Benefits of Having EV Charging Station at Home
There are several amazing benefits to owning an electric car – they are better for the environment, they are cheaper to run, and they rarely need maintenance. As time goes on, electric cars are becoming more and more popular. You may have already noticed a lot more charging points in public places. However, if you are getting ready to purchase your first electric car then you should also be looking to install a home car charging point. Some people are hesitant to purchase an electric car as they believe that they are difficult to charge, but as the top 24 hour electricians in Cambridge, we’re here to show you why it is cheaper and easier to have your own charging point installed at home. Installing an EV charger at your home is a great step towards benefiting yourself as the future of electric vehicles is shaping up to be a bright one.
Top Benefits of Charging an Electric Vehicle At Home
- Cheaper
- More Convenient
- Faster
- Better for Your Car’s Battery Life
- They Can Improve a Property’s Value
- Safety
- Home Chargers Last Longer
Cheaper
One of the biggest advantages of installing a home car charging point is that it will be a lot cheaper than using public charging stations. After the initial cost of using professional electric car charging point installers, you may see a small spike in your electricity bill to begin with, but ultimately you will still be saving money and trips to public car charging points. You will be using the same power source that you use to light your house and keep your fridge cold, so it will all balance out eventually. The cost of home charging can depend on the make and model of your car, but typically it costs about £3.00 to do a full charge – making it as little as 2p per mile for some models! When you compare that to the cost of petrol, it is worth calling a 24 hour electricians in Cambridge to price up the install for you!
More Convenient
Having a professional company install a home car charging point for you gives you the ultimate control of when you want to charge your car. There is no need to plan your day around the nearest public car charging point, all you need to do is plug the car in at night, go to sleep, and wake up with a car that is fully charged. No more waiting in line for a free charging point or wasting time in a car park away from home while you charge your vehicle! The only planning that you will need to do is if you go on an exceptionally long journey. Clearly, the convenience of having a car charging point at home is unmatched to using a public charging point.
Faster
There are other ways of charging your car at home – you could always use an extension lead directly from a plug in your home. However, you would be looking at a minimum of 6 hours before your car is even ready to hit the road for a short journey. If you install a home car charging point, depending on its size you could get a full charge between 1-7 hours – that is definitely quicker than charging from the mains! You could always use a rapid charge public charging point if you are looking for an even quicker method, but those aren’t cheap. Ultimately, it is both cheaper and faster to install a home car charging point.
Better for your car’s battery life
The battery of an electric vehicle is very similar to the battery of a smartphone, and that means how you charge it can affect the battery life. Everyone knows that as time goes on, the battery life of a smart phone becomes less effective and cannot hold its charge as well. To extend the battery life, it is recommended to wait until your phone battery is dead (or almost dead) and charge it up fully rather than whacking it on charge as and when to keep it as full as possible. The same is for an electric car. If you charge up your car every time you pass a public car charging point, then you will speed up the battery degradation. However, if you leave it to charge overnight, then run the battery down in the day and start over, your battery will last a lot longer. Home car charging points are a better alternative to topping the battery up here and there.
They can improve a property’s value
Thanks to electric cars becoming more and more popular, future and potential buyers are now looking to see if your home has a home car charging point. Currently, there are over 200,000 electric car owners in the UK, and if you install a home car charging point it can only add to the appraisal of your home. Plus, many of our chargers are small and discreet so they are easy to install or relocate if required.
Safety
Using a home electric car charging point is safer than using public ones for a variety of different reasons. The main one is that it can be dangerous in public areas especially at night. If you are having to wait for a full charge, it is much safer to do so in your own home or whilst you are sleeping than having to wait at the petrol station for your car to be ready. As long as you use professional electric car charging point installers who have the knowledge and experience, the process of charging your car at home is the much safer option.
Home Chargers Last longer
Due to the quality and durability of our home car charging points, you will be able to use them for a long time before they need replacing. They are also compatible with many different brands, so you don’t have to worry about swapping your home car charging point when you want to swap cars. Speak to our 24 hour electrician in Cambridge for more help and advice if you are looking to swap your car if you are worried about the compatibility of your charging point.
Looking for professional electric car charging point installers?
Your electric car will most likely require a level 1 charger. This option doesn’t pull as much electricity and your home probably already has the outlets required to support this electric charging station. However, if you are looking for a faster charge then you will need a level 2 charging station, which will also mean you may need additional outlets. Whichever option you choose, all electric charging points will need a professional to install it to ensure that it is done safely and properly. If you try to install on your own, you could end up causing a home fire or damage to your vehicle – which no one wants!
Here at A B Electrical, we know that it can be confusing when you are looking to install a home car charging point, and we are here to help you. We will walk through the process from start to finish and will help you with everything, including:
- What charging point is compatible with your car
- Looking at the electrical configuration of your home
- Upgrading your electrical panel if required
- Ensuring that the panel and charger meet the required safety codes
- Help you to use your new charging point efficiently and safely
So, if you are looking for professional and friendly electric car charging point installers then look no further! We are here to help you – speak to one of our friendly team to find out more information today.
