Electric Vehicle Charger Installation

Charging your car at home is one of the great perks of electric car ownership. A Level 2 (208-volt) home charging station allows you to plug in a nearly depleted EV in the evening and wake up to a full battery the next morning. Once you’ve lived with this luxury, you’ll never look at gas stations the same way. But getting to that easy EV living requires some hard work up front. Installing a home charging station, like so many home improvement projects, can be fraught. But, don’t worry electricians at WireMax Electric can help you.

How Much Does It Cost To Install A Home EV Charger?

To purchase and install a 208-volt charging station. A good home charger costs $350 to $750 or so, while the typical installation runs between $600 to $2,000. The price for this work varies largely based on three factors: the power of the charger, the distance between the electrical panel and the charging station, and the complexity of the job.

What Features Should I Look For In A Home EV Charger?

Here’s a list of features that everyone should consider:

A cord that’s 20 feet or longer: A long cable gives you flexibility. In a two-car garage, you can often charge vehicles in either parking spot with a single station. If your home charging station is close to a garage door, a long cable will also allow you to plug in a vehicle parked outside. A long cord also future-proofs your installation in the event that your next plug-in car has the charging port in a different location than your current vehicle.
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) or Intertek (ETL) certification: EV chargers that have been vetted by these trusted, independent safety organizations have been tested to ensure that they meet industry safety standards. Many of the cheapest home charging stations and mobile charging cords forgo these certifications to keep the price down. Considering that a faulty charger could lead to an expensive repair bill or, worse, a house fire, we wouldn’t risk using an unproven unit.
Wi-Fi connectivity: We think an internet-connected home charging station is unnecessary for most EV drivers, but there’s a segment of power users who want the data and control offered by so-called “smart” chargers. These units track the energy used during each charging session and calculate the cost of the electricity. They also allow you to set a charging schedule so, for example, you can plug in a car at 6 p.m. but delay charging until 9 p.m. This will be valuable for anyone on a time-of-use utility plan, which offers cheaper electricity rates during off-peak hours. Note, however, that many EVs and plug-in hybrids also have these charge-scheduling features built into their infotainment systems.
The right amount of power: A charging station’s power output, measured in kilowatts, determines how quickly it can charge an EV.

Trust WireMax Electric in New York City

WireMax Electric looks forward to helping you drive green with an electric vehicle charging station installation at your property. Our electricians specialize in safely and meticulously installing various charging options, such as Tesla wall connectors. We will gladly work with you to determine which equipment works best for your home charging station.

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