Electric Vehicle Chargers
EV Charger Installations
A recent trend in the automotive industry has been the shift away from gasoline-powered vehicles. Electric vehicles are becoming more popular, increasing the need for reliable and efficient charging solutions. If you're interested in purchasing an electric car and want to make use of a home charging station, speak with the experts at Austin Electric. We offer a variety of advanced charging systems, as well as professional EV charger installations and service. EV Chargers are also frequently bundled with a solar panel system to further lower energy costs and work towards achieving net zero emissions.
Residential
We offer a range of options to suit your needs. We can install Level 1 chargers, which use a standard 120-volt outlet and provide a slow but steady charge. The most common chargers installed are Level 2 chargers, which require a dedicated 240-volt circuit and provide a faster charge. We can help you choose the right charger for your needs and ensure that it is installed safely and properly.
Commercial
Leading business and employers provide access to EV charging at their workplaces. Installing EV chargers is becoming increasingly important as more and more employees and customers look to lower their emissions. We can help you design and install a commercial EV charging infrastructure that meets the needs of your business and your customers. We can install multiple charging stations, help you choose the right charging equipment, and ensure that your charging infrastructure is properly wired and configured to guarantee functionality.
Maintenance
In addition to installation services, we also offer maintenance and repair services for electric vehicle chargers. Whether you need routine maintenance to keep your chargers running smoothly or you need repairs to fix a problem, we have the knowledge and expertise to get the job done quickly and efficiently.
EV Charger Types
Level 1 Charger
This charger comes standard with most electric vehicles and is plugged into any normal three-prong outlet. While the Level 1 charger requires very little installation, it charges vehicle batteries very slowly. Level 1 EV chargers are best suited for overnight use, and can take 20 hours or more to fully charge your car’s battery.
Level 2 Charger
This more advanced EV charger requires its own dedicated 240-volt circuit, which needs to be professionally installed in your garage. Level 2 chargers work much faster, fully charging an EV in about three hours. A growing number of EV manufacturers are now including a Level 2 charger standard with each new car purchase.
Level 3 Charger
Most commonly found in commercial applications. It can add 160 miles of driving range to an EV’s batteries in about half an hour. However, they are significantly more expensive for EV owners. They also require an industrial-level power draw which makes them less available to homeowners.