What’s Included in Your EV Charger Installation
Our fully managed service covers everything from the first assessment to commissioning. No hidden extras.
Free Site Assessment
We visit your property to assess the best charger position, cable route, and consumer unit suitability.
Consumer Unit & Earthing Check
Full inspection of your distribution board and earthing arrangement to confirm safe installation.
Cable Route Survey
We plan the shortest, neatest cable route from your consumer unit to the charger mounting point.
EV Charger Unit Supply
OZEV-approved charger unit supplied and installed as part of your package.
Dedicated Consumer Unit Circuit
A dedicated circuit is added to your consumer unit to safely power the charger without overloading your existing supply.
OZEV-Compliant Installation
All installations meet Office for Zero Emission Vehicles standards, ensuring eligibility for applicable grants.
Load Balancing Protection
Smart load management prevents the charger from tripping your supply during high-demand periods.
Smart Charging App Setup
We connect the charger to your home Wi-Fi and configure the companion app so you can monitor and schedule charging from your phone.
Off-Peak Tariff Configuration
We configure your charger to automatically charge overnight on cheaper off-peak electricity rates.
Solar Divert Setup
For homes with solar panels, we configure the charger to automatically use excess solar generation before drawing from the grid.
Full Commissioning & Test
We run a complete charge cycle to verify the installation before we leave, and confirm all safety certifications.
Post-Installation Support
Our team is available after installation for any questions about your charger, app, or energy setup.
Understanding Your Home EV Charger
A home EV charger is more than a socket on the wall. Here’s what you need to know about the four key aspects of your installation.
Charging Speed
7.4 kW standard for most homes
A 7.4 kW home charger (the standard for single-phase properties) adds around 25–30 miles of range per hour of charging. Most EVs with a 60–80 kWh battery go from near-empty to full overnight. Tethered chargers have the cable permanently attached; untethered units use a portable Type 2 cable. We recommend the right type based on how you use your car.
7.4 kW single phase · 25–30 miles per hour · overnight full charge
Smart Charging
App control and scheduled charging
Modern smart chargers connect to your home Wi-Fi and are controlled via a smartphone app. You can schedule charging to start and stop at specific times, set a target charge level, and monitor your session history. Load management prevents the charger from tripping your supply during peak household demand. Integration with smart tariffs like Octopus Intelligent automatically shifts charging to the cheapest overnight periods.
Wi-Fi connected · Scheduled charging · Smart tariff integration
Solar Divert
Charge with free solar energy
For homes with solar panels, compatible smart chargers can detect when your panels are generating more electricity than your home is using. Rather than exporting that surplus to the grid for a small payment, the charger automatically diverts it to charge your EV for free. This requires a compatible charger and either a CT clamp or integration with your inverter’s energy monitoring. We set this up as part of the installation.
Requires solar panels · CT clamp or inverter integration · Configured on install day
OZEV Approval
What it means for your installation
The Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) sets the standards that approved chargers and installers must meet. All chargers we install are OZEV-approved, and we are an authorised installer. This matters for two reasons: it ensures the installation meets UK electrical safety standards, and it confirms eligibility for any government grant schemes available at the time of your installation. We handle all grant paperwork on your behalf.
OZEV-approved chargers · Authorised installer · Grant paperwork handled
Which Charger is Right for You?
The best charger depends on how you use your car, your home’s energy setup, and whether you have solar panels. Here are the three most common scenarios.
Standard Smart Charger
- Suits most homes on a single-phase supply
- OZEV-approved unit and installation
- Wi-Fi connected with smartphone app
- Schedule charging to off-peak overnight rates
The right choice for most EV owners without solar panels.
Solar-Integrated Charger
- Automatically charges from excess solar generation
- Switches between solar and grid seamlessly
- Maximises use of free daytime solar energy
- Works with most existing solar installations
Ideal if you already have solar panels or are installing both together.
Solar + Battery + EV Bundle
- Solar panels, battery, and EV charger installed together
- Single integrated system managed from one app
- Battery charges from solar and discharges to home and EV
- Single point of contact for installation and warranty
Maximum self-sufficiency and savings for EV owners.
How We Install Your EV Charger
Most home EV charger installations are complete in a single day. Here’s exactly what to expect.
- 1
Free Consultation
No obligation · 30–60 minutesWe discuss your requirements by phone or at your home — which EV you drive, where you park, what your goals are (solar integration, off-peak charging, or both), and whether a standalone or bundled installation suits you best.
- Charger type and placement options discussed
- Solar and battery integration possibilities explored
- Honest advice with no pressure to proceed
- 2
Site Assessment
On-site · 1–2 hoursOne of our engineers visits to inspect your consumer unit, confirm the earthing arrangement, and plan the cable route from your distribution board to the charger location. This determines the exact specification and confirms OZEV eligibility.
- Consumer unit capacity and earthing check
- Cable route from distribution board to parking area confirmed
- Charger mounting position agreed
- 3
Installation Day
On-site · typically half a dayOur qualified electricians mount the charger unit, run and trunks the cable neatly to your consumer unit, connect the dedicated circuit, and carry out all necessary earthing work. Most home installations are complete in under four hours.
- Charger unit mounted at the agreed position
- Cable trunked and routed neatly — no exposed wiring
- Dedicated circuit connected to consumer unit
- 4
Commissioning & Setup
On-site · same dayWe run a full charge test to verify the installation, connect the charger to your home Wi-Fi, configure the companion app, and set up any off-peak or solar divert schedules you want. We walk you through everything before we leave.
- Full charge cycle verified before we leave site
- Smartphone app set up and walkthrough completed
- Off-peak schedule or solar divert configured
Perfect Addition to Your Solar System
EV charging works exceptionally well as an add-on to solar panel and battery storage installations, creating a complete sustainable energy ecosystem for your home.
Solar + EV Charging
Charge your electric vehicle directly from solar panels during daylight hours, maximising your use of free, clean energy.
Battery + EV Charging
Store excess solar energy in batteries and use it to charge your EV during evening hours or on cloudy days.
Complete System
Solar panels, battery storage, and EV charging working together to create energy independence and maximum savings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our EV charging installation services.
Do you install standalone EV chargers?
Yes, while we primarily offer EV charging as an add-on to solar panel and battery installations, we can also install standalone EV chargers for customers in the Eastbourne area.
Can I charge my EV with solar power?
Absolutely! When combined with our solar panel installations, you can charge your electric vehicle using clean, renewable energy from your roof, maximizing your environmental benefits and cost savings.
What types of EV chargers do you install?
We install high-quality home EV charging points suitable for most electric vehicles. Our installations are designed to integrate seamlessly with your solar and battery storage systems.
How long does EV charger installation take?
Most home EV charger installations take half a day to complete. When installed alongside solar panels or battery storage, the work is coordinated to minimize disruption.
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