Whether you have an electric vehicle or want to purchase one soon, there's a convenient way to ensure your car is fully charged for the day ahead from the comfort of your home. Mr. Electric of Round Rock has years of experience equipping homeowners with high-quality EV charging stations throughout Round Rock, TX, and the surrounding areas, including Cedar Park and Georgetown. As electric vehicles become more of the norm, their owners are putting at-home charging stations to good use.
What Is an EV Charger?
EV (electric vehicle) chargers allow you to recharge your electric vehicle from your home or commercial building if you choose to have one installed as a business owner. They deliver the power needed to recharge electric vehicles quickly and can include several features, including safety lock-out features. There are three levels or types of EV chargers:
- Level 1 Charger – These can be used in a three-prong outlet at home and come standard with most electric vehicles purchased today. While they don’t require professional installation, they can take up to 20 hours or more to reach a full charge, which might not be enough for someone who drives long distances regularly.
- Level 2 Charger – The licensed electricians at Mr. Electric have installed thousands of Level 2 chargers over the years. They require a dedicated 240-volt circuit, which we can set up correctly to ensure you can recharge your car from the comfort of your home in about three hours.
- Level 3 Charger – These chargers are installed near industrial and commercial buildings to be used by customers, employees, or visitors to fully recharge their vehicles in about 30 minutes. We can’t install them on residential properties because they have an industrial-level power draw.