How to Prep Your Home for an EV
Thinking about getting an EV, like the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore, for your Danbury commute? While exciting, it’s important to prepare your home for an electric vehicle home charger. Ask anyone who owns an electric vehicle – charging batteries with a home charging station is much less of a hassle than having to find chargers along your route. Let’s explore how to prepare your home for an electric vehicle charging station.
Prepare Your Home for an Electric Vehicle Home Charger
The first step to prepare your home for an electric vehicle home charger is to ensure your electrical panel can handle a charging station. A licensed electrician can determine if an upgrade is needed based on your EV’s charging capacity and existing electrical load. This prep work prevents overloading issues down the road.
Install Your Electric Vehicle Charging Station
So, you’ve bought your first electric vehicle. Charging batteries will now be a large part of your routine, unless you install an electric vehicle charging station. Plug your car in overnight and you’re good to go for running errands all around New Milford. Here are some important things to know about home charging and how to prepare for it:
How to Prepare Your Home for an Electric Vehicle Charging Station
- Mounting location – Place it near an outlet with charging access to the vehicle.
- Charger type – We recommend a Level 2 for faster charging.
- Which electrician to hire – Choose a licensed professional.
Get Smart About Charging
- Invest in a “smart charger” to manage charging via an app.
- Schedule charging when electricity rates are lowest in the Trumbull area.
- Check for rebates on smart chargers and managed charging programs.
Understand Costs
- Estimate new utility costs based on battery size, mileage, and rates.
- Sign up for discounted EV charging plans from your power company.
Think Safety
- Have the charger installed by a licensed electrician.
- Keep flammables away from charging areas.
- Protect outdoor chargers from weather.
- Use signage to avoid tripping over cords.
Update Your Insurance
Contact your insurance agent to learn about coverage for your EV charger and related accidents. Your home insurance should cover any issues stemming from the charger and charging mishaps. Review your policy to ensure adequate protection.
Check Out Our Electric Inventory at Todd Maserati of Danbury
We’d be happy to help you navigate through all the aspects of owning an electric vehicle, charging batteries, and installing an electric charger in your home. In the meantime, feel free to check out our other helpful car buying tips. We’re just down the road from Stamford and would love to help you get behind the wheel of your next automobile, whether you would like to lease or buy it. So, stop in or give us a call today!
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