Frequently Asked Questions
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“Standard” EV Charger home installations should be completed in a day if the survey has been completed correctly. Commercial & DC installations all depend on the level of installation and property type.
A standard install is where the charge point is located within a 10 metre above ground cable run from the property’s consumer unit. The property has an ample supply, the consumer unit Is suitable and has enough free ways. Fitting, testing & certification of all electrical connections and protection required by the EV charge point.
Your standard install includes a wall mounted EV Charger installation and all associated materials
E,g – SWA or NYY-J cable (which ever is most suitable for the install
Type A RCD & MCB to make the installation compliant with BS7671 wiring regulations
Fixing accessories
Any listed domestic prices on EV-near me will not include ground works or post mounted installs, these can be arranged so please get in touch today to discus your install requirements
Don’t worry, we will walk you through our simple survey which will determine if your property I suitable. If for any reason it isn’t, we will help you through the steps required to get it upgraded.
Charging from a standard domestic 3 pin plug will impact the speed of charge. A 3 pin plug is limited to charging at 3kw, where as a domestic EV charge station will increase this to 7.2kw by alternating current direct from your homes electricity supply.
Yes, they will need access to your main electricity supply in your property, means distribution board & electricity metre.