Author – Georgia Howson, OZEV-Approved Installer at Stratford Energy Solutions
Home EV Charger Installation — Electric Car Charging Points for UK Homes
Home EV charger installation in the UK involves a certified electrician fitting a dedicated wallbox to your property — a job we complete in a single day in most cases. As an OZEV-approved installer, we supply and fit Zappi, Andersen, Easee Home, and Tesla Wall Connector chargers across Warwickshire, the West Midlands, and surrounding counties, with costs ranging from £945 to £1295 for supply and full installation.
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How Much Does Home EV Charger Installation Cost?
Home EV charger installation in the UK typically costs between £945 and £1295 for supply and fitting. The final price depends on a few factors specific to your property — but we provide a fully itemised quote after a free site survey, so there are no surprises on installation day.
| Factor | Detail |
|---|---|
| Cable run length | The further your consumer unit is from the charger position, the more cable is required |
| Cable trenching | Older fuse boards may need upgrading before a dedicated EV circuit can be added |
| Wall type and fixing | External brick, render, or cladding affects installation method and time |
| Charger model | Smart chargers such as the Zappi cost more upfront but save money long-term through tariff optimisation and solar integration |
All installations include a dedicated circuit, full testing, and certification. We will flag any additional electrical work at the survey stage and agree costs before touching anything.
How Much Can You Save by Charging at Home?
Yes — for most EV drivers, home charging saves significant money compared to relying on public charge points. Charging at a public rapid charger currently costs up to 79p per kWh. Charging at home on a standard domestic tariff costs around 24p per kWh. On a smart off-peak tariff such as Octopus Go, that figure can drop to as little as 7–10p per kWh overnight.
If you pair your home charger with solar panels, those savings increase further. The Zappi charger can route surplus solar energy directly to your car during the day, reducing your grid dependence significantly.
| Charging method | Approximate cost per kWh |
|---|---|
| Public rapid charger | Up to 79p |
| Home - standard tariff | ~24p |
| Home - off-peak smart tariff | ~7-10 |
How Home EV Charger Installation Works
Getting a home charger fitted by Stratford Energy is a four-step process. Most installations are completed in a single day, with minimal disruption to your home.
1.
Remote Site Survey
We will work with you to understand your property, assess your consumer unit and available power supply, identify the best charger position, and flag any additional electrical work needed. No charge, no obligation.
2.
Choose Your Charger
Based on your car, your energy setup, and your priorities, we recommend the right charger for your home — whether that is the solar-compatible Zappi, the design-led Andersen, the intelligent Easee Home, or the Tesla Wall Connector.
3.
Installation Day
Our OZEV-accredited engineer fits your charger on a dedicated circuit, tests the installation fully, and leaves your home exactly as they found it. Most jobs take two to four hours.
4.
Go Live
We walk you through the charger’s app, demonstrate the smart features, and complete all certification. You are ready to charge from day one. On average, it only take 2-3 weeks from initial enquiry through to the install!
Which Home EV Charger Is Right for My Car?
The right home charger depends on your car’s connector type, your property’s electrical supply, and whether you want smart features such as solar integration or off-peak tariff switching. Here is a straightforward guide.
7kW vs 22kW: Which Do You Need?
A 7kW charger is the right choice for most homes. It will fully charge a typical electric car overnight and works with any standard single-phase domestic electricity supply. A 22kW charger charges three times faster but requires a three-phase electrical supply — which most UK homes do not have. If your property has a three-phase supply, or you charge commercial vehicles at home, a 22kW unit may be worth exploring. We will confirm your supply type at the site survey.
Tethered vs Untethered: What Is the Difference?
A tethered charger has a fixed cable permanently attached — you simply plug in and charge. It is the most convenient option if you always charge the same car. An untethered (socketed) charger has a socket instead of a fixed cable. You supply your own cable, which offers more flexibility if you have more than one EV or plan to change cars within the next few years.
Charging a Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) at Home
All four chargers we supply are fully compatible with plug-in hybrid vehicles. Charging a hybrid car at home on a 7kW wallbox is considerably cheaper per mile than relying on public charging or engine power. Most PHEVs have smaller batteries than full EVs, so charge times are shorter — typically one to three hours on a 7kW unit.
Our Home EV Chargers
We supply and install four premium charging brands — each suited to different cars, properties, and priorities. Every unit is fitted by our OZEV-accredited in-house engineers.
Zappi
The Zappi, made by myenergi, is the smart charger of choice for homeowners with solar panels — or those planning to install them. It is the only charger in our range that can prioritise surplus solar energy to charge your car, so you use power your panels have generated rather than drawing from the grid.
- Power output: 7kW–22kW
- Tethered (6.5m cable) or untethered
- Smart tariff detection included
Installer note
Ideal for: Solar panel owners; homeowners on smart off-peak tariffs; customers who want to maximise savings as part of a whole-home energy setup.
Easee Home
The Easee Home is an intelligent charger that adapts automatically to your vehicle, your electricity supply, and your mains capacity. Its Charging Robot technology detects exactly how much power your car needs and manages the charge accordingly — which is particularly useful in households where multiple cars share the same circuit.
- Power output: 7kW–22kW
- Tethered or untethered options available
- Automatic load management built in
Installer note
Ideal for: Multi-car households; homeowners who want a smart, hands-off charging experience; those who value a minimal, compact design.
Tesla Wall Connector
The Tesla Wall Connector is the dedicated home charging solution for Tesla owners. It integrates directly with the Tesla app, supports scheduled charging, and delivers a faster charge than any standard three-pin socket or generic wallbox.
- Power output: 7kW–22kW
- 7.5m lead supplied as standard
- Native Tesla app integration
Installer note
Ideal for: Tesla model S, 3, X, and Y owners who want native app integration and the fastest possible home charging rate.
Andersen
Andersen chargers are manufactured in Britain and are built for homeowners who want performance and considered design in equal measure. Industrial-grade electronics sit inside a casing that looks like it belongs on the side of a well-designed home. Integrated cable management hides the cable and plug when not in use.
- Power output: 7kW–22kW
- Integrated cable management
- Wide range of colour and finish options
Installer note
Ideal for: Design-conscious homeowners; period properties; customers for whom aesthetics matter as much as technical capability.
Why Choose Stratford Energy for Home EV Charger Installation?
We have been installing energy systems across the Midlands since 2010. In that time, we have completed over 3,000 installations for homeowners and businesses, earned a 4.9-star Google rating from 345 reviews, and built an in-house team of engineers — some with over 10 years of individual installation experience.
We are not a national call centre with sub-contracted engineers. We are a team of 20 renewable energy specialists based in Stratford-upon-Avon, and every installation is carried out by our own people. You will speak to the same team from your first enquiry through to the day your charger goes live.
OZEV-Approved Installation
All home EV charger installations must be carried out by an OZEV-approved installer for the work to be certified and for any EV Chargepoint Grant applications to be processed. We hold OZEV approval, and our engineers carry out every installation to the required standard.
Bespoke Recommendation on Every Project
We do not fit one charger to every customer. Before we recommend anything, we assess your property, your car’s connector type, your electrical supply, and whether you have — or plan to install — solar panels. The charger we recommend for a Tesla owner with solar panels will be different from the one we recommend for a PHEV owner in a flat.
Part of a Whole-Home Energy Solution
An EV charger is one component of a complete home energy setup. We also install solar PV panels and battery storage — which means we can design a system where your car charges from your own generated power, rather than drawing from the grid. This is the most costeffective long-term setup for EV owners.
Accreditations That Protect You
Our accreditations include OZEV approval, NICEIC Domestic Installer, NICEIC Approved Contractor, MCS certification, TrustMark government endorsement, RECC membership, and QualityMark accreditation. We are also a Living Wage Employer.
Frequently Asked Questions About Home EV Charger Installation
These are the questions we are asked most often. If yours is not here, call us on 01789 262 411 or use the contact form.
Home EV charger installation typically costs between £945 and £1295 for supply and fitting, depending on the charger model, cable run length, and whether any additional electrical work is needed. We provide a fully itemised quote after a free site survey — no hidden costs, no surprises.
Most home EV charger installations are completed in two to four hours. Where additional electrical work is required — such as a consumer unit upgrade or a long cable run — the job may take a full day. We will give you a clear time estimate when we confirm your installation date.
Yes. In the UK, home EV charger installation must be carried out by an OZEV-approved electrician for the work to be certified. All Stratford Energy installations are carried out by our own in-house OZEV-accredited engineers.
Renters and flat owners may be eligible for the government’s EV Chargepoint Grant, worth up to £350 or 75% of the installation cost. Homeowners with off-street parking are not currently eligible for the residential grant. As an OZEV-approved installer, we can advise on your eligibility. Visit https://www.gov.uk/electric-vehicle-chargepoint-grant-household for current criteria.
In most cases, no. Home EV charger installation is permitted development in England for most property types, with no planning permission required. Listed buildings and properties in conservation areas may have additional requirements. We will flag any planning considerations at the site survey stage.
A dedicated off-street parking space is required for home charger installation — the unit must be fitted to a wall or structure adjacent to where the car parks. If you do not have off-street parking, a home wallbox is not suitable. We would suggest exploring on-street charging options via your local council.
All four chargers we supply — Zappi, Easee Home, Tesla Wall Connector, and Andersen — support Type 2 charging, which covers the vast majority of electric cars sold in the UK. The Tesla Wall Connector is specifically optimised for Tesla vehicles. If your car uses a Type 1 connector, we will advise on cable solutions at your survey.
Home charging on a standard tariff costs around 24p per kWh, compared to up to 79p per kWh at public rapid chargers. On a smart off-peak tariff, home charging can cost as little as 7–10p per kWh overnight. For a typical EV driver covering 10,000 miles per year, switching from public charging to home charging saves hundreds of pounds annually.
Ready to Charge at Home for Less?
Speak to Georgia or Micheal — our Sales Managers will assess your property and recommend the right charger for your car and energy setup. There is no obligation and no hard sell. If your property is not suitable, we will tell you.
Call 01789 262 411 — or use our contact form or online system builder to get started. Quotations are valid for 30 days. A 14-day cooling-off period applies on all residential contracts.
