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EV Charger Installation: What to Expect

Installing a home EV charger is more involved than plugging in a regular appliance, it draws significant, sustained load, so it needs to be assessed and wired correctly.

Step 1: Site & switchboard assessment

An electrician checks your switchboard's existing capacity, your home's supply, and where the charger will be mounted relative to your parking space and switchboard.

Step 2: Choosing the right charger

Chargers vary in charging speed and features (such as app connectivity or scheduled charging). The right choice depends on your vehicle, budget, and how quickly you need to charge.

Step 3: Installation

This typically involves running a dedicated circuit from the switchboard to the charger location, installing appropriate circuit protection, and mounting the charger unit securely.

Step 4: Testing & compliance

Once installed, the charger and circuit are tested, and a compliance certificate is issued confirming the work meets Australian electrical standards.

Things to consider beforehand

  • Whether your switchboard has spare capacity, or needs an upgrade first
  • Distance between the switchboard and where the car is parked

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