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how much does a charging station installation cost?
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Jonathan Pask
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12/04/2024
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How Much Does a Charging Station Installation Cost?

As electric vehicles rise in popularity, efficient and cost-effective charging is a pressing topic for many UK motorists. While public charging stations are becoming more common, home charging is one of the best ways to get the most out of an electric vehicle.

If you’re considering making the switch to an electric vehicle, you’ll want to know the additional costs involved. So just how much does it cost to get an electric charging station installed at your home? In the following sections, we’re going to take a close look at average charging station installation costs.

The average cost of a charging station installation

The cost of installing a home charging station can be complex, depending on the specifics of your situation. Providing an exact number is difficult, because the type of charger, your home’s electrical infrastructure and additional requirements all need to be considered.

As a ballpark figure, it can cost upwards of £500 for an installation and around the same for the charger itself. Because of this, you should expect to pay somewhere between £1,000 and £1,500 for a home charging station in total.

The types of charging stations

There are two main types of home charging stations. The one you choose will alter the costs of your installation. Let’s look at each of them:

Level 2 Charger

A level 2 charger is the most common installation for home stations. They typically provide a charging rate of 10 to 60 miles of range per hour. This can vary depending on the charger’s output.

DC Fast Charger

DC fast chargers are more commonly used as public charging stations. These will offer a much faster charge in a shorter period. However, they require vast power requirements and are more complicated to install.

In general, a level 2 charger is a much cheaper charging station to install.

Factors affecting your home installation

There are several factors that can affect the cost of a home installation. Let’s take a closer look at some of them:

Location: The location of your charging station can affect installation costs. For example, installing a charging station in a garage costs a lot less than an outdoor installation, as it is simple to access the electrical panel of your home.

Capacity: You may need to upgrade your home’s electrical system to install a home charging station. This can be costly.

Regulations: Keep in mind that you might need additional permissions depending on your local regulations. Permits can add an additional cost to the installation process.

Get a fixed charging station installation cost

Want to get a better idea of the charging station installation cost? Contact SparkPro Electrical. NAPIT-accredited with 15 years of industry experience, we’re the go-to team for electric charging station installations in West London.

Our EV charging experts will provide a free quote with no obligation, so you can make an informed decision – then start saving back the cost as you charge at home for less!

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