Charge at home for a fraction of the cost of public points. We install all the leading home EV chargers, sited neatly and wired safely by qualified electricians, with all the testing and certification you need.
Home EV charging: cost vs. convenience
Charging at home overnight on an Economy 7 or off-peak tariff (10–15p/kWh) costs roughly £2–3 to fully charge most EVs, versus £8–12 at a public rapid charger. Over a year, home charging saves £1,500–2,000+ for regular drivers. A 7kW home charger takes 8–12 hours to fully charge (perfect overnight), whereas a 22kW charger (if your supply allows) takes 3–4 hours. Most home EVs spend nights plugged in anyway, so 7kW is more than sufficient and keeps installation costs down.
What the installation involves
A dedicated 7kW charger needs its own circuit from your consumer unit (usually a 32A circuit), a weatherproof socket or hardwired connection, and cable routing to your parking area. We handle DNO notification (tells the grid operator you're adding a load), carry out all testing to BS 7909 standards, and provide commissioning with an app tutorial. The charger itself sits on your wall or garage — modern ones are sleek and discrete. Installation typically takes one day, and you can usually start charging the next morning.
Cost: what you'll pay
A 7kW charger + installation typically costs £1,200–1,800 depending on cable routing distance and whether you need an upgraded consumer unit. If your home is on a single-phase supply and you need a second circuit added, add £300–500. Grants exist depending on your circumstances — some properties qualify for up to £350 back. We advise on what's available at the time.
Smart chargers and time-shifting
Most chargers we install have app control and can be scheduled to charge only during off-peak hours (saving 30–50% on charging cost). Some integrate with solar systems so you charge for free using your own generation. Ohme and Zappi chargers are popular because they're modular, reliable, and the apps are intuitive.
Supply limitations and load management
If your home is on a lower-capacity supply (60A), adding a 7kW charger might trigger DNO concerns about peak load. We can either request a supply upgrade (takes 4–6 weeks) or fit a load-management system that temporarily reduces charger power if you're running the oven and heating at the same time. Most homes don't notice this — it's automatic and transparent.
Future-proofing
Installing a charger now positions you for a second EV later, or for a higher-power charger in future. We future-proof the circuit and ducting during installation so upgrades are straightforward.