Now, the lower maintenance requirements along with other advantages of owning an EV, such as its 0% emissions (better for the planet), its smooth and quieter ride may not be enough to offset the initial price tag for some, but for others who have decided the benefits outweigh the cons (including more limited charging stations available, limited car choices, etc.), there is a small modification that may be needed in your home to accommodate this contemporary mode of transportation.
We’re talking about the electric vehicle charging station. An EV charging station installation is best done by a qualified and licensed electrician. Electricians Windsor is an established licensed electrical contracting company that has done many EV charge station installs with expertise and skill.
Why do we need to upgrade an EV charge station from 120V to 240V?
The existing charging system provided by the car manufacturer can plug into a standard 120V wall socket in your garage, but if you own an electric vehicle, the rate of charge would make it inconvenient for most drivers who want their car fully charged overnight and ready to go in the morning. If an overnight charge is what you want, you’ll want to upgrade to a 240V charging system. We call this Level 2 charging, similar to what is used for dishwashers, washers and dryers (as opposed to Level 1 charging in the 120V standard option).
For drivers who believe the electric vehicle is the best choice for them, whether it’s for environmental reasons, whether it’s the fewer headaches associated with maintaining their vehicle, or any other reason, it would make sense to update the electric car charging station to maximize the convenience and usage of the vehicle. Give Electricians Windsor a call today to discuss the EV charging station installation process.
We’re talking about the electric vehicle charging station. An EV charging station installation is best done by a qualified and licensed electrician. Electricians Windsor is an established licensed electrical contracting company that has done many EV charge station installs with expertise and skill.
Why do we need to upgrade an EV charge station from 120V to 240V?
The existing charging system provided by the car manufacturer can plug into a standard 120V wall socket in your garage, but if you own an electric vehicle, the rate of charge would make it inconvenient for most drivers who want their car fully charged overnight and ready to go in the morning. If an overnight charge is what you want, you’ll want to upgrade to a 240V charging system. We call this Level 2 charging, similar to what is used for dishwashers, washers and dryers (as opposed to Level 1 charging in the 120V standard option).
For drivers who believe the electric vehicle is the best choice for them, whether it’s for environmental reasons, whether it’s the fewer headaches associated with maintaining their vehicle, or any other reason, it would make sense to update the electric car charging station to maximize the convenience and usage of the vehicle. Give Electricians Windsor a call today to discuss the EV charging station installation process.
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