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Residential EV Chargers in Olympia, WA

If you’re fortunate enough to own an electric vehicle, you know that you must have a residential EV charger. Or maybe you weren’t aware that you need a residential charging station and assumed it would be okay to use an outlet already existing in your garage. The latter isn’t very efficient, plus it can actually overwhelm your home’s electrical system, causing power surges. 

Residential EV charging stations are essential for all electrical vehicle owners, and our Olympia, WA electricians are the team to call for installation. Sunset Air offers unparalleled electric and solar-electric services throughout Olympia and the surrounding communities. Our staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and fully equipped to handle all your electrical service needs. 

For reliable residential EV charger services, look no further than Sunset Air. Contact us today!

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What Are EV Chargers?

Residential electric vehicle chargers are charging stations that can be installed right on your property, allowing you quick, safe, and efficient charging for your electric vehicle or plug-in hybrid vehicle. The charger draws an electrical current from either a 240v outlet, or the electrical grid that it is hardwired to, and delivers that energy to your vehicle. This process is similar to just about any other appliance or device you charge by plugging it into the wall, but much more effective than plugging your electric vehicle into any outlet available. 

Some car manufacturers do have a slightly different setup, which means that every charger won’t necessarily plug into every type of EV charging station, however, adaptors are available. This means that no matter what type of electric or hybrid vehicle you have, there are options available for you. 

Home Charging Speeds

One of the obstacles to electric vehicles, especially for homeowners who are trying to utilize a basic outlet in their garage, is that they can take a while to charge. Fortunately, with the options we have for electrical vehicle charging station installation, you can save a lot of time. 

A basic level 1 charger can plug into a standard 120-volt outlet, and it takes about 18 hours to charge the car. However, you are able to upgrade to a level 2 EV charger, and you can fully charge your vehicle in 3 hours! 

Residential EV Charger Installation

A residential charger installation benefits you in a number of ways. In addition to reducing your charge time, you’ll also have more convenience, with efficient mileage for your vehicle as well. You’ll no longer have to rely on finding a charging station as you drive through town or plan your day around the availability of city charging stations. 

The mileage range you can get with an electric vehicle can range depending on the car manufacturer. For instance, depending on the type of battery, a Tesla can travel between 260- 400 miles per full charge. 

How to Charge Your Electrical Vehicle

The best way to charge your electrical vehicle is with a resident EV charging station! It’s convenient, less expensive overall than relying on paid EV stations throughout the community, more predictable, better for your car battery, and it can attract tenants or home-buyers by effectively increasing your property value.