Ev Charger installers in Nottingham and Derby
With the ever-increasing number of electric vehicles on our roads, the government targets for achieving green energy and transport, electric vehicles are becoming more mainstream.
There are vehicle charging points popping up at car parks, supermarkets, petrol stations and other places to create a network of charging points throughout the country but there is nothing more convenient than charging your vehicle at home.
Can I have a charging point at home?
Many UK homes can have electric vehicle charging points but there are various considerations that need to be thought through.
- Off street parking and charging safety
- Capability of the mains electrical supply
- Age and capability of the home electrical system
- Safety Earthing
Don’t worry though, at Definitive Electrical, we are the experts in the installation of home vehicle charging equipment and will ensure that your new vehicle charging point is installed safely according to the wiring regulations and building regulations.
Can an old Fuse Box handle an Electric Vehicle Charge Point?
Old style fuse boxes are unlikely to be able to accept powerful new equipment such as electric vehicle charging equipment and as a result a small standalone fuse box may need to be installed to power the new charger.
It is possible to replace the entire fuse box and upgrade the system at the same time as part of a system overhaul if budget allows.
Whatever your electrical system, we are able to provide solutions to ensure that your electric vehicle charging equipment will operate efficiently and charge your vehicle as quickly as possible.
What is the best Electric Vehicle Charger available?
There are many different products on the market and this changes rapidly so its best to contact us to discuss what works best for you. Technology improves regularly and so do the features available for electric vehicle charging points.
Load monitoring is now standard on electric vehicle charging equipment. This system prevents overloading the mains supply equipment and allows your vehicle to receive the maximum safe charge even when other electrical equipment in the home is being used.
The charger monitors the electrical load that is being placed on the system and throttle back the charge to the vehicle when cooking equipment, electric showers and other high-power demands are placed on the electrics.
Can I just use a normal 3 pin plug to charge the vehicle?
3 pin plugs are not a permanent charging solution for your vehicle. Many plug sockets will overheat and eventually burn out when charging electric vehicles leading to risk of fire and electrical system damage. As an emergency solution they will be ok for short periods but will only deliver a small amount of charge sufficient to drive limited mileage.
A properly designed and installed electric vehicle charging circuit will ensure that you can more fully charge your vehicle overnight taking advantage of potentially lower electricity tariffs and without the risk of overheating or electrical system damage.
Get a professional EV Charger Installer in Nottingham and Derby
We are the local Electric Vehicle Charging experts and will correctly design and install your system to enable safe, fast, and reliable charging solutions for your home. Our team of trusted Electricians are NICEIC approved, Part P compliant and fully insured. We are also a Trust Mark Registered business meaning you have peace of mind that you are in the hands of professionals.
Contact our friendly team today for a no obligation quote for your new vehicle charging installation.
