WHY YOU SHOULD INSTALL AN EV CHARGER AT HOME

Do you own an electric vehicle? If you do then you’ll know that finding a good charging station can be annoying sometimes, so you’ve likely considered installing your own EV charger at home. Most people assume it’s far too expensive to do this and never pursue the idea. So, is it worth installing your own personal EV charger?

IT’S COST-EFFECTIVE

It is surprisingly economical to install a charger for your electric car. Plus, it doesn’t need to cost a lot, especially if you use solar power to charge your vehicle. While the initial layout can seem high, it quickly pays for itself over time. You’ll get years of use from your solar panels and the charger will give you plenty of power to use whenever you need it.

Over time, it’s cheaper to have an electric car rather than a gas one. Keep this in mind as you move forward with the decision-making process.

IT’S EASY TO INSTALL

You’ll need a qualified electrician to install the EV charger, which means hiring a company to set it up for you. Ideally, the company will also provide the solar panels, as GE National does, so you can have everything handled by the same people.

IT’S EFFICIENT

When you have your own charging station at home, you have no need to look for a station unless you’re on a long journey. The ability to simply plug your vehicle in at night whenever you need to means that it’s extremely efficient and easy to use. This is often the main reason drivers choose to have their own station. If you have multiple electric vehicles, this is even more effective, as you’ll use it multiple times each week. 

There are many different levels of chargers, so you’ll want to opt for one that is a faster charge so you can quickly prepare your vehicle for the week in just a few short hours. Of course, this will also depend on your car, but if you can charge faster then you’ll be even more efficient.

YOU CAN CHARGE OTHERS

Want to make a little extra money? Why not offer your charging station to others in the area who need a charge? This is a simple way to earn some money and it provides a service for the neighbourhood. While you probably won’t turn it into a huge business, having a charger that you allow others to use will definitely help pay for the installation over time.

Electric vehicles are a greener way to get around, but when you power them with green energy, too, you really help reduce your carbon footprint. Get in touch with us here at GE National to find out how we can help!