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Why Choose a Home EV Charger?
Switching to an electric vehicle is a big milestone, and having your own home charger is what makes day-to-day driving genuinely convenient. Relying on public chargers quickly becomes frustrating — queues, broken units, unpredictable costs — whereas a home EV charger gives you complete control over when and how you charge.
For most homeowners in Derby, the biggest benefit is being able to plug in once you’re home and wake up to a fully charged car every morning. No detours to a charging point, no waiting around, and no competing for spaces. A dedicated home charger is also significantly faster and safer than using a standard three-pin plug, which isn’t designed to deliver the higher power needed for regular EV charging.
Whether your charger is fitted on an external wall by the driveway or mounted neatly inside a garage, a home installation keeps everything simple, tidy, and tailored to your property. You control the charging speed, the cost, and the times that suit your routine — especially when using cheaper overnight tariffs.
In short, if you want an EV to fit seamlessly into your lifestyle, a dedicated home charger is the most efficient and cost-effective way to run your vehicle.
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Our Domestic EV Charger Installation Service
We install safe, reliable, and great-looking home EV chargers for properties across Derby and Derbyshire. Every home is different, so we take the time to plan your installation properly, ensuring your charger fits neatly into your driveway or garage setup without disrupting how you use your home.
For driveway installations, we typically mount the charger on an external wall close to where you park. We route cabling discreetly along existing lines, keeping everything tidy and protected from the weather. If your driveway is further from your consumer unit, we plan the most efficient path for cabling while minimising disruption to your property.
For garage installations, we can set the charger exactly where it’s most convenient — next to the parking space, near the door, or even positioned so the cable can reach both inside and outside the garage. A wall-mounted charger keeps everything organised and ensures the cable stays clean and out of the way.
Every installation includes:
- A site assessment to confirm the safest mounting point
- Careful cable routing to avoid unnecessary drilling
- Testing and commissioning of your charger
- A tidy, professional finish with no mess left behind
- Clear guidance on using your charger confidently
We design our work around how you use your home. Whether you always reverse onto your drive, park in a tight space, or want the charger hidden away, we’ll make sure the final result fits perfectly with your daily routine.
Tethered vs Untethered — Which Is Best for You?
Choosing between a tethered and untethered charger is one of the first decisions homeowners make, and each option suits different preferences and habits. Neither is “better” universally — it’s about how you prefer to charge your car day to day.
Tethered Chargers (Built-in Cable)
A tethered charger has a charging cable permanently attached. Most homeowners prefer this option because it feels quick and easy — you simply unhook the cable and plug in your car. There’s no need to fetch a cable from the boot or store it somewhere inside the home.
Benefits of tethered chargers:
- Fast and convenient to use
- Cable is always ready, especially useful in the rain
- Usually slightly quicker to start charging
- Popular with families who want simplicity
If you charge daily or don’t want the hassle of handling a loose cable, a tethered unit is usually the best fit.
Untethered Chargers (Socket Only)
An untethered charger has no fixed cable, giving you a clean, minimalist look. You use your own Type 2 cable when charging and remove it when not in use.
Benefits of untethered chargers:
- Neater appearance on driveway or garage wall
- More flexible if you change EVs in the future
- Easier to replace the cable if damaged
- Ideal for homeowners who prefer a subtle installation
Many Derby homeowners with modern new builds or tidy garage setups choose untethered chargers for aesthetic reasons.
Which Should You Choose?
If convenience is your priority, tethered is usually the best option. If the look of your property matters most, an untethered charger keeps things clean and discreet. Whichever option you choose, we’ll help you select a charger that suits your home, your car, and how you prefer to charge.
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Smart EV Chargers for Homeowners
Modern home EV chargers do much more than simply supply power to your car. Smart chargers connect to your home Wi-Fi or a mobile app, giving you full control over when and how your vehicle charges. For most Derby homeowners, this is where the real savings begin.
With a smart charger, you can schedule charging during cheaper off-peak hours, making the most of energy tariffs that offer lower overnight rates. This means you can plug in as soon as you arrive home, but the charger will wait until electricity prices drop before it starts delivering power. Over a year, this can significantly reduce your running costs.
Smart chargers also allow you to monitor how much energy your EV is using and how much each charging session costs. This is particularly helpful for households comparing EV running costs with fuel prices or trying to keep track of monthly budgets.
Many models offer additional features such as:
- Load balancing to prevent your home electrics from being overloaded
- Remote start/stop when you’re away from home
- Energy usage notifications on your phone
- Integration with smart meters and time-of-use tariffs
- Solar optimisation, allowing you to use surplus solar energy for charging (if you have panels)
Whether your charger is installed on a driveway wall or inside a garage, smart features make everyday charging flexible, efficient, and tailored to your lifestyle.
If you’re new to EV ownership, we’ll guide you through the different smart features, help you choose the right model, and show you exactly how to use the app once your charger is installed.
Preparing Your Home for EV Charging
Before installing a home EV charger, it’s important to make sure your property’s electrical setup is suitable for the additional load. We take care of this as part of our service, carrying out a thorough assessment to ensure your home can support safe and reliable EV charging.
The first step is a load calculation, which helps us understand how much capacity your electrical system has available. Modern homes usually have enough headroom, but older properties or homes with extended electrics (hot tubs, electric showers, garden rooms, etc.) may need some adjustments. We check your current electrics carefully so you know exactly where you stand.
Your fuse board (consumer unit) plays a key role here. It must provide the right protection for an EV charger, including RCD/RCBO protection and, in many cases, surge protection. If your existing board doesn’t meet the required standards, we’ll explain your options clearly and can upgrade it if needed. This ensures your new charger operates safely and complies with the latest regulations.
For driveway or garage installations, we also assess the best route for cabling. This could involve running cable through walls, along fences, or through a garage or utility room. We always take the route that minimises disruption while keeping the installation neat and secure.
Safety is at the centre of every installation. We check earthing arrangements, assess bonding, and confirm that your charger will perform safely without putting unnecessary strain on your existing electrics.
If your home needs any upgrades before installation, we’ll outline everything clearly — no jargon, no pressure — ensuring your property is fully ready for a dependable EV charging setup.
Our Installation Process (Step by Step)
We’ve designed our installation process to be simple, transparent, and stress-free for homeowners. Whether we’re fitting your charger on a driveway wall or neatly inside a garage, you’ll always know exactly what to expect at each stage.
1. Pre-Install Survey
We begin with a short assessment of your home’s electrical setup. This can often be done remotely using photos, but we can also carry out an on-site survey if required. The aim is to understand your parking arrangement, cable routes and consumer unit condition so we can plan a safe and tidy installation.
2. On-Site Assessment
When we arrive on the day, we confirm the final mounting position with you and review the cable route. This is your chance to tell us where you prefer the charger to be placed, how you normally park, and whether you’d like the installation to be discreet or more accessible.
3. Installation Day
Once everything is agreed, we carry out the installation with great care. This typically involves drilling through one external wall, routing cabling to the consumer unit and securely mounting your charger. We work cleanly and methodically, keeping disruption to a minimum and ensuring your home is respected throughout.
4. Testing & Commissioning
After the charger is fitted, we test the system thoroughly. This includes verifying earthing arrangements, checking safety devices, confirming correct EV smart-app connectivity (if applicable) and running a live charging test. You’ll have complete confidence that everything is working safely before we leave.
5. Demonstration & Handover
We’ll walk you through how to use your charger, including plugging in, managing the cable, accessing smart-app features and scheduling off-peak charging. We want you to feel completely comfortable using your new charger from day one.
6. Aftercare & Ongoing Support
If you ever need help in the future — whether your charger isn’t responding, you change tariff, or you’d like additional EV charger safety checks — we’re always here. We also offer surveys and repairs for existing chargers, even if we didn’t install them.
Our goal is to make your home EV charging setup dependable, safe, and perfectly suited to your daily routine.
Pricing Guidance for Home EV Charger Installation
Every home is different, so the cost of installing a domestic EV charger can vary depending on your property layout, the distance between your consumer unit and the charger location, and whether any electrical upgrades are needed. We always provide clear, upfront pricing before any work begins.
For most straightforward driveway or garage installations in Derby, the EV installation price typically falls within a predictable range. This includes the charger unit, cabling, full installation, testing and a tidy finish. More complex installations — such as long cable runs, older electrics or additional safety components — may carry a slightly higher cost, but we’ll always explain these details clearly during the survey.
Factors that can influence the total cost include:
- The type of charger you choose (tethered or untethered)
- Whether you want smart app-controlled features
- The condition of your existing consumer unit
- The amount of drilling or cable routing required
- Whether surge protection or load management is needed
We don’t aim to be the cheapest installer — we focus on doing the job properly, safely and in line with current electrical regulations. A well-installed charger should last you many years, operate safely and integrate smoothly with your home electrics. Cutting corners at installation stage often leads to costly repairs later, so we prioritise long-term reliability and homeowner peace of mind.
If you’d like an accurate quotation, we can usually provide one quickly with just a few photos of your driveway or garage and your consumer unit. There’s no obligation and no pressure — just clear, honest advice.
Why Homeowners Across Derbyshire Choose Us
Home EV charging is something you want installed once, installed properly and installed safely. We take that responsibility seriously, which is why so many homeowners across Derby and Derbyshire choose us when upgrading to an electric vehicle.
As fully qualified electricians, we handle every part of the installation ourselves — from the initial load checks to routing the cabling, mounting the charger and commissioning it safely. You’re not dealing with a “fit and run” installer. You’re working with a team that understands your home’s full electrical system and knows how to integrate an EV charger without causing issues down the line.
We’re also part of the wider Derbyshire Specialists Group, which means we can offer something many installers can’t. If your survey highlights a problem — or if any work is needed to bring your electrics up to standard — we can put it right without you needing to find another contractor. From correcting wiring issues to making good any areas affected by the installation, we take care of everything from start to finish.
Homeowners choose us because we’re:
- Local, reliable and easy to contact
- Experienced with Derby’s mix of older and modern homes
- Careful with cable routing and placement
- Known for clean, tidy, respectful work
- Committed to long-term safety and proper electrical practices
- Transparent with pricing and advice
We treat your home as if it were our own, ensuring your EV charger looks neat, works perfectly and feels like a seamless part of your everyday routine.
Book Your Home EV Charger Installation
If you’re ready to make home charging part of your everyday routine, we’d be happy to help. Whether you’re switching to your first electric vehicle or upgrading your existing setup, we’ll guide you through the process and make sure your installation is safe, neat and tailored to your property.
We install home EV chargers across Derby and the surrounding areas, including Allestree, Mickleover, Chaddesden, Littleover, Spondon, Oakwood, Belper, Duffield and the wider Derbyshire region. If you’re unsure whether your home is suitable, we can assess everything for you and explain your options clearly.
Get in Touch
- Send us a few photos for a quick quotation
- Arrange a site visit if needed
- Ask any questions about charger types or smart features
We’re here to make the transition to electric driving simple, reliable and stress-free.
Get in touch today to book your home EV charger installation or request a no-obligation quote.
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