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Between 2022 and 2023, EV sales in the US jumped by 60%. Here in Richland Hills, TX, we’re a part of the third-largest EV market in the country. Statistically speaking, that means most homeowners here already own an EV or will own one soon. If that applies to you, you should consider having an EV charger professionally installed in your home. It’s an amenity that comes with various great benefits you’ll love. Here’s what they are.
Faster Than an Outlet
Except for Tesla, most automakers ship their EVs with wall charging cables included. That ensures your vehicle has a charger you can use on day one. However, you probably won’t want to use it. A standard plug-in wall EV charger can take over 50 hours to charge your EV. They’re limited to the 120-volt output of a residential outlet and typically don’t exceed 12 amps. That makes them an excellent emergency charge option to keep on hand, but that’s all.
Installing a dedicated EV charger in your home unlocks much faster charging speeds. Home EV charging stations use 240-volt circuits operating at up to 80 amps. They can charge your EV from near empty in eight hours or less. That’s a more manageable timeframe for most owners, and it increases your EV’s usability.
Enhanced Convenience
One of the most significant advantages of having your own at-home EV charger is convenience. With an EV, keeping your batteries charged means always knowing where there’s a charging station nearby. If you install a charger in your home, you can do most of your charging there. You could, for example, leave your EV plugged in overnight every night while you sleep. That would guarantee you a full battery at the start of each day. If you primarily use your EV for a local commute or errands, your home charger might be the only one you use.
Lower Charging Costs
Having an EV charger in your home also helps keep your costs lower. Public charging stations charge a premium to cover operating expenses and still have a profit margin. You can charge your vehicle at home while paying standard residential electrical rates and nothing more. Depending on the average costs of the public chargers you frequent, that can save you significant sums. Your charging costs will often be 50% or less with a home charger versus public stations. Plus, public stations frequently charge hefty penalty fees if you’re not around to move your car when charging completes. If you lose track of time, it can significantly increase your charging costs.
Additional Control Over Charging
Many of today’s home EV charging stations have advanced features you won’t find in public chargers. For example, many feature Wi-Fi connectivity and app-based control. That gives you real-time insight into your car’s charging progress. Public chargers generally only offer notifications when your vehicle nears a full charge. At-home EV chargers also often feature charge-scheduling functionality. That can allow you to use time-of-use energy rates to maximize savings. You can also use it to schedule your EV’s charging when your home’s solar panels produce the most energy.
Additionally, you can use your charger’s app remotely to terminate charging when necessary. For example, that can be useful if you leave your EV plugged in and go on vacation. Some models even integrate with smart home hardware. That unlocks even more functionality, like voice control. It can also help you avoid overstretching your home’s electrical service by reducing charge voltage as needed. For example, you could have it cut voltage whenever you run a smart clothes dryer or an oven.
Prevents Battery Degradation
If you’re like most people, you won’t like wasting time at a public charger waiting to top up your vehicle. As a result, you’d be more likely to seek out Level 3 chargers when you’re not home. Those are the chargers that can refill your whole EV battery in 30 minutes or less. They do that by using direct current at up to 350 kW. In other words, they pump out up to 10 times the current you’d get using an ordinary charging station. However, there’s a significant tradeoff involved. Sending that much power into your EV battery generates excess heat. The high temperatures can degrade your battery, lowering its capacity and accelerating its failure. Although home EV chargers aren’t as fast, they won’t damage your battery while plugged in.
Reduced Range Anxiety
One of the biggest hurdles to EV adoption is a phenomenon called range anxiety. That’s the fear of running out of power in an EV with no charger nearby. Compared to gas stations, EV chargers are fewer and further between. Plus, charging takes longer than a gas fill-up, so you may face a long wait even if you find a charger. Recent studies indicate the public charging infrastructure hovers at around 72.5% uptime. It doesn’t help that thieves now target charging stations to steal their copper-laden cables. Installing an EV charger in your home goes a long way toward easing range anxiety. Knowing you always have a charger available without waiting provides extra peace of mind.
Increased Home Value
Installing an EV charger in your home will also increase its resale value. As more people purchase EVs, they’re starting to demand charging infrastructure in the homes they consider buying. Simply having a dedicated circuit to support an EV charger in your garage can increase the price your home fetches. One recent study found that homes with built-in EV chargers sell for over $17,000 more than those that don’t. Prospective buyers also see the availability of an EV charger as a sign of a modernized electrical system.
Improved Safety
Charging your EV at a public charger often means leaving it unattended for long stretches in an unfamiliar place. That exposes your car to risk, including accidental damage, vandalism, and theft. And if you stay with your vehicle, it may jeopardize your safety. Although rare, a malfunctioning public charger can even damage your EV. The best way to avoid those risks is to charge your car at home. Your car is charged in a secure location, and since you have complete control over the charging hardware, you can keep it well-maintained.
Affordable Home EV Charger Installation
For over six years, HR Phoenix has been a local leader in EV charging station installation in Richland Hills. We’re a family-owned company with a team of trained and qualified electricians. We can install the wiring necessary to support an EV charger in your home. We work with all major charger brands and can even recommend the right one for your needs. Plus, we also offer complete residential and commercial electrical services. We do everything from minor repairs to electrical panel upgrades and rewiring. Also, our employees will always treat you and your home respectfully while working. And if your EV charger installation requires additional electrical upgrades, we offer financing on approved credit. So, if you want an EV charging station installed in your Richland Hills home, call HR Phoenix today!
