Ranging from $200 to over $1000, an electric vehicle charging station for the home is becoming a necessity in the demands of electric vehicle ownership. Whether it’s a Level 1 or Level 2 charger, the installation of a charging station includes assessing the home’s electric panel for capacity, running appropriately sized conduit and wiring from the panel to the charger's location, installing a dedicated breaker, mounting the unit, wiring the unit's terminals, and testing the system for proper function.
The steps include understanding and gauging the charging needs of the vehicle, assessing the site and calculating the load, using load management systems, obtaining permits and planning the installation, planning the conduit path from the electrical panel and charger, and configuring the digital aspect of the charger.
