Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Installation

Find the best electric vehicle charger for your needs and book your EV charging installation. SGS serve customers throughout Salisbury and the surrounding areas.

Electric Vehicle Charging at Home

If you’re thinking of getting an electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle, where and how you’re going to charge it is one of the most important factors you’ll need to consider before making your purchase.

For most EV drivers, having a home charger is an essential piece of kit. They give you the benefit of being able to charge your vehicle over night when the energy prices are at their lowest and the convenience of getting into your fully-charged car to travel wherever you want to go the next morning. And you can keep the charge “topped-up” whenever you’re at home.

If you have Solar panels, solar compatible options are available, meaning you could effectively power your car for free! How great would that be? Contact us for further information on installing Solar PV.

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Where to install an EV Charger

During our site survey and home visit, we will discuss the different things you need to take into account when deciding where you want us to install the charger.

Here are some things for you to consider:
  1. Where do you usually park your car? On a driveway or in a garage for example.
  2. Where is the charging port on your car? Is it at the front or back and which side of the car is it located?
  3. Do you usually reverse into your parking spot or drive in forwards?
  4. You will need a strong wi-fi signal, where a hard-wired ethernet cable isn’t possible. An ideal location would be close to your home wifi-hub
  5. For ease of installation, is there an electricity supply close by?
  6. Do you want to see the charger, or would you prefer it to be hidden?
  7. Will the positioning of the cable cause a trip hazard? Ideally you want the cable to lay flat across the ground, not hoisted up and preferably not across a main walkway.

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Tethered or Untethered EV Charger

Whether you choose a tethered or an untethered charger, depends on your preference and the location of your charging point. We can help you decide which option would be most suitable for your needs.

Tethered

It comes with a fixed cable, typically 5m. The cable cannot be removed.

Untethered

You have to buy a separate detachable cable, from 5m, 10m, 15m or longer.

Which is best?

It depends on your requirements and the location of your charger.

Differences between a Tethered and an Untethered Charger

Tethered EV Chargers
  • come with a fixed cable that cannot be removed
  • standard cable length is 5m
  • some models come with a longer cable at an additional cost
Untethered EV Chargers
  • do not come with a cable, these must be purchased separately
  • give you the flexibility to choose the length of cable that best suits your needs (typically 5m, 10m, 15m and longer)
  • can be taken wherever you go, because the cable is detachable and not fixed.

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Ways to Pay

When you choose your new installation such as Solar PV and Battery or an Air Source Heat Pump, you can pay the whole amount in full if you’d like, we accept most debit and credit cards. Or why not spread the cost with a flexible payment option?

Whatever you decide, we can help you choose an option that’s right for you so that you don’t miss out.

Electric Vehicle Charger FAQ’s

Yes there was, but only up until March 31st 2022 for domestic homes. However the grant is continuing for commercial premises. The good news is SGS are accredited OZEV installers enabling you to receive £350 grant from the government.

Yes you can! Many EV chargers allow you to use excess solar power to charge up your car. Generating solar power requires you to have solar panels (PV) fitted in your home, but the energy generated through these is totally free – which means free driving!

Basically, the difference between a tethered and untethered vehicle charger is the charging cable. A tethered charger has a fixed charging cable which cannot be removed, and an untethered charger has a detachable cable which can be removed and taken with you wherever you go.

 

If you haven’t already noticed, petrol and diesel prices fluctuate greatly and with an upcoming ban on certain fuels in 2035 an EV charger in your home could increase the saleability of your home. You can also set timers, so that you only charge at the most efficient and cheapest times of day. You can use solar energy to charge your car, if you have Solar PV. For security, chargers are pincode protected, so no one else can use it without your consent.

Essentially you will need some form of off-road parking, like a driveway or garage with the ability to get power to it. You will be able to charge your vehicle from a mains 3 pin plug, but we highly recommend you get a EV charger unless you want to spend days charging.

If you have, or are considering buying an electric or hybrid vehicle, where and how you’re going to charge the vehicle is one of the most important factors you will need to consider.

SGS are premier advisors and installers of EV chargers and we work with leading suppliers in the UK. We have OZEV accreditation to access government grants (commercial only), so you can trust SGS to provide you with the best charging solution for your needs and requirements.

Why choose SGS for your installation?

Our electrical department has been established for over 20 years and all of our electricians are fully qualified and NICEIC approved. We can carry out a full assessment of your property’s needs and requirements, including safety inspection and testing.

Survey

Our process starts with an initial survey including environmental location checks and measure up.

Product Selection

We research the best products to fit your solution, including availability and cost analysis.

Installation

Once agreed, we then book your installation and set to work on fitting your new EV Charger.

Get Your EV Charger Today

If you’re interested in a free quotation for your EV Charger installation, please contact our customer service team for more information or to book your home survey.

 

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SGS offer a range of renewable energy solutions, from solar PV and batteries for home energy storage to air source heat pumps. So if you’re dreaming of a greener future, contact us now to find out more.

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Ways to Pay

When you choose your installation such as a new EV Charger, you can pay the whole amount in full if you’d like, we accept most debit and credit cards. Or why not spread the cost with a flexible payment option?

Ways to pay

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SMART home solutions give you the ability to take control of your heating, lighting and security system. You can even switch the lights and heating on while you’re out, so you don’t have to return to a cold, dark home.

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