Hail in the Canton of Zurich
Hail damage to solar systems in the Canton of ZurichInspection and claim file.
In the Canton of Zurich, the GVZ insures solar systems on the building. After hail we inspect the system and put together the claim file for the GVZ.
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- We document the damage for your insurer
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Data in the Canton of Zurich
Hail in the Canton of Zurich 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
- 898MW
- Every one of these systems is exposed to hail. After a storm, an inspection is worthwhile.
- Solar power per person per year
- 497kWh
- Switzerland: 866 kWh.
Hailstones in the Canton of Zurich: 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 Zurich
What applies in the Canton of Zurich after hail damage
Who insures your solar system in the Canton of Zurich
In the Canton of Zurich, the cantonal building insurance (GVZ) insures all buildings. The GVZ expressly lists solar energy systems among the co-insured fixtures, as long as they form part of a building’s structural installations. Hail is a natural hazard event and so part of what building insurance covers. Whether your system counts as part of the building in your case depends on the GVZ’s line between building and movable property. We recommend reporting a new system to the GVZ after commissioning and checking the sum insured against the construction costs.
What to do after hail
Report the damage to the GVZ using the form on its website before you have anything repaired. We inspect the system on site, measure the strings and document the damage with photos and a written report. You submit this claim file to your insurer. The GVZ decides on the payout. We then replace the defective modules.
Documents for your report
Good documentation pays off with the GVZ. Note the date and time of the hail, photograph hailstones next to a ruler and have the invoice for the system ready. Without measurement, fine cell cracks often go unnoticed, and they can reduce output. Our report records which modules are affected and which are not.
Hail protection for new systems
The GVZ recommends hail resistance class 3 as a minimum for building components, meaning no damage from a hailstone 3 cm in diameter. Tested products are listed in the Swiss hail register (Hagelregister). For a new system, we discuss the choice of modules with you at the site visit. The GVZ also offers free advice on preventing building damage and has a regulation on natural hazard prevention. The GVZ decides whether a contribution is possible for your project.
Grid operators
Electricity prices 2026 in the Canton of Zurich
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Zurich | Elektrizitätswerk der Stadt Zürich | 24.8 |
| Winterthur | Stadtwerk Winterthur | 30.5 |
| Uster | ENERGIE USTER AG | 28.6 |
| Dübendorf | Glattwerk AG | 26.3 |
| Dietikon | Elektrizitätswerke des Kantons Zürich (EKZ) | 24.1 |
| Wetzikon | Stadtwerke Wetzikon | 30.1 |
| Wädenswil | Elektrizitätswerke des Kantons Zürich (EKZ) | 24.1 |
| Horgen | Elektrizitätswerke des Kantons Zürich (EKZ) | 24.1 |
| Bülach | Elektrizitätswerke des Kantons Zürich (EKZ) | 24.1 |
| Kloten | Elektrizitätswerke des Kantons Zürich (EKZ) | 24.1 |
| Opfikon | Energie Opfikon AG | 26.4 |
| Schlieren | Elektrizitätswerke des Kantons Zürich (EKZ) | 24.1 |
| Regensdorf | Elektrizitätswerke des Kantons Zürich (EKZ) | 24.1 |
| Adliswil | Elektrizitätswerke des Kantons Zürich (EKZ) | 24.1 |
| Volketswil | Elektrizitätswerke des Kantons Zürich (EKZ) | 24.1 |
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.
Is a solar system in the Canton of Zurich insured against hail by the GVZ?
The GVZ counts solar energy systems among the co-insured fixtures of a building. The GVZ confirms whether your system falls under this definition. After construction, also check the sum insured.
Who do I report hail damage to my solar system to in the Canton of Zurich?
To the GVZ, using the damage report form on its website. Report the damage before any repair. We prepare the inspection findings and photos for the claim file.
Which hail resistance class does the GVZ recommend in the Canton of Zurich?
The GVZ recommends at least class 3. You can find products with tested hail resistance in the Swiss hail register (Hagelregister). The class is shown on the module datasheet.
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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We check your roof, electrical system and consumption. Afterwards you know what is possible on your roof, what it costs and which subsidies you receive. The binding quote follows within 72 hours.
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