Are you considering getting an EV home charger? Having an EV home charger offers many benefits like; convenience, flexibility and no more stress of having to go out and find the nearest public charger just so you can charge your vehicle. In this blog we will talk about the main factors that you need to consider when deciding whether your home is suitable for an EV home charger or not.
Important Factors That Need to be Considered When Buying an EV Charger for your Home
1. Parking & Location:
- Do you have a driveway? If you do have a driveway or a garage where the EV Home Charger can be conveniently placed, then you are in much better shape compared to someone who doesn’t have access to a private driveway meaning, there could be safety risks if the cable has to go across pavements or if you can’t get permission to place it somewhere on your property.
- Where will the charger be placed? Often the charger will be installed on the outside of the house on the wall or in a garage if you have access to one. However, if there is no suitable wall for the charger to be installed on then this needs to be taken into consideration when you are thinking about purchasing an EV Homer Charger, as this may lead to additional costs for you to be able to manage the charger and the cable.
- Height and mounting constraints – In the UK the usual requirement is that the charger is placed on the wall between 0.75m and 1.2m from the ground, allowing it to be accessible for everyone.
- Weather protection – Although our EV Home Charger is weather resistant it would be better if the Home EV Charger was installed under some form of shelter. This will also help increase the lifespan of the charger and keep it working efficiently.
2. Electrical Supply:
- What is your mains supply capacity? Most homes can handle the usual charge of a 3-7kW EV Home charger without any trouble. However, if you need more power or have a higher demand for charging you may need to upgrade your supply unit, meaning more additional costs.
- Distribution Network Operator (DNO) – Depending on how much power you need your DNO may need to be notified of the installation of an EV home charger, which we will take care of after your purchase of an EV home charger.
3. Rules and Permissions:
- Planning permission – Majority of the time if you have off-street parking, you won’t need planning permission, but if it is a larger building or facing a road you may need planning permission, it is always best to check first before you purchase an EV Home Charger.
- Renting or Flats – If you are not the owner of your home you should check with your landlord to ensure that installing an EV Home Charger won’t affect anything else with the building.
4. Cost and Concerns:
- Installation costs – If it is a standard installation meaning no additional work needs to be done then the main cost will be the EV Charger itself. However, if it is a bespoke installation and more work is required you need to take this into consideration when purchasing an EV Home Charger.
- Running costs – Once your Home EV Charger is installed this will be cheaper than going to a public charging station, however, as you’d expect your electricity bill will increase and if you do require more power and need to upgrade then you need to consider this when it comes to the cost of an EV Home Charger.
- Internet/Wi-Fi connection – If your area has poor service or poor connection to Wi-Fi this can cause a problem as the EV Home Charger is run by a mobile app as it has many smart features.
The Questions You need to ask Yourself when Buying an EV Home Charger
- Do I have off-street parking available?
- Is the vehicle’s charging point compatible with where the charger is going to be installed?
- Is the EV Home Charger going to be installed under cover?
- How far is the distance between where the power comes from compared to where the charger is installed?
- What is my current electrical supply?
- Does the Home EV Charger location have suitable Wi-Fi or mobile signal?
- Do I need planning permission?
- Do I need to ask my landlord if I can install an EV Home Charger?
- What power rating do I require for my vehicle?
- Will the installer check that the charger is working efficiently after installation?
At EV Home Charger UK, our professional installer will ensure that the job is done properly and that everything is up to standards before leaving you with your new Home EV Charger. This includes the app on your mobile phone as well as making sure the charger is receiving the power it requires to charge your vehicle efficiently.Conclusion
The key points to take from this blog are that if you have your own driveway or garage where the EV Home Charger can be installed you are at more of an advantage compared to those who don’t. As well as this, if your home has a good electrical supply and mobile service an EV Home Charger maybe just what you need for your home. Once you have your EV charger installed it’s important to maintain it correctly to keep it in top condition.
Before you purchase an EV Home, Charger and have an EV Charger installed you need to consider if planning permission is required. You also need to take into consideration whether you’re the homeowner or need to ask permission from your landlord, if you’re renting.
If you wish to purchase an EV Home Charger, please look at our website where you can find all the information you need about our EV Home Charger.
Go to the top right menu bar, shop and you can order your charger directly from there.
