Electric Vehicle Charging in Dorchester, Bournemouth and the Surrounding Areas
The rise of electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK has led to a growing demand for accessible and efficient charging solutions. Installing electric vehicle charging points at home or work provides numerous benefits, ranging from convenience to cost savings. This is now one of our most popular electrical services for property owners throughout Dorchester, Bournemouth and the surrounding areas we cover.
If you’re considering purchasing an EV or already have one, please get in touch with the team at Andy Godfrey Electricians to discuss which electric car charger will best suit your requirements. Examples of the types we supply and fit are available on our website gallery.
EV Charging Points at Home
Convenience: Home EV chargers allow you to charge your electric car overnight or whenever it’s not in use, eliminating the need to visit public charging stations
Environmental Benefits: Charging your EV at home, particularly with renewable energy sources like solar panels, reduces your carbon footprint and supports sustainability
Cost Savings: Charging at home is typically cheaper than public charging stations, especially if you have an electricity tariff that offers lower rates during off-peak hours
Increased Property Value: A home EV charger can enhance property value, making it more attractive to potential buyers who own or plan to own an electric vehicle
Electric Car Chargers at Work
Employee Satisfaction: Providing EV charging points at work can be a significant perk for employees, enhancing job satisfaction and convenience
Corporate Social Responsibility: Offering electric vehicle charging points can demonstrate your duty to environmental sustainability and social responsibility
Operational Efficiency: Employees with access to charging points can avoid time-consuming detours to public charging stations, increasing productivity
Cost Efficiency: It’s possible to avail of grants and incentives to install workplace charging stations, reducing initial investment costsConvenience: Home EV chargers allow you to charge your electric car overnight or whenever it’s not in use, eliminating the need to visit public charging stations
Electric Vehicle Charging Options
There are various EV charging solutions categorised by power output and charging speed. Andy Godfrey Electricians supplies and installs both slow and fast chargers for home and business owners in Dorchester, Bournemouth, and the surrounding areas.
Per BS7671 Wiring Regulations, your new electric vehicle charging point must have a dedicated circuit, with the installation thoroughly tested by our NICEIC-accredited electricians.
Slow Chargers (3-6kW)
These home EV chargers operate on a standard 230V single-phase power supply. Depending on the size of your vehicle’s battery, a full charge can take between 6 and 12 hours, so they are ideal for overnight charging at home.
Fast Chargers (7-22 kW)
Our fast electric car chargers are much more powerful and can be installed at properties in Dorchester or Bournemouth using a single-phase or three-phase power supply. At 7kW, a full charge will take approximately 3-4 hours. At 22kW, the time is reduced to 1-2 hours.
Can I Charge My Car Using a Standard Plug?
Yes, you can, but doing so should only be reserved for emergencies or occasional use. Our electric vehicle charging systems communicate with your car, whereas a non-conventional method won’t. Also, intelligent systems allow charging at cheaper energy times and can be controlled via an app. Needless to say, using a standard plug to charge your car will take considerable time.
A dedicated EV charging system, supplied and fitted by Andy Godfrey Electricians, offers a faster, safer, and more convenient way of charging your car.