A dedicated home charger is safer and faster than a standard powerpoint. Before you buy hardware, confirm your switchboard capacity, cable run and whether a smart charger (with load management) is needed for your street supply.
Checklist before install day
- Single-phase vs three-phase supply and available amps
- Switchboard space for a dedicated circuit and RCD protection
- Preferred charger location relative to parking and weather exposure
- Whether solar excess charging or off-peak scheduling matters to you
Smart vs simple
Simple wall chargers work well for many homes. Smart units help when you share capacity with a large AC system, want app scheduling, or plan to charge from solar surplus. We’ll recommend based on load, not brand hype.
Apartment and townhouse installs may need body-corporate approval and metering coordination — flag that early so we can scope correctly.
If you'd like tailored advice for your home or business in Melbourne or Victoria, our team is happy to help with a free quote and practical recommendations.