Is EV Home Charger Installation Practical?
Electric vehicles, EVs, are becoming increasingly popular in Southern Ontario. If you’re considering purchasing one, you probably have many questions. One common question is, “How do I charge my electrical vehicle?”.
You can charge it with something called an EV charger. But is EV home charger installation practical? It is if you hire a good electric vehicle charging station contractor.
The Benefits Of EV Home Charger Installation
Electric vehicles are becoming more popular for a number of reasons. First, they’re better for the environment than traditional gasoline-powered automobiles. Second, they can save drivers money because they’re not beholden to spikes in gas prices. And last, many EVs look great and are fun to drive.
But to make an electric car practical, you need a convenient and reliable way to charge it. An electrical vehicle home charger provides this. An EV home charger makes charging your electric vehicle’s battery as simple as charging your phone. But to make any of that possible, you need to hire a professional electric vehicle charging station contractor.
SITE Plus Electrical Solutions Can Make Your Electric Car Ownership Dreams A Reality.
Site Plus is a full-service electrical contractor company that can install an electric car charging station in your home or business. We can provide a complete turnkey solution for EV charging station installations. We would love to help you get your dreamelectric vehicle powered by renewable energy.
We offer a number of EV charging station services, including:
- Residential EV charging station installation
- Commercial EV charging station installation
- Wiring and electrical work
- Project management
- Electrical system consulting
Did You Know There Are Different Types Of EV Charging Station?
Not all EV charging stations are the same. There are actually three different basic types of charging stations. These are wall outlets, specialized high-voltage stations, and direct current fast charge (DCFC) stations.
Wall outlets are the most common type of charging station. These can be found in most homes and businesses. These outlets deliver a comparatively low current and take a long time to charge a vehicle.
High-voltage charging stations can deliver much higher amounts of energy than wall outlets.They can reduce charging times significantly for electric vehicles that support them. They need special cables and connectors to connect to an electric vehicle.
DCFC stations are a relatively new technology.They allow for electric cars to charge their batteries very quickly. DCFCs can charge an electric vehicle in as little as 30 minutes, much faster than a wall outlet.
How Much Does An Electric Vehicle Charging Station Cost?
EV charger installation cost is possibly quite a bit lower than you think. The basic unit typically costs about $700. It is a simple box with a socket, metre, and a standard electrical outlet. The cost of the EV home charger and installation range from $1,000 to $5,000.
The biggest expense is typically the wiring. If you have to upgrade your electrical service and/or install new wiring, the cost can rise from $2,000 all the way up to $10,000. And labour costs can range from $1,500 to $5,000.
Make SITE Plus Your Electric Vehicle Charging Station Contractor In Southern Ontario.
We can install EV home chargers for clients all over Southern Ontario. To learn more, please visit our website or call us at 226-400-3564.
