EV Charger Installation in Newcastle upon Tyne
The electric vehicle revolution is well underway, and having a home charging point is quickly becoming as essential as having a driveway. At Newcastle Solar Panels, we specialise in the professional installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging points for homes and businesses across Newcastle upon Tyne and the wider North East region.
When combined with solar panels, an EV charger allows you to charge your electric vehicle using free, clean solar energy, saving you even more money compared to charging from the grid or using public charging stations. Our customers who combine solar panels with an EV charger typically save between £800 and £1,500 per year on their combined energy and fuel costs.
Whether you already have solar panels or are considering having them installed alongside your EV charger, our team of OZEV-approved and OLEV-registered installers can design the perfect solution for your needs. We install all the leading EV charger brands and can integrate your charger with your solar panel system and battery storage for maximum efficiency.
EV Chargers We Install
We offer a range of EV chargers from the UK's most trusted manufacturers, each with their own unique features and benefits:
- Ohme Home Pro (7.4kW): From £899 installed – a smart charger with dynamic load balancing and solar integration. Perfect for maximising solar self-consumption.
- Zappi (7kW/22kW): From £999 installed – designed specifically for solar panel owners, with ECO and ECO+ modes that prioritise charging from surplus solar energy.
- Easee One (7.4kW): From £949 installed – a compact, stylish charger with smart features and robust build quality.
- Tesla Wall Connector (7.4kW/22kW): From £999 installed – seamlessly integrates with Tesla vehicles and the wider Tesla energy ecosystem.
- Pod Point Solo (7kW): From £849 installed – a reliable, OZEV-approved charger with a simple, user-friendly design.
Solar-Powered EV Charging
One of the greatest advantages of combining solar panels with an EV charger is the ability to charge your vehicle using free solar electricity. On a typical sunny day, a 4kW solar panel system can generate enough surplus energy to add 20 to 30 miles of range to your electric vehicle at zero cost.
Certain EV chargers, such as the Zappi, are specifically designed to work with solar panel systems. These chargers can be set to charge your vehicle only when there is surplus solar energy available, ensuring that you use as much free solar electricity as possible rather than drawing from the grid.
For customers with battery storage, the synergy is even greater. You can store surplus solar energy in your battery during the day and then use that stored energy to charge your EV overnight, meaning your vehicle is fully charged each morning entirely from clean, renewable energy.
Installation Process
Our EV charger installation process is straightforward and designed to minimise disruption:
- Free Survey: We visit your property to assess the best location for your charger, check your electrical supply capacity, and discuss your charging needs.
- Quotation: We provide a detailed, fixed-price quotation with no hidden extras.
- Installation: Our qualified electricians install your charger, typically in half a day. This includes all wiring, earthing, and connection to your consumer unit.
- Testing and Commissioning: We test the installation to ensure compliance with BS 7671 and current regulations.
- Handover: We demonstrate the charger's features, help you set up the accompanying app, and provide all necessary certification.
Why Install a Home EV Charger?
Home charging offers significant advantages over relying on public charging infrastructure:
- Cost Savings: Home charging costs as little as 7p per kWh on overnight tariffs, compared to 50-79p per kWh at many public rapid chargers. With solar panels, charging can be completely free.
- Convenience: Simply plug in when you arrive home and wake up to a fully charged vehicle every morning.
- Speed: A 7kW home charger adds approximately 30 miles of range per hour, fully charging most EVs overnight.
- Property Value: A home EV charger can add value to your property as electric vehicles become increasingly mainstream.
- Smart Features: Schedule charging for off-peak tariffs, set charging limits, and monitor energy consumption via smartphone apps.
Ready to install an EV charger at your home in Newcastle upon Tyne? Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote. Call 0330 223 7664 or visit our contact page.