How to Choose the Right EV Charger Installer for Your Home

With the growing popularity of electric vehicles, many homeowners are considering the convenience of EV home charging station installation. If you're wondering how to install an EV charger at home, selecting the right EV charger installer is the most important first step. A professional installation ensures safety, efficiency, and long-term performance.

In this blog, we’ll guide you through choosing the right home EV charger installer and help you understand the EV charger installation requirements, costs, and benefits.

Why Choose Professional EV Charger Installation?

A professionally installed charger can improve your vehicle’s charging speed and reduce the risk of electrical hazards. Whether you're installing a Level 2 EV charger or considering future upgrades, a qualified electric car charger installer will handle everything.

Benefits of a Home EV Charger

Here are some key benefits of a home EV charger:

Convenience: Charge your EV overnight at home.
• Speed: A Level 2 EV charger installation can charge your vehicle 4–5 times faster than a standard outlet or Level 1 charger.
• Cost-Efficiency: Save money over time compared to public charging.
• Increased Home Value: An electric vehicle home charging solution can add value to your property.

How to Choose the Right EV Charger Installer

1. Look for Certified Professionals

Always hire a certified Electrician. Certification ensures they understand current codes, safety practices, and specific manufacturer guidelines. Ask about their experience with EV home charging station installations.

2. Ask About Their Experience

Not all electricians specialize in EV charging point installation. Make sure the professional has direct experience with electric vehicle home charging solutions and different charger types, especially Level 2 EV charger installation.

3. Understand the EV Charger Installation Requirements

A good installer should walk you through the EV charger installation requirements, which include:
• Panel capacity checks
• Circuit upgrades (if needed)
• Proper location and weatherproofing

4. Compare the Cost to Install EV Charger

The cost to install EV charger systems at home can vary depending on several factors, such as:
• Type of charger (Level 1 vs. Level 2)
• Electrical upgrades needed
• Labor and material costs

5. Get a Site Evaluation

Being EV charging point installers, Sackett Services can offer a free site evaluation. This helps determine the best location for your charger and highlights any potential issues with your electrical system.

Know your Chargers Before you install

Electric vehicle chargers come in three levels: slow, medium, and fast. The total charging time and cost depend on the charger speed and the EV battery size.

• Level 1 chargers, or "trickle" chargers, deliver about 2kW per hour via a standard wall socket, suitable for small batteries and infrequent driving.
• Level 2 chargers are wall-mounted units providing 7kW from a single-phase connection or 22kW from a three-phase connection, requiring professional installation and offering overnight full charges at home.
• Level 3 chargers, high-voltage DC chargers found at public stations, deliver up to 350kW, allowing most EVs to be charged in 30
  minutes or less.

What about the plugs?

Since 2020, the Combined Charging System (CCS2) has become the standard DC plug type with all new EVs sold in Australia having the AC and DC plugs as standard.

● DC: Combined Charging System (CCS2).

The plug allows for both AC and DC charging using the same plug. Enabling them to connect to both home AC type chargers and public DC charging stations.
○ Charge speed = fast
○ Vehicles include: MG ZS EV, Hyundai IONIQ 5, BYD Atto 3, Kia EV6, Tesla Model 3, and Tesla Model Y.

● AC: Type 2 (Mennekes).

Also known as the IEC 62196, it’s the industry standard AC plug for EVs in Australia and Europe. The seven-pin design supports three-phase AC charging.
○ Charge speed = medium
○ Vehicles include: Nissan Leaf, Kia Niro PHEV, and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

● DC: CHAdeMO.

Less common than the CCS2 in Australia, it also provides reliable charging for compatible EVs.
○ Charge speed = fast
○ Vehicles include: Nissan Leaf, and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Why Install an EV Charger at Home?

• Charge Overnight: Plug in your vehicle at night and wake up to a full battery.
• Save Time: No more waiting in line at public charging stations.
• Lower Charging Costs: Home electricity rates are often cheaper than public charging fees.
• Increased Property Value: Homes with electric vehicle home charging solutions are becoming more attractive to buyers.
• Customized Charging: Choose a Level 2 EV charger or smart charging options that suit your driving habits.

What about the cost?

A standard installation of an EV charger with charger, materials and labour can be $2000 - $4000 installed

With the right professional, EV charger installation becomes a seamless part of your home’s infrastructure, letting you enjoy the full benefits of a home EV charger for years to come.

Sackett Services offers expert EV charging installations you can trust.
Our friendly and professional team is here to help with any questions you have and to make sure your EV charging setup is perfectly suited to your needs.

We can even facilitate the Brighte Loan Energy Saver Home Loan Scheme for you, which now includes EV charging installations for home improvements loan applications.

Talk to us today and start enjoying the benefits of your electric vehicle without any hassle.