EV Charger Installation

Any charger. Any site. Fully turnkey.

We sell and install EV charging hardware from any manufacturer — and handle everything around it: site assessment, design, permitting, electrical, utility coordination, and the energy management that keeps it affordable after it's live.

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EVready-installed DC fast charger at a dealership

Why EVready

Vendor-neutral, and accountable for the whole thing

We don't sell one brand of charger — we recommend what fits your site, then own the project end to end.

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Any brand

ChargePoint, Blink, and others — we specify the hardware that fits your site and goals, not a sales quota.

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Truly turnkey

Assessment, design, permitting, electrical, and utility coordination — one team, one point of accountability.

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Built to scale

We size the electrical service and layout for what you'll need next, not just day one — so phase two isn't a teardown.

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Affordable after install

Energy Guardian manages the load so the utility bill doesn't undo the savings. Installation is only half the job.

Project estimator

Ballpark your charging project

A rough range to start the conversation — real numbers depend on your site, electrical service, and utility.

Charger type

Number of ports

Likely needs an electrical service upgrade

Estimated installed project cost

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hardware + typical installation

Est. Section 30C credit (30%)—

Estimated net after credit—

Rough planning ranges only — not a quote. Actual cost depends heavily on site conditions, trenching distance, existing electrical capacity, and local labor. Service upgrades and make-ready can add significantly. The Section 30C credit is 30% of eligible cost, capped per item and subject to location/eligibility — confirm with a tax professional. Get a real quote →

After the install

Installing the chargers is only half the equation.

The other half is the utility bill — and it's where charging projects quietly get expensive. Demand charges can be the single largest line item on a charging site's monthly statement.

30–50%

of the monthly utility bill came from demand charges on real EVready-managed sites

$680–$5,640+

estimated savings in a single 30-day period across two real sites

ChargePoint + Blink

managed on one platform — Energy Guardian is network-agnostic

Energy Guardian measures, manages, and monetizes your charging load so peak demand — and the bill behind it — stays under control.

See how Energy Guardian works → Estimated savings from two real EVready-managed dealership sites, 30-day periods. Actual results vary.

Before you budget

What actually drives EV charging project cost

Hardware is only one line item. These are the factors that determine whether your project runs $15,000 or $150,000.

Utility make-ready & service upgrade

If your site's electrical service can't support the new load, the utility must upgrade it — and that can cost $15,000–$60,000+, sometimes more. This is the line item that blindsides most organizations. Good news: utility make-ready programs in many states cover part or all of this cost.

Trenching & conduit run distance

The farther your chargers are from the electrical panel, the more conduit and trenching is required. A 50-foot run might cost $2,000. A 300-foot run through an asphalt parking lot can easily reach $15,000–$25,000. Siting chargers close to the panel is the single easiest way to control project cost.

Charger type & power level

Level 2 chargers (6–19 kW) run $4,000–$8,000 installed per port. DC fast chargers (50–350 kW) run $55,000–$140,000+ per unit — and their electrical requirements are in a different category. Mixing charger types to match actual use cases (overnight fleet charging vs. rapid customer turnaround) keeps the build cost right-sized.

Permitting & utility coordination timeline

Permitting timelines range from two weeks (simple commercial installs in cooperative jurisdictions) to four-plus months (utility interconnection studies, historic districts, complex sites). Utility coordination is often the longest pole in the tent. Starting that process early — before hardware is ordered — is where most schedule gains are found.

Panel & switchgear upgrades

Adding significant electrical load often requires upgrading the main panel, switchgear, or both. A panel upgrade alone can run $8,000–$25,000 depending on the service size and existing infrastructure. Load management software — like Energy Guardian — can sometimes defer or eliminate the need for a larger upgrade by managing when chargers draw power.

Demand charges after go-live

This one isn't a build cost — it's a monthly operating cost that most installers never mention. Demand charges (utility fees based on your peak power draw) can add $1,000–$10,000+ per month after chargers go live, depending on your tariff and load profile. Energy management is the difference between charging infrastructure that pays off and one that quietly bleeds your operating budget. Learn how demand charges work →

Ranges are ballparks for planning purposes. Actual costs depend on site conditions, utility territory, equipment selection, and applicable incentives. Book a strategy call for a site-specific estimate.

Where are you installing?

Every site is a little different

Installation works the same way everywhere — but the economics, incentives, and payback don't. Jump to your world for the numbers that matter to you.

How it works

From site visit to switched on

Assess

Site visit, electrical capacity check, and a plan sized for today and your next phase.

Design & permit

Hardware selection, layout, drawings, permitting, and utility coordination — handled.

Install

Certified electrical and charger installation, commissioned and tested.

Manage

Energy Guardian keeps demand — and the bill — under control after you're live.

Frequently asked

EV charger installation questions

How much does commercial EV charger installation cost?

Level 2 ports typically run $4,000–$8,000 each installed; DC fast chargers run $55,000–$140,000+ per unit. The most variable factor is electrical infrastructure — a panel or service upgrade, trenching, or utility make-ready can add $15,000–$60,000 or more. The federal Section 30C credit covers up to 30% of qualified costs, capped at $100,000 per charger. Use the project estimator above for a ballpark.

Does EVready install any brand of charger?

Yes. EVready is vendor-neutral — we sell and install hardware from any manufacturer, including ChargePoint and Blink. We specify the charger that fits your site, use case, and budget rather than pushing a single brand.

How long does an EV charging installation take?

Permitting and utility coordination are usually the longest part. Simple Level 2 installs in cooperative jurisdictions can be completed in a few weeks; projects that require utility interconnection studies or a service upgrade can take four or more months. Starting utility coordination early — before hardware is ordered — is where most schedule time is saved.

Will my site need an electrical service upgrade?

It depends on your existing electrical capacity and how much charging load you add. When capacity is tight, active load management like Energy Guardian can sometimes defer or eliminate the need for a larger upgrade by controlling when chargers draw power. EVready checks service capacity during the site assessment before any hardware is ordered.

What incentives are available for EV charger installation?

The primary federal incentive is the Section 30C credit — up to 30% of qualified costs, capped at $100,000 per charger. Many utilities also offer make-ready programs that cover part or all of the electrical infrastructure cost, and several states add per-port rebates. Public-sector buyers can access the value as a direct payment through the IRA's elective pay provision. EVready maps every applicable incentive during the strategy process.

What happens after the chargers are installed?

Installation is only half the job. After go-live, demand charges — utility fees based on your peak power draw — can add $1,000–$10,000+ per month depending on your tariff and load profile. EVready's Energy Guardian platform manages charging load to keep those peaks and the monthly bill under control for the life of the system. Learn how demand charges work →

Let's scope your install

Tell us about your site and we'll map the hardware, the work, and the incentives — no obligation.

Schedule a strategy call →