House connections are usually laid when a new house or residential complex is to be built. But re-routing house connections may also become necessary as part of a street renovation. Every building that serves residential purposes must be connected to the water and sewage network as well as to the electricity network. The connection for the heating can be selected individually. There are now alternative types of heating that no longer require a house connection.
Determination of house connection costs for new construction and renovation
If you want to build a house or are planning a comprehensive renovation, it is important that you get an overview of the total costs. The fees for house connections are often not included in the total costs. If funding is already a bit tight, failing to fully budget costs can become a problem. For this reason, it is very important that you have a list of the actual fees to be paid for the house connection drawn up in advance, i.e. during the planning phase.
No uniform fees
The fees vary regionally and depend primarily on the type and location of the house as well as the length over which the connections have to be planned. If the house is located directly on a street in a central location, the connection costs are lower than for houses in the country that have their own driveway and are located slightly away from the street. For this reason, the example calculation should only be understood as a guide. The actual fees are always calculated individually depending on the location of the house and the length of the supply lines. The choice of heating is also a cost factor to consider.
The most important cost factors at a glance:
- long driveways between house and street
- solitary location requiring expansion of utility connections
- Relaying a water connection if a collecting basin was previously used
- Planning heating with natural gas or district heating
- Planning a house in a region with high connection costs
Basically, you can assume that the fees for laying connections within large cities or in metropolitan areas are higher in the countryside. For this you have to expect longer supply lines in the country, which also represent a cost factor.
Connection costs for water and wastewater
A connection to the water and sewage network is mandatory and mandatory. There are only a few regions in Germany that do not have a connection to the sewage system. In this case, the wastewater is directed into a kute or cesspool, which must be emptied regularly. The fees are expensive and this solution is not considered very hygienic. A water connection is installed during the construction of the building. The connections must be renewed if the central lines are re-laid. Water connections are also installed in new buildings and as part of renovations.
The fees are as follows:
- Production of the house connection 980 EUR
- Meter costs on private property 45 EUR per meter
- Production of the building water connection during house construction 180 EUR -if necessary-
- Dirty water transfer shaft 420 EUR
- Dirty water pipe up to the property line 52 EUR per meter
The connection costs may vary depending on the length of the line. You should budget an average of EUR 3,000 for the water and sewage connection.
Costs for a heating connection
Not every heater requires a separate connection to the house. You only have to include the corresponding costs if you have a heating system that is fired by natural gas and is connected to a district heating pipe. Other variants such as heat pump heating, oil or wood pellets do not incur any connection costs.
The gas connection
If you want to fire your heating with gas, the presence of a gas pipe is an important requirement. Check with the local supplier whether it is possible to connect to your home. You pay between 1,500 and 2,500 EUR for the house connection. The amount includes the connection of your house to the local gas pipe, but also the laying of the gas pipes. Most companies charge a flat rate. Calculating connection costs based on meters is rather unusual.
District heating
District heating is a very environmentally friendly alternative to other types of heating. You to heat the house. However, you can usually only establish a corresponding connection in larger cities and metropolitan areas. The connection costs consist of the actual connection fee and the fees for laying the cables. The house connection costs for district heating in detail:
- Basic price for connection: EUR 2,400 to EUR 2,700
- Price for laying the cables per running meter: 140 EUR to 280 EUR
When it comes to installation, it depends on the condition of the floor. A distinction is made between unpaved, paved and asph alted ground.
Costs for the telephone connection
You should also budget for the connection costs for the telephone connection. However, this only applies to houses that are newly built. A telephone connection has been considered standard for decades and is also installed in older buildings. However, it is sometimes necessary to renew the connections at the so-called last mile. These are cables made of copper or fiber optics that enable fast access to the Internet. If you would like to use a fast connection, ask your provider which lines need to be laid and what speeds are possible. The connection costs for the telephone connection are as follows:
- Fee for new connection 600 EUR
- Laying cables in empty conduits: around 400 EUR for a length of 35 meters
Additionally, there are the costs for purchasing the cables and empty conduits, which you as the owner have to pay. Expect an average price of around EUR 20 per linear meter. The prices for cables and empty conduits can vary greatly, so it is advisable to compare costs before purchasing.
Instruct a specialist company
When it comes to connection costs, it is usually necessary to hire a specialist company. This particularly applies to the gas and electricity connections. There are not so many dangers with a water connection. However, installation by a layperson can be subject to errors, which results in high follow-up costs. The work should therefore generally be carried out by a specialist company. However, comparing different offers can help you save costs and achieve a slightly cheaper installation. The companies calculate the material and the working hours. An average hour of work in Germany costs around EUR 80 if you hire a certified craftsman.
