Charge Your Vehicle at Home Without Delay
EV Charger Installation in Bloomfield Hills for drivers who need faster overnight charging than standard outlets provide
Horizon Electric installs Level 2 electric vehicle chargers for homeowners who want the convenience of waking up to a fully charged vehicle. You plug in when you arrive home, and by morning your car is ready without planning trips to public charging stations. Most standard household outlets deliver power too slowly to fully recharge an electric vehicle overnight, especially if you drive frequently or cover longer distances during the day.
Installing a Level 2 charger requires a dedicated circuit that can handle the electrical load your vehicle draws while charging. Many homes need panel upgrades or new wiring runs from the electrical panel to the garage or driveway location where the charger mounts. The equipment itself connects to a 240-volt circuit, similar to what powers a clothes dryer or electric range, and delivers charging speeds several times faster than a standard 120-volt outlet.
If you drive an electric vehicle and want reliable home charging, reach out to discuss the electrical requirements for your specific charger model and installation location.
What Installing a Charger Changes in Your Garage
You will see a wall-mounted charging unit in your garage or on an exterior wall near your parking area, with a cable that reaches your vehicle's charging port. The charger connects to a new circuit breaker in your electrical panel, labeled and dedicated solely to vehicle charging. Depending on your home's existing electrical capacity, the installation may involve running new conduit and wiring from the panel to the charger location, especially if the distance exceeds standard wire runs or if the panel sits on the opposite side of the house.
After the installation, your vehicle charges at a rate determined by both the charger's output and your car's onboard charging capability. Most Level 2 chargers deliver between 25 and 40 miles of range per hour of charging, meaning a typical overnight session fully replenishes the battery. Horizon Electric ensures the circuit breaker sizing matches the charger specifications and that all connections meet National Electrical Code requirements for grounding and overcurrent protection.
The work does not include the cost of the charging unit itself, which you typically purchase separately based on your vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. Some chargers feature Wi-Fi connectivity for monitoring charging sessions through a smartphone app, while others operate as simple plug-and-charge units. Either type requires the same foundational electrical work to function safely.
Homeowners moving to electric vehicles often ask about the installation process, costs, and what their existing electrical system can support.
Questions About Adding Charging Capacity at Home
What determines whether my electrical panel can support a Level 2 charger?
The available amperage in your panel and the total load from other circuits determine whether you need a panel upgrade. If your panel is already near capacity or if it is an older model with limited breaker spaces, upgrading the panel may be necessary before adding the charger circuit.
How long does the installation typically take?
Most installations finish within four to six hours, depending on the distance between your panel and the charger location and whether any panel upgrades are needed. Running conduit through finished walls or across long distances adds time.
Why does a dedicated circuit matter for EV charging?
A dedicated circuit prevents the charger from sharing electrical capacity with other devices, which reduces the risk of breaker trips and ensures consistent charging speed. The circuit also isolates the high continuous load that EV charging creates from other household systems.
When should I schedule the installation relative to receiving my vehicle?
Scheduling the electrical work before or shortly after your vehicle arrives ensures you can start charging at home immediately. Ordering the charger unit early also prevents delays, as some models have longer lead times.
What happens if I want to relocate the charger later?
Relocating a hardwired charger requires moving the circuit endpoint and possibly running new conduit, which involves similar labor to the original installation. Plug-in chargers connected to NEMA outlets offer more flexibility for future moves but still require the outlet to be installed at the new location.
Horizon Electric works with homeowners throughout Bloomfield Hills to assess panel capacity, plan circuit routes, and complete installations that meet manufacturer specifications. If you are preparing for an electric vehicle delivery or want to upgrade your current charging setup, contact the team to schedule an evaluation of your electrical system.