Home EV Charging Station Installations
Get the Convenience of a Home EV Charging Station at Your Fair Oaks Home
What is a Home EV Charger?
EVSE chargers supply electrical energy to your electric vehicles. There are three levels of electric vehicle charging devices.
Which type of EVSE charger should I get?
It depends on your driving habits. Many EV owners get by with plugging in their cars for an overnight charge. If you frequently need to recharge your EV at around midday, having a Level 2 charger installed is a smart investment. It will also increase the value of your home.
Level 1
“Level 1” charging is just plugging in to a standard electrical outlet. Level 1 charging can be convenient for home use, but charges very slowly, offering about 5 miles of Range Per Hour (RPH). Level 1 is most useful when a vehicle will be parked for several hours.
Level 2
These stations can add 12 to 25 RPH, depending on the type of EV and its charger. Level 2 charging stations are ideal for times when you’ll be parked for at least an hour. It provides enough juice to get around town and works up to six times faster than Level 1 charging. Most plug-in hybrids charge at Level 1 or 2.
DC Fast
On long trips or when you’re pressed for time, DC fast charging can deliver 100 RPH or more, charging some EVs to 80 percent in 20-30 minutes. DC fast charging stations have various power levels. In general, higher power levels charge EVs faster. The charging speed of your station may also depend on the type of charging port your EV has.
EV Charging Station Installations by Licensed Electricians
When you get a Level 2 charger installed in your garage, Absolute Comfort’s licensed electricians will provide:
- A full inspection of all equipment prior to installation.
- A site inspection to ensure equipment is installed in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- An electrical system upgrade, including new dedicated 40-amp, 240-volt circuit with 8-AWG wiring to support the quicker-charging Level 2 charger.
- Installation of your EVSE equipment to conform to all National Electrical Code and local permit/code requirements.
- Start-up inspection performed to verify equipment is functioning properly.
- Complete EVSE information provided to you, the customer, on your equipment’s features, correct usage, limitations, necessary maintenance, and warranty terms.
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EV Charger Rebates from PG&E
Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) offers residential customers rebates of up to $500 for a Level 2 EV charging station and $2,000 for electric panel upgrades necessary to support the EV charging station. Eligible participants must meet household income requirements. For more information see the PG&E Empower EV Program website.
Level 2 EV Charger Rebates from Roseville Electric
Customers of Roseville Electric who install a Level 2 (240-volt AC) plug-in charger at their residence may be eligible for a $400 rebate. The qualified charger must be installed at a Roseville Electric customer residence. View program website for requirements & details.
