A home EV charger gives drivers the options of super fast charging overnight which ends up being much cheaper than public chargers.

Why install a home EV charger? Advice for Leeds Homeowners.

A Home EV charger can be up to three times cheaper than a public charger whilst giving you daily convenience without having to factor in charging your vehicle on your journey. The cost of home EV charger Leeds ranges from £650 and £1,200 but this doesn't include upgrades such as a consumer unit to better support the additional load of a home EV. D P Electrical Specialists understand how popular home EV chargers are, especially as the UK gears towards reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2050. In fact, home EV charger installation is one of our popular services so we’re very familiar with the various EV charger manufacturers out there.

Is a home EV charger in Leeds safe?

Yes if installation is carried out by an approved MCS installer like D P Electrical Specialists. As qualified electricians, we ensure safety features such as RCD protection is included in high load circuits such as EV chargers, preventing electric shocks. During our initial visit to your property, we will verify that the consumer unit and wiring are in good condition and able to manage the additional load without risk. A home EV charger is a much safer option than using a 3 pin plug. This was the case at a recent EV charger installation at Parkland Crescent in Leeds. The homeowner relied on public chargers during the week and risked using a granny charger at the weekends. Using a granny charger does put great strain on your home's wiring. EV chargers continuously draw high current which can lead to overheating of household sockets which is a risk factor for electrical fires.

Is a home EV charger Leeds a good investment?

Yes, a home EV charger is a good investment. They are cheaper than using public charging, especially when using smart charger technology which can be scheduled for off peak tariff times like overnight. With a home EV charger you can charge your EV overnight, avoiding the inconvenience of public charger queues. An average EV battery takes around 8 hours to charge at a speed of 7kW, much faster than a granny charger. The family at Parkland Crescent had purchased the EV a few months ago and the parents couldn't believe how much time and money they wasted on public charging. They couldn’t wait to charge the EV overnight so that it was ready to go in the morning.

Why work with D P Electrical Specialists?

First and foremost, we’re highly skilled and experienced NAPIT approved electricians. All verification of electrical wiring and the consumer unit takes place prior to installing the home EV charger in accordance with BS7671. During our initial consultation with customers, we confirm factors such as whether you have off road car parking and where best to mount the charger so that it isn’t in the way of walkways or paths.
To find out more about what it's like to work with a professional team, head over to the testimonials section to see what existing customers have to say.

For home EV charger Leeds, call D P Electrical Specialists on 07764 760281

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