Residential · EV Charger

Level 2 EV Charger Installation

Charge at home overnight — safely, cleanly, and to BC Electrical Code. Our licensed electricians handle the load assessment, permit, install, and inspection from start to finish.

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Level 2 EV charger installed by Gubond Electrical in Greater Vancouver

Up to $350 in rebates available through BC Hydro.

Rebate amounts, funding availability, and eligibility requirements may change. Please verify current program details on the official rebate website.

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Is This You?

Signs You're Ready for a Level 2 Charger

If any of these sound familiar, a dedicated Level 2 install is the right next step.

You just bought (or are about to buy) an EV and standard wall-outlet charging is too slow.

You want a faster, dedicated circuit that charges overnight without tripping breakers.

You're not sure if your existing panel has enough capacity for a charger.

You need a permitted, code-compliant install for a home, suite, or strata unit.

Our Approach

The Installation Process

EV charger installation starts from $750 + GST

Electrical permit fees are additional and vary by city.

Final pricing depends on the installation method best suited to your home.

Panel not in the garage, or more than 10 ft from the charger location — additional charges apply.

1

Send Your Details

These details let us run a load calculation and provide a quote:

  • Installation address — confirms local permit requirements
  • Electrical panel photos — main panel, main breaker, sub-panels, and all circuit labels; make sure labels are legible
  • Charger installation location photos — intended charger spot and distance from the panel; clear shots help us assess routing accurately
  • Appliance list — heating type, electric stoves, hot tubs, A/C units and other high-demand appliances, etc.

Submit online → or by email / text — whatever works for you.

2

Free Load Assessment + Transparent Quote

Once we receive your photos:

  • We calculate your panel's actual capacity and available headroom
  • We recommend the method best suited to your home and situation View methods →
  • We provide an itemized transparent quote — no hidden fees, no unnecessary upselling

We typically reply within 24 hours.

3

Confirm Installation Plan

Once the quote is approved:

  • We finalize the installation plan and schedule
  • If any details need on-site verification (long cable runs, routing obstacles), we arrange a site visit and update the final quote if required
  • All your questions answered before we proceed
4

Permit + Scheduling

Once you confirm and pay a deposit:

  • We handle the electrical permit — no paperwork on your end
  • We book your installation and inspection dates
  • Final schedule confirmed with you in advance
5

Professional Install + Inspection

  • EV charger installed by our licensed team See our work →
  • Full testing and commissioning
  • Inspection passed — we coordinate everything with the inspector
  • Walkthrough so you know exactly how to use it

Once inspection passes, you're ready to charge. We'll also help you apply for the BC Hydro rebate (up to $350).

About Your Charger

We recommend you supply your own charger — we handle the installation. View BC Hydro eligible chargers →
If you need us to source one, options and pricing vary by model (discussed at quote time)

About Installation

Final cost depends on your home's specifics (distance, routing, complexity) — detailed in your quote
We choose the cleanest, most discreet cable route possible; if wall cutting is required, patching and painting is the homeowner's responsibility

BC Hydro Rebates

Up to $350 — Level 2 EV charger installation. Details →
$200 — Eligible EVEMS power management device. Details →
$250 — Smart Charger Bonus for eligible smart EV chargers enrolled in BC Hydro's Peak Saver program. Details →
Charger rebate: 50% of eligible costs (charger + installation + permit), up to $350. Full $350 when total ≥ $700.
Smart Charger Bonus: Additional $250 bill credit when you enroll an eligible smart charger in BC Hydro's Peak Saver program.
⚠ A bare outlet does not qualify — an eligible charger must be installed.
Installation Methods

How We'll Connect Your Charger

Every permitted install starts with a load calculation and panel check. Based on your home's capacity, we recommend the right approach — done safely and to BC Electrical Code.

When capacity allows

Direct Installation

When your load calculation confirms enough spare capacity, we run a clean, dedicated circuit straight to your charger — the most straightforward option, with no extra device needed.

Typical circuit: 30A – 50A · No additional equipment cost
Common

Smart Load Management (EVEMS)

Avoid a pricey service upgrade. A smart load-sharing device powers your charger from the spare capacity your home already has — full charging speed, far less cost than upgrading. The standard for most permitted installs.

e.g. DCC Load Management System Install, Black Box Electrical Load Management

Typical circuit: 40A – 50A · Equipment cost applies
BC Hydro offers a $200 rebate on eligible EVEMS devices — must be installed by a licensed contractor alongside a Level 2 charger. Check eligibility →
Budget-friendly

Interlock Solution

Your charger safely shares an existing heavy circuit (like the dryer), so no new capacity is needed. The only trade-off — you can't run both at the same time.

Typical circuit: 30A · Equipment cost applies
When needed

Service Upgrade

When your home truly needs more power — or you're planning other big additions like a heat pump, hot tub, or A/C — we upgrade your service. Doing it once now means you won't pay for a second upgrade later.

Learn about 200A service upgrade →
FAQ

Common Questions

Not necessarily. We do a load calculation first — many homes can support a Level 2 charger as-is. If your panel is near capacity, an EVEMS load-management device can often let you avoid a costly service upgrade. We assess your panel and recommend only what you actually need.

Level 1 uses a standard 120V outlet and adds about 4–10 km of range per hour. Level 2 uses a dedicated 240V circuit and adds 30–50 km per hour — most EV owners charge fully overnight with Level 2.

A standard residential EV charger installation typically takes 2–4 hours from start to finish — including panel work, running the circuit, mounting, and testing. Quality comes first — actual time depends on the specifics of each project.

Option What's installed BC Hydro rebate
Outlet only NEMA 240V outlet. You use your EV's included portable adapter. Lowest upfront cost. ✗ Not eligible
240V outlet installation example
Outlet + charger NEMA outlet + plug-in Level 2 charger wall-mounted. ✓ Up to $350
Outlet with plug-in charger installation example
Hardwired charger Level 2 charger wired directly to the panel — no outlet. Permanently installed. Some brands are hardwired-only. ✓ Up to $350
Hardwired charger installation example

Outlet types (for plug-in options):

  • NEMA 14-50 — 4-prong, the most common for EV chargers.
  • NEMA 6-50 — 3-prong, used by some portable adapters.
NEMA 14-50 and NEMA 6-50 outlet plug types for EV chargers
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778-302-7060
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Sat 9:00am–3:00pm · Sun Closed
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