DNA Power Solutions were recommended by a friend who had recently had an EV charger fitted by them.
EV charger installation at your home will find you saving a great deal of time and money.
A home charger will allow drivers to charge their vehicle conveniently from the driveway or garage. EV charger installation should be carried out by a NAPIT approved electrician where first steps in planning require checking the consumer unit at the property, this is to ensure an additional load of 7kW can be managed by the consumer unit. EV charger installation Kettering costs between £850 - £2,800 but this is dependent on whether you opt for a tethered or untethered charger or if installing a solar linked smart charger. DNA Power Solutions are leaders in renewable energy installations such as EV chargers and solar panels so we’re the right professionals for the job. Let's discuss how to start planning EV charger installation at your home in Kettering.
What happens during EV charger installation Kettering?
An EV charger installer will confirm the consumer unit can safely handle the additional power capacity of a typical 7kW charger as well as the identifying best location for charger installation. This is typically off street so a garage or driveway are ideal for home EV charging. On the day, installation takes our expert team between 3-6 hours but this can vary project to project. We worked with a homeowner on Torville Crescent in Kettering who needed EV charger installation. The EV charger would need to work in synergy with solar panels already installed on the semi detached, late 90s, 3 bedroom property. This project involved running armoured cabling from the consumer unit to the exterior wall where the EV was mounted. The team notify the DNO or Distribution Network Operator prior to installation to make sure the grid can safely handle the extra power. Once the system is tested, customers receive an EIC or Electrical Installation Certificate to confirm work complies with Part P building regulations.
Which type of EV charger do I choose?
Most UK homes have a 7kW EV charger installed which can fully charge most EVS in 6 - 8 hours, making overnight charging convenient for the driver. To benefit from fluctuating energy tariffs, most new home EV chargers use smart features which automatically schedule charging for when energy costs are cheapest. The homeowners at Torville Crescent needed a specific EV charger to work using surplus energy generated by solar panels at their home in Kettering. We recommended the myenergi Zappi which uses CT (current transformer) clamps installed on your mains supply, detecting when solar panels produce more electricity than the home and family is using. The electrical energy can safely divert any excess energy directly to charging your EV rather than letting it go to the grid.
Why are DNA Power Solutions the perfect candidate for EV charger installation Kettering?
The team are MCS approved installers so homeowners are guaranteed a well designed system and robust installations, all meeting strict industry criteria. Our experience comes in handy with unique projects like the one on Torville Crescent, recommending the right type of EV charger for the property and EV user.
Customers can expect high quality craftsmanship and a professional service from start to finish. We’re also quick to find solutions for hurdles we come across on projects. We faced a minor setback at Torville Crescent as the homeowners had Virginia Creeper vine growing up the side of the house. To keep the charger area free and safe for charging, we needed to have it cut back considerably.
DNA Power Solutions can support EV charge installation Kettering. Contact us today.