Hail in the Canton of Bern
Hail damage to solar systems in the Canton of BernGVB insures it too.
In the Canton of Bern, building insurance with the GVB is compulsory and covers natural hazard events such as hail. We inspect your system and prepare the documents for the assessor.
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- We document the damage for your insurer
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Data in the Canton of Bern
Hail in the Canton of Bern in figures
- hailstones are to be expected about every 50 years
- 3.5cm
- Typical value of the communes according to MeteoSwiss. Important for choosing modules and for insurance.
- solar capacity installed on roofs
- 1,045MW
- Every one of these systems is exposed to hail. After a storm, an inspection is worthwhile.
- Solar power per person per year
- 943kWh
- Switzerland: 866 kWh.
Hailstones in the Canton of Bern: what to expect
- About every 10 years2.5 cm
- About every 20 years3.0 cm
- About every 50 years3.5 cm
- About every 100 years4.0 cm
Typical values of the communes according to MeteoSwiss (hail climate Switzerland). The Swiss hail register (Hagelregister) rates modules in hail resistance classes: the higher the class, the larger the hailstones a module withstands. More on the page Hail damage to your solar system
Have my system checkedSources: ElCom (electricity prices 2026), Swiss Federal Office of Energy (solar potential), Energie Reporter by geoimpact on behalf of SwissEnergy (solar power, electric cars; CC BY 4.0), Federal Statistical Office (Register of Buildings and Dwellings), MeteoSwiss (hail climate), Energy Promotion Ordinance (one-off payment).
Hail damage to solar systems in the Canton of Bern
Hail damage to your solar system: what applies in the Canton of Bern
Who insures your solar system in the Canton of Bern
In the Canton of Bern, the Bern building insurance (GVB) insures buildings on a compulsory basis. It covers fire and natural hazard events, and hail is one of them. On its registration page, the GVB points out that photovoltaic modules are exposed to the elements like the building envelope. It lists solar systems under this insurance. If you have not yet reported your system, you can register it with the GVB afterwards. Check your policy before damage occurs.
Building insurance usually does not cover loss of yield. What your insurance covers in your case is set out in the general insurance conditions.
What to do after hail
According to the GVB’s description, building damage tends to occur when hailstones are about the size of a walnut. Report the damage to the GVB first. Document it with pictures and obtain quotes. The GVB assessor approves the carrying out of the repair. Have the invoices made out to yourself: the GVB settles with you as the owner.
We inspect the system on site, document the damage for the insurer and replace defective modules. Fine cell cracks are not visible from outside, so we measure the strings as well. You receive the findings, photos and quote in writing for the assessor.
For the file, have the module type, number, year of construction and the invoice for the system ready. If you have not yet reported the system, the findings also help to inform the assessor about the type and size of the system.
Hail protection for new systems
For a new system, we look for tested modules. The Swiss hail register (Hagelregister) lists hail-tested building components. We register the system. You, as the owner, make the report to the GVB, and we supply the details of the system for it. You can find more on planning on our page on solar systems.
Grid operators
Electricity prices 2026 in the Canton of Bern
What power from the grid costs is set by your grid operator. The more expensive grid power is, the more every kilowatt hour you use from your own roof is worth.Swiss median: 27.7 ct./kWh.
| Commune | Grid operator | ct./kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Bern | Energie Wasser Bern | 33.3 |
| Biel/Bienne | Energie Service Biel/Bienne (ESB) | 29.5 |
| Thun | Energie Thun AG | 29.3 |
| Köniz | BKW Energie AG | 28.1 |
| Ostermundigen | BKW Energie AG | 27.7 |
| Burgdorf | Localnet AG | 31.9 |
| Steffisburg | NetZulg AG | 29.9 |
| Lyss | Evolon AG | 34.0 |
| Langenthal | IB Langenthal AG | 30.4 |
| Muri bei Bern | BKW Energie AG | 27.7 |
| Spiez | BKW Energie AG | 27.7 |
| Münsingen | InfraWerkeMünsingen (IWM) | 31.9 |
| Belp | Energie Belp AG | 36.3 |
| Worb | BKW Energie AG | 28.2 |
| Zollikofen | BKW Energie AG | 27.7 |
Source: ElCom, Federal Electricity Commission, tariffs 2026.
The free site visit
One appointment at your home. Then you know everything.
A project manager from our team visits you and checks three things. No sales show, no obligation. Afterwards you receive a binding quote with yield, subsidies and payback.
01Roof
Area, orientation, pitch, condition of the roof covering and shading.
02Electrical system
Grid connection, distribution board and space for inverter and battery.
03Your consumption
Electricity bill, car, heating, plans. From this we calculate yield and subsidies.
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29 projects, 718.1 kWp in total. From Zumikon and Lachen we work all over German-speaking Switzerland, most often in the cantons of Zurich, St. Gallen, Schwyz and Aargau.
Canton of Zurich
- Rüti41.1 kWp
- Zürich26.6 kWp
- Zürich6.8 kWp
- Zürich10.9 kWp
- Gossau ZH7.7 kWp
- Zollikerberg17.7 kWp
- Ebmatingen16.9 kWp
- Ebmatingen17 kWp
- Zürich7.5 kWp
- Maur6.9 kWp
- Herrliberg14.8 kWp
- Herrliberg12 kWp
- Meilen17.2 kWp
- Bachs10.2 kWp
Canton of St. Gallen
Canton of Schwyz
Canton of Aargau
- Staffelbach16 kWp
- Reinach AG20.7 kWp
- Berikon19.8 kWp
- Oberkulm20.7 kWp
Canton of Lucerne
Canton of Zug
Frequently asked questions
Before you get in touch.
Is the site visit really free?
Yes. The visit and the quote cost you nothing and commit you to nothing. You only decide once you hold the binding quote in your hands.
Does the GVB pay for hail damage to my solar system in the Canton of Bern?
On its registration page, the GVB lists solar systems under the compulsory building insurance, which covers fire and natural hazard events. Hail is a natural hazard event. Your policy shows whether your system is registered with the GVB. If not, register it afterwards using the GVB form.
Who assesses hail damage to modules in the Canton of Bern?
After the damage report, a GVB assessor looks after you. The assessor confirms the extent of the damage and approves the repair. We provide the findings, photos and a quote for replacing the modules.
What do I have to pay myself for hail damage to a solar system in the Canton of Bern?
In the standard GVB cover, natural hazard damage carries an excess of 10 percent of the damage amount, at most CHF 1,000 and at least CHF 100 per building and claim. Your insurance conditions are what counts.
Can I always see hail damage on the modules?
No. Broken glass or cracks are visible. Fine cell cracks inside cannot be seen with the naked eye. They can reduce output or later lead to hotspots. So an inspection is worthwhile even if the modules look intact from the outside.
May I leave the system running after the hail?
Not if there is broken glass or visibly damaged cables. Broken modules can carry voltage. Switch the system off at the inverter switch if you can reach it safely, and keep away from the modules. Then call us.
Does cantonal building insurance pay for hail damage to a solar system?
Often yes, depending on the policy and the canton. Fixed-mounted systems are often covered by the cantonal building insurance, sometimes extra cover is needed. Check your policy and report the damage promptly. We supply the technical documents.
Which regions do you cover?
All of German-speaking Switzerland. We build most often in the cantons of Zurich, St. Gallen, Schwyz and Aargau. Our locations are in Zumikon ZH and Lachen SZ.
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