and controls.

06

Leak protection & monitoring

Sensors for leak protection, consumption, pressure, individual room control and selected smart-home functions.

FROM ASSESSMENT TO COMMISSIONING

Four clear steps. Technically documented throughout.

  1. 01

    Record the situation

    Record the building, existing system, consumption and goals – add images, data plate or floor plan.

  2. 02

    Assess system

    Capacity, pipes, heat distribution, noise, electrical work and possible permits are clarified.

  3. 03

    Solution & quotation

    You receive a clear solution with products, services, guide price and schedule.

  4. 04

    Execute & hand over

    Specialist work, interfaces, commissioning, instruction and documentation are coordinated.

ROOTED IN THE REGION

Plumbing and heating for projects in Switzerland.

From Lenzburg, Aarau and Baden to Zurich and the Basel region, we assess plumbing and heating projects in the context of each property. For retrofitting in existing buildings: Assess underfloor heating groove cutting and the floor build-up. More about the regions: Aargau, Zurich and Basel. Find further related work under bathroom renovation, Electrics & smart home and New build & renovation.

All private-client solutions

Smart Bau Group GmbH coordinates the replacement work and its interfaces with the interior fit-out. The quotation specifies which work we carry out ourselves and which work is undertaken by the relevant specialist contractors.

PROJECTS IN PRACTICE

Plumbing and interior finishes in the bathroom project.

See the work, construction stages and details before we assess your project together.
Have your own project assessed

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

What owners should know before repairs and heating replacement.

What should I do first if a pipe bursts or water leaks?+

Only shut off the main water supply if it is dry and safe to reach. Keep away from wet electrical installations. In the event of immediate danger to people, smoke, fire or water near electrical installations, call 118 or 112 as appropriate. An online report does not replace the public emergency services and does not confirm that a team will attend.

What precautions should I take if I smell gas?+

Do not operate electrical switches, doorbells, phones or lifts, and avoid flames and sparks. Warn others, leave the building and, once outside the danger area, call the fire brigade on 118 or the responsible gas supplier. If anyone feels unwell or is injured, call 144.

What does it cost to replace a heating system with a heat pump?+

For a detached house, EnergieSchweiz gives indicative costs of around CHF 45’000 to CHF 60’000 for an air-to-water heat pump and CHF 55’000 to CHF 80’000 for a brine-to-water heat pump, including installation and storage tank. The building, output, noise, drilling, electrical work and distribution system affect the actual price.

Which heat pump suits an older building?+

The key factors are heating demand, insulation standard, available space, noise conditions and the required flow temperature. Some radiators may be retained or adapted as needed. An automatic online selection therefore only indicates a possible approach; it does not replace specialist design.

Can underfloor heating be retrofitted?+

Yes. Depending on the floor build-up, wet systems, dry systems or milling may be suitable. Installation height, load-bearing capacity, substrate, doors, heating demand and flooring must be checked beforehand.

When must a subsidy application be submitted?+

Subsidy conditions vary by canton and system. Applications generally need to be submitted and approved before ordering or starting construction. We therefore do not automatically deduct a potential subsidy from the guide price during your personal consultation.

Why is my heating system losing pressure?+

Possible causes range from air in the system or an expansion vessel problem to a leaking pipe or safety fitting. Repeatedly topping up without investigating the cause is not a lasting solution; the installation and any displayed fault should be checked by a qualified professional.

Can I send photos and an error code in advance?+

Yes. You can submit up to eight photos in the emergency dialogue and during your personal consultation. Only photograph the identification plate, display, affected area and an overview if doing so does not expose you to danger.

Planning a project outside our core region? Send us the location, scope and preferred timeframe. We will assess whether we can support your project.

WATER · HEAT · TRUST

So everything works properly at home.

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