TOP 5 REASONS TO INSTALL AN EV CHARGER AT HOME

Make no mistake; electric vehicles are here to stay, but this does beg the question, where, exactly, is best to charge them? Installing an EV charger at home is the most effective choice, and below, we outline five essential reasons why you should consider installing an EV charger at home.



CONVENIENT

One of the most important benefits of installing an EV charger at home, instead of having to visit electric charging points at your nearest station, is convenience. Let’s face it, topping up fuel is a chore at the best of times, and this is certainly the case in the current climate, with fuel prices seemingly higher than ever.

Owning an electric vehicle, and by extension installing an EV charger at home, will save you an awful lot of time wasted at fuel or service stations waiting for your EV to charge up. On average, electric vehicles take between 4 and 6 hours to charge sufficiently; at home, of course, this isn’t an issue, but no one wants to be stuck at a service station for any longer than they have to!

SAFE

As suggested, charging your electric vehicle takes time, and if you’re planning on charging it at a public location, such as a car park, you will naturally be exposing your electric vehicle to the risk of vandalism, damage and even theft. Leaving your car to charge for up to six hours in a public space presents a world of risk, which is exactly why installing an EV charge at home is the solution.

HASSLE-FREE

An incredibly simple and hassle-free process, installing an EV charge at home is incredibly easy! This is due to the fact that the vast majority of EV charging points are installed on driveways, which won’t require planning permission as this is classed as permitted development. Better yet, with the ever-increasing popularity and relevance of electric vehicles, the need for EV charging points has never been greater, which makes finding an EV charging point installer hassle-free too!

BOOSTS VALUE

Such is the growing market popularity of electric vehicles, there is now a high demand for properties with existing EV charging points installed. This can make a significant difference for potential buyers and, therefore, will ultimately increase the overall value of your property. It is believed that a property with an existing EV-ready driveway could boost your property’s value by upwards of £10,000.

SAVES MONEY

Not only will an EV charging point at home boost the overall value of your property, but it will also help save you money in the long term, simple by the cost of fuel. Charging your EV at home has a lower unit price than a fast charging point at a service station, allowing you to charge your electric vehicle during off-peak hours when electricity costs are cheaper.

If you’re considering installing an electric vehicle charging point at your home or business, look no further than GE National. Our team of installation experts have fitted hundreds of charging points to homes across the UK. Get in touch with us for a free quote or to discuss your requirements.