Home EV charger installation.
What is involved in a home EV charger installation?
A qualified electrician will assess your parking, fuse box, and cable route before recommending the right charger for your needs. On installation day, they will fix the charger to an outside or garage wall, run a cable back to your consumer unit, fit the necessary protection devices, and test and certify the installation. Most standard installs take three to five hours.
How much does it cost?
A standard 7kW home charger, including the unit and installation, typically costs between £850 and £1,300. The main factors that push the price up are:
- A long cable run (over 15 metres from fuse box to parking)
- Trenching across a driveway or garden
- Upgrading an older consumer unit that does not meet current standards
- Three-phase supply needed for a 22kW charger
The OZEV EV Chargepoint Grant
If you rent your home or own a flat, you may be eligible for the OZEV EV Chargepoint Grant, which covers 75% of the cost of a chargepoint and installation, up to £500. Your installer applies for the grant on your behalf; you pay the balance.
Homeowners are not eligible for the home grant, but may be eligible for the Workplace Charging Scheme if they install a charger at a business address.
Do you need planning permission?
In most cases, no. Installing a wallbox at a domestic property is classed as permitted development, meaning you do not need to apply for planning permission unless your property is listed or in a conservation area. Your installer will confirm.
Get a free quote from a local installer
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