What it is
A charge point is a high-demand, continuous load, so the installation has to be designed around your supply, earthing arrangement and existing circuits. We survey first, confirm the supply can support the charger, install it on its own circuit, and commission and certify it. Where a supply upgrade or network operator notification is needed, we'll explain the steps.
What's included
- Pre-installation survey
- Dedicated circuit and protection
- Commissioning
- EIC and Building Regulations notification
Not included
- Supply upgrades by the network operator
- Groundworks beyond the agreed scope
Who needs it
- Homeowners with off-street parking
- Businesses adding workplace charging
- Landlords and developers
What you'll receive
Electrical Installation Certificate and commissioning records.
How often
Once; periodic inspection thereafter.
What the rules say
Each point is labelled so you can tell what's law, what's a British Standard, and what's good practice or comes from your lease, licence or insurer.
- Legal requirementEngland
Notifiable work in homes (Part P)
In England, installing a new circuit, replacing a consumer unit, or adding to or altering circuits in a special location (near a bath, shower, pool or sauna) is notifiable. A registered competent person self-certifies the work and building control is notified within 30 days; otherwise it goes through building control.
Sources: Building Regulations reg 12 (opens external site): Building Regulations 2010, regulation 12 (notifiable electrical work); Building Regulations sch 4 (opens external site): Building Regulations 2010, schedule 4 (special locations); Approved Document P (opens external site): Approved Document P: electrical safety in dwellings
- Legal requirementGreat Britain
Smart charge point rules
Home and workplace chargers sold in Great Britain must meet the Electric Vehicles (Smart Charge Points) Regulations 2021, including smart functionality, default off-peak charging and a randomised delay.
Source: GOV.UK smart charge points (opens external site): Regulations: electric vehicle smart charge points
- Recommended practiceUnited Kingdom
Grants until 31 March 2027
Government chargepoint grants run for a final year to 31 March 2027, including up to £500 for renters and flat owners and per socket for residential landlords. The installer must be authorised by OZEV, so ask us before you apply.
Before your appointment
- Tell us where the car parks and where your consumer unit and meter are.
- Check whether your supply has a main fuse rating and earthing type we need to know (we can check on a survey).
If something's found
- If your supply or earthing needs work first, we explain and quote before installing.
- You receive an Electrical Installation Certificate and the work is notified under Part P.
What affects the price
- Cable route length
- Consumer unit capacity and any upgrade
- Earthing arrangement
- Charger model
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