Five Benefits of A Home EV Charger

If you’re an electric vehicle owner, you’ll know there are a few different ways you can charge your EV. Maybe you choose to charge your EV at your workplace, or maybe at a public place.  But one of the easiest ways to charge your EV is in the vicinity of your own home.

At Pro EV, we believe everyone should be able to charge their EVs at home and enjoy the security and comfort that comes with that. That’s why all of our home chargers come with professional installation.

So why install an EV charger at home? Here are just some of the benefits of charging your EV in your own space.

One of the best things about charging your EV at home is the convenience. Some ways it’s convenient are:

• Wake up to a full EV battery – Charging your electric car overnight means that whilst you sleep, your EV can charge, allowing you to wake up to a fully charged car. It means you can start your day worry-free, erase anxiety about surprises or long journeys, and eliminate the hassle of searching for public chargers.

• Saves you time – You can save time by charging your EV at home and avoiding the long queues at public charging points. No need to wait around or find charging hubs, plug in your EV at home and get charging.

• It reduces range anxiety with reliable home charging – charging at home means you can create a reliable and predictable charging routine, taking out stress and anxiety and helping you plan trips effectively.

There are a few things that make home EV chargers more affordable:

• You can charge your EV off-peak (at nighttime, for example), meaning energy is cheaper
• Significantly cheaper to charge your EV at home than at a rapid public charging point

Cost Per Mile Comparison

Pro EV have compared realistic UK average electricity prices, EV efficiency and petrol consumption.

You can see from the figures above that, on average, home EV chargers are more cost-effective and save you money in the long run.

A fantastic way to save money and reduce your carbon footprint is to invest in a solar charger. A solar EV charger can provide your EV with a charge from energy that may already be created in your house. If you have solar panels, you can invest in a solar charger to lower your bills and support the environment.

Another great reason to invest in a home charger is for speed. Charging your EV at home with an official EV charger is much faster than charging with a 3-pin socket; even though that is possible, it is incredibly slow and inefficient and wouldn’t be a lasting investment.

At Pro EV we can install a wide range of chargers. Here are some of the fastest and most reliable chargers for your EV:

7kW home charger

 This charger is fast and reliable, making it one of the most popular options for UK households. On average, it’s around three times faster than charging your EV from a 3-pin plug.

11kW home charger

Alternatively, if you want faster home charging, an 11kW unit can deliver approximately 30–40 miles of range per hour, making it a step up from the common 7 kW charger. Our installers will ensure the system is set up safely and efficiently, tailoring the installation to suit your home. We’ll also evaluate your electrical supply to confirm the charger can be supported and properly integrated.

22kW EV charger

If your house can support a three-phase supply and you own multiple EVs, this charger may be the most suitable for you. It can provide fast charging (up to three times that of a typical unit). This makes it great for quick charging on the go, especially if you’re home in between work and school and need to charge your vehicle quickly.

Of course, the safest place to charge your EV is at home. You know where your EV is, it’s on the safety of your property, and it’s less likely to be damaged.

Using public charging points means many vehicles and owners use them every day, which could increase the risk of theft or vandalism.

You also can’t guarantee how well the public chargers are operating. Home chargers are usually used by a single household, reducing the risk of faulty connectors and exposed wiring.