Charging your electric vehicle at home should be convenient.
With the right setup, you can plug in when you get home and start the next day ready to go.
Springtown Electric provides professional Level 2 EV charger installation for homeowners throughout Lincoln, Rocklin, Roseville, Auburn, Loomis and surrounding Placer County communities.
Before installation, we evaluate your charger requirements, electrical panel, available capacity and installation location to make sure the charging setup makes sense for both your vehicle and your home.
Call Springtown Electric at 916-899-2079 to discuss your home EV charger installation.
CA Electrical Contractor License #1139953
Level 1 vs. Level 2 EV Charging
A standard Level 1 charger generally uses a regular 120-volt household outlet. For drivers with short daily commutes and plenty of time between trips, that may be enough.
For many EV owners, however, Level 2 home charging is the more practical solution.
Level 2 charging uses a 240-volt electrical circuit and provides substantially faster charging than a standard household outlet. Your vehicle can recharge while it's already parked at home instead of requiring regular trips to a public charging station.
Actual charging speed depends on the vehicle, charger output and electrical setup.
Can Your Home Handle a Level 2 EV Charger?
This is one of the most important questions to answer before installation.
A Level 2 EV charger adds a significant new electrical load to the home. Springtown Electric can evaluate:
- Electrical service size
- Panel capacity and available breaker space
- Existing household electrical loads
- Charger amperage and requirements
- Dedicated circuit and wiring requirements
- Distance from the panel to the charger
- Garage or parking location
- Future electrical needs
When appropriate, we can also perform an electrical load calculation to determine what the existing system can support.
Buying an EV doesn't automatically mean you need a new electrical panel.
Sometimes a dedicated EV charging circuit is all that's required. The important part is evaluating the electrical system before adding the new load.
Do I Need an Electrical Panel Upgrade for an EV Charger?
Not necessarily.
If your existing electrical service has sufficient capacity, we may be able to install the appropriate dedicated circuit without replacing the panel.
If the panel is full, electrical capacity is limited, or the existing equipment has other concerns, we can discuss the available options.
Older electrical systems deserve particular attention.
If your home has a Zinsco, Sylvania-Zinsco, Federal Pacific/FPE Stab-Lok, Challenger, Pushmatic or another aging electrical panel, it should be evaluated before adding a significant new electrical load such as an EV charger.
The question isn't simply whether another breaker will fit.
We want to know whether the home's electrical system is appropriate for what you're asking it to do.
Choosing the Right EV Charger & Installation
There isn't one perfect charging setup for every home.
You'll find Level 2 chargers with different charging outputs and installation options. Some are hardwired directly into the electrical system, while others use an appropriate 240-volt receptacle.
We consider:
- Your EV and its charging capabilities
- Charger requirements
- How quickly you need to recharge
- Available electrical capacity
- Hardwired vs. plug-in installation
- Where you normally park
- Charging-port and cable location
- Indoor or outdoor installation
- Future vehicles or a second EV
Installing the largest charger available doesn't necessarily mean your particular vehicle will charge faster.
The right charger is the one that works with your vehicle, your electrical system and the way you actually drive.
And don't assume an existing dryer outlet or other 240-volt receptacle is automatically appropriate for EV charging. The circuit, receptacle, wiring and breaker should be evaluated for the charging equipment and electrical load.
Tesla Wall Connector & Other EV Charger Installation
Springtown Electric installs home charging equipment for a wide range of electric vehicles, including:
Tesla • Ford • Rivian • Chevrolet • Hyundai • Kia • BMW • Mercedes-Benz • Volkswagen • Nissan • Lucid • Polestar • Volvo and more
We can install Tesla Wall Connectors, universal charging equipment and other compatible Level 2 home chargers.
For households planning for multiple electric vehicles, we can also consider future charging needs during today's installation.
Regardless of the brand, we start with three questions:
What does the charger require?
What can the vehicle accept?
What can the home safely support?
EV Charger Permits & Professional Installation
EV charger installations may require electrical permits and inspection depending on the project and local jurisdiction.
Requirements can vary between Lincoln, Rocklin, Roseville, Auburn, Loomis and unincorporated Placer County.
Springtown Electric can help make sure your EV charging installation follows applicable electrical code and permitting requirements.
Whether you're waiting for a new EV to arrive or already have one sitting in the driveway, we can evaluate your electrical system and help determine what needs to happen before you start charging at home.
EV Charger Installation in Lincoln, Roseville, Rocklin & Auburn
Springtown Electric provides residential EV charger installation throughout:
Lincoln, CA • Rocklin, CA • Roseville, CA • Auburn, CA • Loomis, CA • Penryn, CA • Newcastle, CA
Our EV charging services include:
- Level 2 EV charger installation
- Tesla Wall Connector installation
- Universal EV charger installation
- Dedicated 240-volt circuits
- Hardwired EV chargers
- EV charging receptacles
- Electrical load calculations
- Panel capacity evaluations
- Electrical panel upgrades when needed
- Indoor and outdoor charger installations
- Permit and code-compliant electrical work
We're local, licensed and focused on installing charging equipment that makes sense for the individual home.
Ready to Charge at Home?
There's something much easier about coming home, plugging in and letting your vehicle charge while you're doing everything else.
Whether you're buying an EV, already own one, or simply want to know whether your home's electrical system is ready, Springtown Electric can help.
We'll look at your vehicle, charging goals and existing electrical system and help determine the right setup for your home.
Call Springtown Electric at 916-899-2079 to schedule your EV charger installation or electrical evaluation.
Serving Lincoln, Rocklin, Roseville, Auburn, Loomis and surrounding Placer County communities.
CA Electrical Contractor License #1139953
Home EV Charger FAQs
How fast will a Level 2 charger charge my EV?
Level 2 charging provides substantially more charging power than a standard 120-volt outlet. Actual charging speed depends on your vehicle, charger output, circuit and the vehicle's onboard charging capabilities.
Does every EV charger require an electrical panel upgrade?
No. Some homes can support a dedicated EV charging circuit without replacing the panel. Electrical service size, panel capacity and existing household electrical loads should be evaluated first.
Can I use my existing dryer outlet for an EV charger?
Don't automatically assume an existing 240-volt receptacle is suitable for EV charging. The receptacle, wiring, breaker, circuit and available electrical capacity should be evaluated for the charger being installed.
Should my EV charger be hardwired?
Hardwired and plug-in installations can both be appropriate. The best option depends on the charger, desired charging output, installation location and your home's electrical system.
Can an older home support a Level 2 EV charger?
Often, yes. The home's electrical service, panel capacity, existing electrical loads and proposed charger should be evaluated before installation.
Do home EV chargers require permits?
Permit requirements depend on the project and local jurisdiction. Springtown Electric can help make sure the installation follows applicable permitting and electrical code requirements.
