CHASE ELECTRIC
EV Charger Installation in Southern Maine
Chase Electric installs Level 2 home EV chargers across Southern Maine. Whether you have a Tesla, a Rivian, a Ford Lightning, a Chevy Bolt, or anything else, we can install the right charger for your car and your panel. Most installs are done in a single visit, and we handle the permit, the wiring, and the inspection.
The Tesla Wall Connector is one of the most common chargers we install in Southern Maine. It charges any Tesla at up to 48 amps (about 44 miles of range per hour) over a wired Tesla connector, and with the included J1772 adapter it works on non-Tesla EVs as well. We hardwire the Wall Connector to a dedicated 60 amp circuit, mount it where you want it (garage wall, exterior wall, or post-mount), and commission it on your home Wi-Fi for the Tesla app. Multi-charger installs with load sharing are supported if you have two Teslas or are planning ahead.
Tesla Wall Connector Installation
Level 2 vs. Level 1 Charging
Every EV comes with a Level 1 charger that plugs into a standard wall outlet. It works, but it adds maybe four miles of range per hour, which means you cannot fully recharge a discharged battery overnight. A Level 2 charger runs on a 240-volt circuit (the same kind of circuit as your dryer or range) and adds 25 to 44 miles of range per hour depending on the amperage. With a Level 2 charger you can fully recharge any current EV overnight, even from a near-empty battery.
Level 2 Charger Installation Cost
Most Level 2 charger installs in Southern Maine fall between $800 and $2,200. The price depends on the distance from your panel to where you want the charger, whether the install is hardwired or a NEMA 14-50 outlet, and whether any breaker space or service capacity work is needed. The charger itself (Tesla Wall Connector, ChargePoint Home Flex, Wallbox Pulsar Plus, etc.) is a separate cost ranging from $400 to $750. Long wire runs through finished walls or to detached garages cost more. We give a fixed quote after a quick site visit.
Hardwired or Plug-In (NEMA 14-50)
Both work. A hardwired install is cleaner, allows for higher amperage on most chargers (which means faster charging), and is required if you want to run more than 40 amps continuous. A NEMA 14-50 outlet installation is more flexible if you might move the charger or take it with you when you move. We will walk through your specific car, your charger, and your future plans and recommend the right setup.
Do You Need a Panel Upgrade First?
Sometimes. If your home has a 100 amp service and you already have central AC, an electric dryer, an electric range, and a heat pump, adding a 50 amp EV charger may push you over your service capacity. We do a load calculation before we install, and if a panel upgrade is needed first, we can do both as one project. Many of our EV charger customers end up doing a panel upgrade at the same time, which makes future additions (a second EV, solar, batteries) easier.
Efficiency Maine periodically runs rebate programs for residential Level 2 charger installations. The rebate amount, eligibility, and approved charger list change, so we check the current program during your quote. Income-eligible homeowners often qualify for larger rebates than the standard program.
Maine EV Charger Rebates
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does an EV charger install take?
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Most installs are done in three to five hours on site. The full project including permit and inspection is usually one to two weeks.
Can you install a Tesla Wall Connector for my Tesla?
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Yes. The Tesla Wall Connector is one of the most common chargers we install in Southern Maine. We hardwire it to a dedicated circuit, mount it where you want it, and commission it on your home Wi-Fi.
Can you install two chargers for a two-EV household?
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Yes. Two-charger installs are common. Depending on your panel capacity we may install them on a load-sharing setup so they coordinate amperage automatically, or as two fully independent circuits if your service can support it.
What's the difference between a NEMA 14-50 outlet and a hardwired charger?
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A NEMA 14-50 outlet is a plug. The charger plugs into it. That setup tops out at 40 amps continuous charging. A hardwired charger has its wiring connected directly to the breaker, no plug, which allows up to 48 amps continuous on most current chargers. Faster charging, cleaner install, slightly less flexible.
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