20+ Years Experience
Specialist EV Home Chargers
One of the biggest concerns regarding electric vehicles (EVs) is when, where and how to charge them. Granted, the electric car market is only in the fetal stage of its lifecycle, and things are looking up for this growing energy industry. But who has the patience to sit around and wait at public EV charging stations? It’s just not smart.
Charging your electric vehicle takes a little more time, energy and some proper planning compared to filling up at the gas station, but with the energy market moving in such a positive direction, it is time that you decided to get ahead of the curve and get a home car charger installation for your electric car taken care of today.
There is no reason to wait until you get caught off guard to charge and be left stranded out in the cold. Having a home charger installed for your electric vehicle by the best technicians in the installations game is something that you should be taking advantage of right now.
Since 2004, EV Charger Installation has been expertly leading and servicing the EV home chargers industry, meeting the needs of electric vehicle owners across the UK. For more than a decade, our trusted team of technical energy experts have been installing, servicing, maintaining and fully charging home charging stations.
Always up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies, our exceptionally trained and well-informed staff and technicians offer the highest standard of service and quality of electrical work. That is our main priority.
Being the best in both home, commercial and industrial charger installers, EV Chargers Installation uses only certified technicians that have been trained by the most reputable and well-established brands in the industry today. So you know that our technicians are home EV charger installer experts.
Being professionally certified and fully accredited as an electrical energy company means that we are able to provide our customers with guaranteed peace of mind that they are getting the best service that is on offer across the board.
With more than 15 years as experts in the field of electric car charging and installations, our company has had the privilege of servicing thousands of satisfied clients. And our reputation speaks for itself. As far as a professional installation goes, you are going to be hard-pressed to find anyone better in the industry.
We are well-known and reputable throughout the local communities of Hemel Hampstead, Watford, St. Albans, Luton and North-West London in general. You should not be afraid to put us to the test. Visit our online store to find out which range of compatible devices is best suited to your charging needs.
An EV charger is what you are going to use as a charge point to charge your electric vehicles. Both electric cars and hybrid vehicles make use of an EV charger to maintain a fully charge battery.
At its most basic function, a car charger pulls a current to charge your car directly from either a 240v outlet in your home or it is hardwired directly to your home grid, delivering the compatible voltage of electricity to your electric vehicle. And just like most other devices, you charge your electric car by simply putting the plug directly into your wall socket to charge.
Electric car charging is fast becoming the new normal as a way of life and will soon be the standard when owning an electric car. Therefore, understanding the different levels of electric vehicle charging is an important point.
There is a difference between each charging level, and the rule of thumb is that; the higher the power output, the faster your electric car is going to charge. Now let’s talk about the range of charge options that are available to you.
A level 1 charger is the slowest charger available today and takes roughly 24hrs to fully charge a 60kWh battery. A level 1 charger ranges between 2.6kW and 3.6kW, depending on whether you are using a 3-pin plug socket, producing the higher 3.6kW or not. With the 3-pin plug socket, you are adding about 8 miles of driving distance per hour.
A level 2 charger can either be tethered or untethered, and its maximum power is dictated by the circuit. Level 2 does cover a possible wider power range of your house, catering for single-phase up to 7.4kW and for 3-phase power up to 11kW. However, to achieve these speeds at home, you are going to need a smart home charger, which we can install.
Using AC (Alternating Current), the maximum energy level for your level 2 is going to be 22kW. While using DC (Direct Current), your level 2 power can reach up to 43kW.
Level 3 is mainly found in public charging point areas because they need to be directly connected to the grid, which allows for more rapid charging. Unfortunately, the power supply in your home is not enough to support a level 3 charging point. Level 3 chargers are most commonly found at charging hubs, some car parks and other motorway services.
A tethered EV charger is an all-in-one home charger installation that has the cable wired into it. It is a simple and effective charging solution. Charging is easy and you simply have to pull the cable out of the charging point and plug it into your electric car.
Untethered charging cables are just that, cables. They are mobile and easy to carry around with you. Yes, there is an extra step when it comes time to charge your vehicle’s battery, but EV drivers do not seem to mind the extra plug. Not all electric car charging cables are the same, so be sure that you find the right connection or carry a second, alternate cable with you just in case. It may make things a little more convenient.
When thinking about your purchase of an electric car, you have to begin to consider that a home charging solution is an essential one. Sadly the UK government grant for the installation of a charging unit has expired for renters and homeowners, so to better understand the costs involved, keep reading.
Unfortunately, the costs of installing a home car charging station are not one fixed price, and depending on exactly what you are looking for, your installation overheads when you purchase are going to vary.
Now, typically for a standard 7kW home rapid charger, you are going to look at paying around £500 – £1,000 for a standard installation while paying roughly the same for the charger itself.
A more advanced installation option, along with the appropriate charging unit and cable, one that makes use of the intelligent octopus app, for example, may range between £1,000 – £1,800. With this kind of smart charging installation, you can easily optimise your charging. The intelligent octopus app is able to save you money, charging your electric car during the greenest hours using your wi-fi. Now that is smart charging.
There are many benefits that you will take advantage of once you decide to install your home EV charging solution.
EV Charger Installation services the domestic, commercial and even industrial EV charging and smart charging needs. We offer our services to and within the following areas in the UK: North West London, Watford, Hemel Hempstead, St. Albans and Luton.
Our team of expert installers and advisors are able to set up all your EV charging needs without hassles, guaranteed. Whether at your home or business, or even a commercial car park, a smart charging solution or simple home EV charging, we have got you covered.
An EV charger installation for your home is always a great idea once you have decided to install a charging point nearby where you park. With a dedicated team of expert installers and with finance options available, you would be amiss to rely on anyone else. No matter if your home is powered by single-phase or 3-phase power, we have a range of products to suit your specific needs, the app included.
EV Chargers Installation is committed to the environment and offers you highly appropriate solutions that are assured to benefit your business’s best interests. Not only do they guarantee that your business will be more sustainable and eco-friendly, but they are also going to save you money on your energy bills.
Better yet, through the government Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS), businesses are aided in reducing the costs of installing an EV charge point. Currently, the fixed price cap for this grant is £350, with businesses able to install up to 40 sockets. That’s a massive saving with no hidden costs or extra charges.
Whether you are offering a charging service to staff, customers or even the general public, we have got your installation needs all worked out. Our wide range of products and expertise will have your EV charger installed in no time.
We offer a wide range of both AC and DC charging options to best suit your needs, offering additional app integration to make things that little bit easier and less costly.
Once you decide to install your electric car charge point at home, there are a few factors to be considered that may affect the overall price of your installation. These include:
Yes. You can charge your vehicle at home using a dedicated charge point that is built-in and comes with standard safety features- a standard 3-pin plug should be your last resort.
Throughout the UK, building regulations approval is required for any company to install a rapid charging station in your home.
The typical costs for a home installation are around £800, although prices do vary depending on the installation requirements and the equipment that you choose to have installed. An additional cable will be advantageous.
Home chargers are currently going to set you back around about £850-£1,500, all-inclusive.
Typically, for a home charging station, you are looking at a cost of around £800. Do not forget that you may be eligible for a government grant that can cover up to 75% or a maximum value capped at £350.
For a rapid charge point, you are going to have an estimate of around £500 for the installation. A smart charge installation is going to be between £900 – £1,700.
Looking to get your electric cars car charge station up, installed, smart and running, get hold of us. Simply complete the contact form below, and one of our expertly trained and knowledgeable advisors will be in touch soon. Why wait? Switch your vehicle to electric and take the first step to a greener UK today.
In this article, we covered all the necessary basics, from power outputs and energy-compatible households with single-phase power and smart charging to the types of charger levels and charging cables and even the smart charging options.
So give us a call and find out the right prices to suit your needs and your budget at your convenience, so you can get the ease of access to a charging solution that is the right one for you. Switching to energy to power your car has never been easier or more sensible and is the smart thing to do.
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