Placing a charging station in your own home is more convenient and simpler than most drivers think.
    According to a report by EEI, the electric vehicle market is on the rise. The researchers found that there are currently more than 1.18 million electric vehicles on U.S. roads, with sales increasing significantly year over year. Electric vehicle sales rose 81 percent in 2018 compared to 2017 and 10 percent in the first quarter of 2019, with around 61,000 people buying an electric vehicle.
    The first step for these drivers, and those buying an electric car in the near future, is installing a charger. Putting a charging station into your own home is more convenient and simpler than most drivers imagine.
    Let's take a look at some of the things you should know about installing an EV charger in your residence.
    1. Understand how it works
    Before you put one of these advanced technologies into your home, it's best to have a basic understanding of how it functions. As Green Tech Media contributor Tom Konrad points out, a home charging station or "electric vehicle power supply" doesn't actually charge your car. Instead, the station supplies traditional household AC power to your car's onboard charger, which is then converted to DC and stored in the car's battery.
    There are different types of chargers that support different charging levels and speeds. It's important for drivers to consider their options to ensure they have the power they need in their home, but not to overestimate their requirements.
    2. Consider different levels of chargers
    There are three levels of chargers currently on the market. As Consumer Reports points out, Level 1 and Level 2 chargers are ideal for residential installations. Level 3 chargers, on the other hand, are very high voltage fast charging stations that can be very expensive and not suitable for home use. Also, regular use of Level 3 chargers can damage an EV's battery.
    A Level 1 charger is a great home option because it plugs directly into a traditional 120-volt outlet. This makes charging and charging your electric car at home very simple, but this lower voltage level means that charging can take longer - 20 hours or more for an all-electric car, a hybrid car It takes more than 7 hours. These are best for charging your battery without having to provide a regular full charge.
    A Level 2 charger, on the other hand, is a 240-volt charging station that provides up to 32 amps of output. This means that a Level 2 charger can provide about 5 times the full charge speed compared to a  Level 1 charger.
    When choosing a charger, consider the type of vehicle you have, how often you drive, how far you drive, and how fast you need to charge your car battery.
    3. The cost of home charging and utilities
    When it comes to cost, drivers have to consider not only the price of the charging station itself, but also the electricity bill.
    According to the U.S. Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, the national average price for an energy utility is about 12.6 cents/kWh.
    "Charging an all-electric vehicle with a 100-mile range and a depleted battery costs only about the same as running an average central air conditioner for six hours," the Office of Energy Efficiency said.
    4. DIY or professional installation service
    Another important factor to consider when using a home EV charger is how it is installed. Some drivers choose to undertake the process themselves, and depending on the type of charging station chosen, a DIY approach is entirely possible.
    However, some charging stations really benefit from expertise. What's more, hiring a service provider to install the charger for you means an experienced technician will take care of everything. This includes having all the necessary tools ready and making sure your new electric vehicle station will work properly once installed.
Standard installations from specialist suppliers such as Energysplendor include:
A 240-volt circuit breaker and up to 30 feet of feeder from existing utility panels.
Install an EV charger or NEMA 6-20 outlet unit.
Comprehensive testing and certification of installed units.
Special operation training and troubleshooting for drivers.
Energysplendor installations also come with a three-year warranty on parts and labor, as well as round-the-clock support from our 24/7 expert call center.
Electric vehicles offer drivers many benefits, and having a charger at home means you never have to hunt for a charging station or worry about running out of battery.
Contact us today at Energysplendor for home installation of your EV charging station.