Residential EV Chargers
Electric Vehicles Are Growing In Demand & Popularity Every Day!
Charging infrastructure is being deployed for convenience of EV owners across the province. Even with the increased infrastructure, having an electric vehicle charger in your home and/or business is more than just a convenience. Waiting at public charging banks is
In a perfect world, charging your vehicle overnight in your home or during the day while at work is the best. EVs like to be charged as much as possible, and batteries in an EV don’t like being taken down to low levels. To protect the battery life in your EV having convenient charging is critical.
In Canada most new EVs utilize a J-Plug (Type 1) for Level-1 and Level-2 charging. J1772 (Type 1) (Diagram attached). This keeps charging basically universal across the country.
Level 1
This is the charger that is typically supplied with your EV. This charger plugs into a regular household AC 120-Volt outlet. Many people call this charger the trickle charger because you get very limited range from using it.
Depending on your make and model of vehicle, a Level-1 charger will get you between 3 and 8 KM range per hour of charge.
Level 1
This is the charger that is typically supplied with your EV. This charger plugs into a regular household AC 120-Volt outlet. Many people call this charger the trickle charger because you get very limited range from using it.
Depending on your make and model of vehicle, a Level-1 charger will get you between 3 and 8 KM range per hour of charge.
Level 2
This is the most used AC fast charger. This is also the type of charger you would typically see in a public use setting. They range in style and power draw but are always powered by 208-Volt or 240-Volt. Some EV manufacturers supply a Level-2 charger with the vehicle, and you only need an electrician to install a NEMA 14-50 Receptacle to plug it in. Otherwise, Raymond Electrical supplies many styles of hardwired or plug-in level-2 chargers.
Range from these chargers can be 16-97 KM per hour of charge depending on the charger and make and model of the vehicle.
Level 3
DC Fast charger. (Super charger) Typically not available for residential installation.
These are a high-power high-speed type of charger. These charging stations are far less common. There are less then a dozen in the lower mainland that are public use at this time.
Level 3
DC Fast charger. (Super charger) Typically not available for residential installation. These are a high-power high-speed type of charger. These charging stations are far less common. There are less then a dozen in the lower mainland that are public use at this time.
EVEMS/ LOAD SHARE – EV CHARGING EQUIPMENT
A common problem new EV owners face in the lower mainland when they get their new EV home. The panel in their home isn’t sized to allow for a level-2 EV charger.
At RE we offer our customers a range of solutions for this problem. Service upgrades aren’t always feasible or within budget limitations.
I’ve spoken with several customers personally who were surprised with disappointment when they brought home their new EV and found out their existing BC Hydro service and panel doesn’t have enough power for a level-2 EV charger.
Yes, we can quote a service upgrade for these customers, but are there other solutions available?
EVEMS (Electric vehicle energy management system) are now written into the Canadian Electrical Code. This may allow some customers the ability to add their EV chargers without a service upgrade. We have installed these recently for several customers facing the problem described above. It is more cost effective then a service upgrade, and not considered a major alteration.
Option 1 available from Raymond Electrical – DCC brand EVEMS All models of RVE products | RVE Link to the products page for reference.
Option 2 available for Raymond Electrical – DIVVEE40 Our Product – Loadshare Technologies Link to product page for reference.
EV Energy Management Systems
The Canadian Electrical Code is not written favourably for EV’s. Jurisdictions supplying electrical permits require an Electrical service demand load calculation to ensure that the customers main panel isn’t overdrawn.
Panel and BC Hydro service upgrades can cost $10,000 or more and sometimes service upgrades aren’t available at all for homeowners in multi-home stratas complexes. EVEMS become the only option available for these homeowners who want a level 2 charger in their home. We work with stratas and jurisdictions to design an EV charger with EVEMS that is code compliant and cost effective for the customer.
Townhouses of any age in BC typically won’t have enough power for a level-2 EV charger in the garage. Additionally, there must be considerations for the feeders supplying the townhouse complex. Strata and jurisdictional regulations are complex. Let us navigate this for you. We will deal directly with the strata and city to find the compliant solution that fits your budget.
EV Quotes & Installations
Hassle free remote quotes for EV chargers. Just send us panel photos and details about the location of the proposed charger. We can get you a quote within 48 hours. Or book a free in-person consultation. (Commercial EV chargers typically require an in-person consultation).
Primary Brands We Sell
Chargepoint – EVSE | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations | ChargePoint
Flo EV Charging Stations For The US And Canada | FLO
EV Charger Rebate Programs
We keep current on all available EV charger rebates for our customers. There are several different rebate programs available for installing EV chargers in your home or business. When Raymond Electrical installs an EV charger for a customer, we make sure they have all the documents they need to apply for any relevant rebates. Ask a professional at Raymond Electrical if there are any rebates that could apply to you for installation of a new EV in your home or business.
BC Hydro EV Charger Rebate Program for Workplaces
Thinking about installing EV chargers at your place of business? Let us help you get the BC Hydro rebates. Workplace owners could receive a 50% rebate of costs up to $2000.00 per charger, and $14,000.00 per place of business. This funding won’t last forever. Call us now to begin the consultation process.
BC Hydro EV Charger Rebate Program for Workplaces – EV charger rebate program for workplaces | Electric Vehicles | BC Hydro
ZEVIP – Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program
Funding may be available from the federal government for EV chargers in your organization. Delivery organizations, Indigenous Organizations, or Strata organization. Speak to an expert at Raymond Electrical today. Funding has been extended until 2027. Up to 50% of costs may be covered.
RESOURCES
- Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (canada.ca)
- EV charger rebate program for workplaces | Electric Vehicles | BC Hydro
- EVSE | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations | ChargePoint
- EV Charging Stations For The US And Canada | FLO
- All models of RVE products | RVE
- Our Product – Loadshare Technologies
Areas we service
Maple Ridge, Haney, Hammond, Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam, Port Moody, Tri-Cities, Pitt Meadows, Abbotsford, Mission, Langley, Walnut Grove, Surrey, Delta, New Westminster, Vancouver, City of North Vancouver, District of North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby
Get A Free Estimate
We’d love to hear from you!
Send us a message about how you'd like us to help with your energy requirements and we will get back to you.