OIBT inspection in Cottens (FR)
Received an inspection notice from Groupe E SA for a building in Cottens (FR) (Fribourg)? OIBT pro calculates your price online, books an ESTI-licensed inspector and sends the safety report to your grid operator.
Grid operator in Cottens (FR)
According to ElCom, the municipality's electricity grid is operated by Groupe E SA, which sends the periodic inspection notice and receives the safety report.
The building stock of Cottens (FR)
Cottens (FR) has 1'529 inhabitants (FSO, 2024). The federal census counts 225 residential buildings there: 155 single-family houses and 32 multi-family buildings. 60 % were built before 1981 and 55 before 1946: these installations have already been through at least one 20-year periodic inspection cycle, and the grid operator's next notice comes due regularly.
| Single-family houses | 155 |
| Multi-family buildings | 32 |
| Mixed-use buildings | 38 |
| Share built before 1981 | 60 % |
Sources: FSO, population statistics (STATPOP) and federal building census (structure by construction period).
Prices for the canton of Fribourg (-3 % compared with the national grid).
Frequently asked questions
Who sends the inspection notice in Cottens (FR)?
In Cottens (FR), the periodic inspection notice is sent by Groupe E SA. It states the reference, the installation and the deadline. Photograph the letter in the assistant: we read these details automatically.
How soon can an inspection take place in Cottens (FR)?
Our inspectors cover Cottens (FR) and the whole canton of Fribourg. You pick a slot online, usually within 2 to 3 weeks; “optimal” slots (inspector already in the area) are cheaper.
Which buildings in Cottens (FR) are subject to periodic inspection?
Every building connected to the grid: in Cottens (FR), the federal census counts 225 residential buildings (155 houses, 32 multi-family buildings), 60 % of them built before 1981. A dwelling is inspected every 20 years, business premises every 10 years (5 years for high-risk premises).
What is a periodic OIBT inspection?
The Swiss Low-Voltage Installations Ordinance (OIBT/NIV) requires owners to have their electrical installations inspected at regular intervals (20 years for housing, 10 or 5 years for commercial premises). The grid operator sends a notice; you appoint an independent inspection body which issues the safety certificate.
OIBT inspection pricing
| Detached house | CHF 434incl. VAT |
| Apartment | CHF 277incl. VAT |
| Apartment building | CHF 1283incl. VAT |
| Shop, office, restaurant, workshop | CHF 442incl. VAT |
| Farm | CHF 909incl. VAT |
| Industry, crafts, healthcare | CHF 909incl. VAT |
Neighbouring municipalities served by Groupe E SA
Attalens · Autigny · Avry · Bas-Intyamon · Belfaux · Belmont-Broye · Billens-Hennens · Bois-d'Amont · Bossonnens · Broc · Brünisried · Bulle