Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Installation

With an EV charging station at home, the chances of depleting your vehicle’s supply of energy are very low.

Whether you already own an electric vehicle (EV) or are considering getting one, you will need to assess your charging options. Recharging an EV requires more forethought than just driving to the nearest gas station and fueling up, as you would with a conventional car. With an EV charging station in your home, it’s simple to keep the battery topped off.

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Whether you already own an electric vehicle (EV) or are considering getting one, you will need to assess your charging options. Recharging an EV requires more forethought than just driving to the nearest gas station and fueling up, as you would with a conventional car, but the benefits far outweigh the upfront cost of installing a new 240-volt circuit and EV charger.

With an EV charging station at home, the chances of depleting your vehicle’s supply of energy are very low. It’s simple to keep the battery topped off. Recharging time depends on the battery’s capacity, its state of charge, and the type of charging station you use. There are two types of charging stations available to homeowners.

Level 1

Level 1 charging stations usually require no upgrades to your service panel, and simply plug directly into a standard household 110V wall outlet. Most EV manufacturers include a Level 1 cord set with the purchase of a vehicle. This basic station will recharge your car approximately 3 miles per hour of charge.

Level 2

Level 2 charging stations are up to fifteen times faster than Level 1 stations. Installing a 30-amp, 220-volt receptacle will allow you to recharge your vehicle approximately 30 miles per hour of charge. A 50-amp receptacle can recharge up to 37 miles per hour of charge, while a hardwired charger on a 60-amp circuit will charge up to 44 miles per hour of charging. You will need to have this outlet or hardwired charger professionally installed on a dedicated circuit.

Some vehicles limit the amount of charging current, so installing a higher amperage charger might not help your current EV charge quicker. However, if you install one now, you’ll thank yourself later when you upgrade to an EV with faster charging capabilities. Contact Reamco to assess whether your electrical panel has capacity for a Level 2 charger. We’ll help you find the best solution for your EV charging needs, so you can hit the road sooner!

The Reamco Difference

Here at ReamCo Electric, your satisfaction is our priority. When can we install your EV charger? Anywhere between tomorrow to four weeks ahead - call us today! Since Reamco is a smaller, privately owned company, we usually have the flexibility to work you in quickly. Your call will be answered by a real person - one of our electricians, instead of a secretary or call center.