Home Charging
Use a Home Charging Station for Fast, Convenient and Smart Charging
EVCHARGE4U can install the EV charging station of your choice.
When buying a charging station, it is important not only to consider the charging connection your electric car will need. Make sure to opt for a future-proof charging solution that provides the necessary charging power and functions to suit your plans.
We're Brand Agnostic: Compatibility Comes First
We really don't have a preference on what charger you use. That part is up to you. What matters to us is that the charger is compatible with your vehicle and with the installation itself.
Some homeowners want a smart charger connected to their home Wi-Fi, so they can start and stop charging sessions from an app tied to the charging station. Others use their vehicle's own mobile app instead. Some brands combine the two: with a Tesla, the Tesla app controls both your vehicle and your Tesla charging station. If you drive a non-Tesla vehicle, like a Chevy, the automaker doesn't make its own Level 2 charger, so you'll choose an app connected either to the charger or to the vehicle.
Come to us with whichever charger you prefer. We'll make sure the charger is compatible and get it installed right. We're brand agnostic, and we work with all the major manufacturers.
Why We Recommend a Hardwired Installation
Our goal is functionality: making sure your charging station is compatible with your vehicle and installed to a high standard. We prefer hardwired installations because they keep you within electrical code and give you the best long-term experience.
When a plug-in charger is used instead, like a NEMA 14-50, code requires a GFCI receptacle. That requirement can cause nuisance tripping, and you may end up at your electrical panel flipping the breaker to get charging going again. A hardwired installation is the more future-proof choice, and if you ever run into an issue, we're here to help troubleshoot it.
Many homeowners ask for an outlet because it seems more flexible. In practice, the outlet option can be more of a hassle given how the building code is set up.
We Stay Current, So You Don't Have To
The electrical code changes roughly every three years, and we make it a priority to stay on top of those updates. Staying current on code changes is part of why we walk clients through our recommendations instead of just installing what's asked for. We used to suggest the NEMA 14-50 plug-in option. We don't anymore.
Key Facts at a Glance
What do I need to know before buying a charging station?
When buying a charging station, it is important not only to consider the charging connection your electric car will need. Make sure to opt for a future-proof charging solution that provides the necessary charging power and functions to suit your plans.
How much charging power does my charging station need, and how quickly can my electric car charge?
Many electric cars charge more quickly than others. The power needed ranges from 3.7 kW to 22 kW, depending on the electric car’s built-in onboard charger. It goes without saying that a 3.7 kW electric car can be charged at any charging station equipped with faster-charging powers – but then only with a maximum of 3.7 kW. The weakest point concerns the maximum charging power. Our overview of charging times for electric cars will give you an idea of how quickly your specific electric car can charge.
Which plugs does my electric car have and is my charging station future proof?
The standard plug in the United States is the J1772 for Level 1 and 2 charging, what will be available for every car including the Tesla who provides an adapter for this with the car.
The newer types of EV’s are provided with the Level 3 public charging stations (DC Charging) so that you can charge the EV around 60 miles per 20 minutes or faster depending on the charging unit in your car and the public charging station itself. There is ChadeMo, CCS and the Tesla standard. Tesla owners can charge with a special ChadeMo adapter on the Public DC Charging Stations, however, the Tesla Charging Stations are available for the Tesla owners.
Which is the right charging station manufacturer for me?
When choosing a charging station for your electric car, make sure that it is made by a quality manufacturer who has been approved and listed by leading automobile manufacturers. This will ensure compatibility with your car. Moreover, the manufacturer should also ensure that future updates, services or replacement parts for your charging station are available. In our online store, you can find a selection of established charging station manufacturers and find out why we have chosen these as a neutral supplier.
Make sure that the Charging Stations are UL listed, this is for your own safety.
Who needs to do the Electrical Installation of my Charging Station?
The installation of a charging station for electric cars should only be done by a certified & qualified electrician. Before you use an existing domestic socket to charge your electric car, it is particularly important to check the sockets and cables in older buildings to make sure that charging can also be carried out at full power over a period of several hours. Evcharge4u is knowledgeable, our detail-oriented expertise ensures that buildings are safely brought into the 21st century.
Service upgrades might not be necessary
In some cases, you may not have sufficient power on your incoming Main panel to Charge your Electrical Vehicle. A service upgrade would need to be performed. A service upgrade can be a costly addition.
Evcharge4u has the perfect solution by adding a load balancer to your install. The load balancer measures your power usage and allocates available power to your charging station.
Charge on Your Own Schedule
Home charging is like having your own fueling station at your house. You can charge during non-peak hours, whenever it works best for you.
With a smart Wi-Fi-connected charger, you can set it and forget it: for example, only charge after 9:00 PM until you're ready to leave in the morning. Need a quick top-up before heading out? Start a charging session right from your phone instead of walking out to the car and waiting for it to click in.
Every Quote Is Built Around Your Home
We install in the garage, whether that's inside or on the exterior, depending on what works best for your property.
We don't offer a standard, one-size-fits-all price. Every quote is tailored to your specific home and your needs, because every property in the Bay Area is different. A home built in 1917 has different requirements than one built yesterday, and we account for those differences on every project.
TESTIMONIAL
Our Clients Love Working with Us
EVACHARGE4U knew what they were doing & was familiar with the Tesla Charger and the problem.
My Tesla wall charger failed & none of the troubleshooting guidance seemed applicable to me. I emailed hello@evcharge4u.com and got a response promptly. Andrew came over to perform the troubleshooting. The (uncommon) problem was a burnt wire. Andrew explained the situation and options. Andrew was able to replace my old wall charger with a new one & get me back up and running on the same day!
Chris M.
Berkeley, CA