Charger Brands: Tesla, ChargePoint, Emporia, Wallbox, Enphase
Chargers with good apps, real warranties and parts we can get.
Signs you're ready
- Picking a charger
- You want the fastest charge your car takes
- You want built-in energy monitoring
- You want it to play nice with solar
How the install goes
- Tesla Wall Connector: up to 48 amps, adapter for non-Teslas
- ChargePoint Home Flex: adjustable amperage, strong app
- Emporia: budget pick with built-in energy monitoring
- Wallbox Pulsar Plus: compact, shares power between two cars
- Enphase IQ EV Charger: ties into Enphase solar and batteries
What moves the price
- Panel-to-parking distance, and attic or finished walls in the way
- Amperage: 40 amp circuit for most, 60 amps for 48 amp charging
- Panel space, or load management or an upgrade instead
- Hardwired charger or a 14-50 outlet
- Permit fees, which vary by city
Permits for EV chargers
Most cities require a permit and inspection for an EV charger circuit, and the fee goes on your quote. The utility stays out of it. Rebates come and go, so check your utility or ask us.
Brands we install
Brand names and logos are trademarks of their owners and are shown to identify the equipment we install and service. Chief Electric installs and services Enphase, Tesla, ChargePoint, Wallbox and Emporia equipment. Chief Electric is an independent contractor and is not affiliated with these manufacturers.
The offer for this service
$250 Off
an EV charger install
Code CHIEF-EV250Cannot be combined with other offers. 1 per household. Residential use only. Show at time of service.
EV charger questions
Which EV charger should I get?
ChargePoint or Tesla, for most homes. Got Enphase solar? The Enphase charger ties in cleanly.
Can you install an EV charger I already bought?
Yes.
Do you charge for the quote?
No. An electrician looks at the job in person and quotes it, free.

