Good video. One minor point that is not that important, but the communication cable you mention at 13:39 is to enable the charger (the EVSE box you are installing) to communicate to the car and negotiate the max charging current. Depending on the circuit you install that charger (EVSE) on, it can provide between 16 and 50 amps, but it has to be able to communicate that limit to the charger build in to the car so that it limits the current appropriately.
Great video! As a 3rd year apprentice I really learn a lot watching guys like you with years of experience. I have so much to learn! The best part of your channel, and what makes yours unique, is that your one of the only electricans where we can watch you work, start to finish; you also explain things as you go, which is wonderful.
Yea man, suck all that knowledge in from the older more experienced electricians. Best way to learn imo. That's how I was taught, 21 years later still learning new stuff
Love your work, Ron. I just recently installed one of these same units. I liked the crimps on the charger cable side so I purchased a hexagonal crimper and put ferrules on the supply side. Given the snap down connectors, it really made a nice electrical connection with no deforming of the #6 conductors and #8 ground.
Few years back i did bunch of ev chargers for Carvana locations and they got us these same chargers from charge point. I loved them, super simple hook ups and very fun to do. Keep up great work ron. Dont stop making videos 😅
If that car charger draws 48 amps then by code he needed a two-pole 60 amp circuit breaker. He was not allowed to use the two-pole 50 if that charger draws 48 amps
@@theseattlegreen1871 obviously this is an old comment, but yeah I was wondering the same thing - my understanding (i've got this charger on order and will be installing it or having it installed shortly) from the research is that the device allows you to set the ampacity delivered based on your installed circuit, so it is "okay" to install it with a 50 amp breaker, but the user should not set the ampacity on the charger to the 48a setting and should stay at 40a/9.6kwh. The charger will even allow a 30amp setting if that's alll your wiring is for. So, IMO, a 60 amp non-GFCI breaker on 6 awg seems like the way to go to enable the maximal charging output to a vehicle. Technically, you can even set it to a full 50 amps to get that 12kwh speed, but htat requires a 70/80 amp breaker and associated wiring.
I love the detail and quality of your electrical work. One thing I did not see is how you waterproofed the hole through the siding. From the video, it seems like water is free to run down between the PVC mounting plate, and between the charger base and that PVC. That all needs to be sealed to prevent damage to that wall.
Some constructive criticism, You should outline your stand out box to the vinyl siding strategically and use a 4" grinder to cut the siding to the structure's sheathing making that piece of pvc stand out plate flush with the siding. It makes for a more professional finish and takes an extra 20 minutes of work. It also allows you to caulk the seal to the structure.
Very nice/safe installation; good job. I’d say, if the siding were wood, rather than vinyl, I would cut the siding off and mount charger flush with the plywood sheathing. Of course, all the newly exposed wood would need to be well sealed against moisture intrusion. On mine, I painted all those surfaces and sealed edges with silicone. I just think it looks a bit funny to have a flat board sitting atop the zig-zag siding. Anyhow, great video!
Another excellent vide Ron...If you ever want a helping 2nd hand give some notice, I'd love to come over and spend a day to chat, and pick your brain awhile...😃😉😎
great video RON as always you help me to improve on my work like the pvc board that you use to mount the device too great tip make for clean job ill be using that for sure be safe keep sharing videos
Nice work! I really like the content you're putting out. I wish you worked in Jacksonville, FL, I would hire you to upgrade my service. I live in a condo, and my panel has no Main! I couldn't believe it, and that discouraged me from taking on a lot of achievable homeownery projects. love that you are thorough and thoughtful about the work you do. That is a great quality in a contractor and a person. I look forward to the next video. Cheers!
You always do really nice work from what I've seen. Just wanted to say though. That 30 space panel will actually provide 40 circuits with the use of tandem breakers on both sides of the bottom 5 lugs of the buss. That was the norm before the induction of arc fault breakers to the code. You see back when that panel was installed the code limited the amount of circuits to only 42. Then when arc faults came out and were being required on more and more locations in a house and nullifing the tandem breakers we were running out of spaces, especially in larger homes. The code committee finally addressed the problem and revised the code lifting the limit. Also, use to be tandems would on fit on the bottom 5 spaces of the buss but now they're making universal tandems that will fit on any space on the buss. 😎
Great video, awesome job! I do a lot of these also and charge point has a great EV charger, just curious, why not use EMT rather than PVC? What size is that EGC?
The Chargepoint has a built in GCFI. They say in their online documentation to NOT install with GCFI on the outlet if you use an outlet as that can cause charging issues. So on mine, which is just using a 220v 50a outlet, I did it without a GCFI outlet as didn't need the drama. Had no issues so far. But also in AZ, where water is rare.
@@cengeb main point of gfci is for water as a concern in regards to location of outlets etc. the kid got zapped cause it wasnt grounded properly, they still would want an AC grounded properly. outdoor AC units are usually hardwired... kinda lost with your point ?
Very clean job. Thanks. P.S. Mr.Ron. When you have time, would you kindly show me how to extend #6, bare copper from the active panel to the Ground Rod? Because the #6 bare copper was installed previously shot. Many thanks.
Yes. The 80 amp figure has to be rated at 125%. This an NEC requirement. So, 80A x 125% is 100 amps. Make sure whoever you hire to do they understand that. #3 AWG Copper and a 100 amp double-pole circuit breaker. Good luck. Btw, my mom lives in Carolina Shores, NC. Just over the state border.
That Chargepoint is up to 48amp when hardwired. Any reason you didn't go with a 60amp breaker and instead I'm assuming set the chargepoint to 40amp only?
Great job on the installation. Question regarding GFCI protection, I understand that unit is hard wired but is it not an outdoor outlet that would still require protection? Example is the condenser now and of course receptacles.
I think the charger would have looked best mounted directly on the siding instead of the white Plastic Square mounting block. Simply because the car chargers color and the house color matches.
Are you concerned about moisture getting in through that hole? I'm about to to do this same install at home. I've seen a putty product that the last electrician used. Also, I'm using cable, not wire in conduit. Should I be using some kind of grommet to guide the cable through the plywood?
I need to run my wire from panel on outside back into the crawlspace on over to the driveway opositnof the house, crawls space isndry over the summer butncan damp during rain, what brand type of wire and conduit shud be used for a 8/3 gauge pull? Have the same.chargpoint.but will only be charging at 32amp.witb a 40amp breaker
What can I do with an extra 60 amp circuit in a garage? Replacing a water heater with a Tankless. 3-40 amp circuits were already pulled for the Tankless.
Are those PVC joints glued inside? (Is it necessary?) SimPULL is a trademark of Southwire. CerroWire calls it SLiPWire. It's a coating on the conductor insulation. Before that you used to have to use wire-pulling lube. Ha ha
Hi Ron. Just subscribed to your channel, great work. I love watching pro do the right work correctly. Thank you for that. In your videos you mentioned that it easier to work with single wires vs one all in wire. My question is. I am going to have a NEMA plug done in my house , here in NJ. Can we run 2 hot wires at 6 gauge , neutral 8 gauge and ground 10 gauge? Cant seem to find any code info on that. Thank you
Now can you access this charger on the side , top or bottom with 3/4 pvc in a surface application ? Nice install . I would think in the not to distant future you maybe doing these fulltime .
@@Ampacityelectric To me that still says you can't use this charger for a surface conduit installation . The single bottom ko is used for the cord so the only other ko is in the back . That limits installs . You may not have the ability to enter from the back of the charger . For example if the only way to provide the circuit is the exterior of a building . It's fine to come in through the bottom and not sure why they don't provide 2 entry points in the bottom . Is it possible to drill out or ko punch another hole.? I also did not see a strain relief on the cord to hold it to the charger .
Hmmm, I thought that it was a WiFi hard wire connection to the receiver, when it is too far for the bluetooth to work. Also, it was my understanding that the charger communicates to the car through the wires in the connector cable? I say that because that is the way Charge Point's public chargers work, as well as Electrify America. I could be wrong.
I have a question for you if a may , I want to connect a car charger in my garage, I already have a dedicated 240 v line with the plug right were I wanted, but the line coming out of the breaker panel have two black conductors and one bare metal conductor. Can I install this to a Nema 14-50? Thank you.
Ron, I want to do an outdoor installation, but my panel is all the way on other side of house in the basement. I’m guessing conduit line would be around 75 ft. No garage. Is that gonna be a nightmare? Im clueless so, any info would help.
@@easternyellowjacket276 # 10 AWG is good for up to 60 amps. However, if you’ve used larger conductors than #6 for voltage drop concerns you’ll need to install a larger equipment grounding conductor.
Good video Ron. A question you used #6 for your 2 hots and #10 for your ground, since I am still learning how did you come about using #10 for ground, is there some calculation you would have used. Could you have used #8 ? Looking forward to your response.
How much did this install cost (to the customer)? I just bought my first ev and I'm looking to get an outlet to plug my (included with car) nema 14-50 40 amp 250v portable cable into or a charging station like this installed. I'm sure pricing is different between new jersey and Texas (where I live), but I figured maybe I could get a ballpark estimate. My electricity at home is about 1/7 the price of public charging so it'd be nice to do it at home when possible.
Pricing can be complicated because each installation is different. This install was $1500 and the customer had the charger on hand prior to to the installation. It all depends on how far away from the main breaker panel the charger will be mounted. Also, I highly suggest this Chargepoint EVSE because it is able to be hardwired. The NEMA-1450 receptacle could become problematic because of the high-current draw. Hope this helps!
I was quoted $1550 for hardwire installation for this charger like 2ft away from my panel and that price doesn't include the charger. I just want it right next to the panel and don't even need to go through walls. Is that high, normal, or low? I feel like its a bit too steep. I have a spare slot for the 240V double pole breaker so no panel upgrade needed.
I have the ChargePoint homeflex and the wifi on it broke after five months. They are sending me a replacement which you have to replace yourself or find a pro to do it for you.
@@electricianron_New_JerseyThat's why God invented AC. My folks still live in Toms River. Oh did I mention no state income tax, and NO DMV inspections!!!
Permit requirements vary based on where you are. That said, I do believe most places require a permit for this kind of electrical work. Most places though just require that the work is done to code and passes inspection, they do allow for the homeowner to do it as long as you can meet code.
I dont like wiring exposed Id find a box for it all to go into with a lock..kids etc play with stuff.. get a smallvinyl box cut downto fit cable in out of sight out of mind..
Good video. One minor point that is not that important, but the communication cable you mention at 13:39 is to enable the charger (the EVSE box you are installing) to communicate to the car and negotiate the max charging current. Depending on the circuit you install that charger (EVSE) on, it can provide between 16 and 50 amps, but it has to be able to communicate that limit to the charger build in to the car so that it limits the current appropriately.
Great video! As a 3rd year apprentice I really learn a lot watching guys like you with years of experience. I have so much to learn! The best part of your channel, and what makes yours unique, is that your one of the only electricans where we can watch you work, start to finish; you also explain things as you go, which is wonderful.
Great to hear!
Yea man, suck all that knowledge in from the older more experienced electricians. Best way to learn imo. That's how I was taught, 21 years later still learning new stuff
Love your work, Ron. I just recently installed one of these same units. I liked the crimps on the charger cable side so I purchased a hexagonal crimper and put ferrules on the supply side. Given the snap down connectors, it really made a nice electrical connection with no deforming of the #6 conductors and #8 ground.
Good tip Brian!
Few years back i did bunch of ev chargers for Carvana locations and they got us these same chargers from charge point. I loved them, super simple hook ups and very fun to do. Keep up great work ron. Dont stop making videos 😅
Those built-in lever nuts!
Why didn't you swap out to a 60 amp breaker to get the full 48 amp 11.5kw of power?
If that car charger draws 48 amps then by code he needed a two-pole 60 amp circuit breaker. He was not allowed to use the two-pole 50 if that charger draws 48 amps
Yeah 48 amp to 60 double pole
@@theseattlegreen1871 obviously this is an old comment, but yeah I was wondering the same thing - my understanding (i've got this charger on order and will be installing it or having it installed shortly) from the research is that the device allows you to set the ampacity delivered based on your installed circuit, so it is "okay" to install it with a 50 amp breaker, but the user should not set the ampacity on the charger to the 48a setting and should stay at 40a/9.6kwh. The charger will even allow a 30amp setting if that's alll your wiring is for. So, IMO, a 60 amp non-GFCI breaker on 6 awg seems like the way to go to enable the maximal charging output to a vehicle. Technically, you can even set it to a full 50 amps to get that 12kwh speed, but htat requires a 70/80 amp breaker and associated wiring.
Looking great, thanks for sharing Ron! ⚡
Thanks for noticing!
Nice job as always ron I like that it's hardwired and outside of the garage. I've seen too many horror stories of plugins inside the garage
Great work and instructions! You could use a higher ladder so you're not on the top step.
I love the detail and quality of your electrical work.
One thing I did not see is how you waterproofed the hole through the siding. From the video, it seems like water is free to run down between the PVC mounting plate, and between the charger base and that PVC. That all needs to be sealed to prevent damage to that wall.
Duct seal behind the mounting plate.
@@electricianron_New_Jersey thanks. Thats Important info.
Great work as a homeowner you give me courage to do things on my own, as usual great tutorial
I’m glad I could help.
nice job.. router the mounting bracket along the edges to give it a great finish
Some constructive criticism, You should outline your stand out box to the vinyl siding strategically and use a 4" grinder to cut the siding to the structure's sheathing making that piece of pvc stand out plate flush with the siding. It makes for a more professional finish and takes an extra 20 minutes of work. It also allows you to caulk the seal to the structure.
That’s ridiculous. A siding guy might do that but that’s not what I do. That invites water to get behind the plate and introduce mold.
It looks better as is, without cutting the siding:)
Ron, fantastic video! Thanks for sharing.
Can’t wait to see! I just installed one of those yesterday.
Hope you enjoy it!
Hey Ron, I went ahead and got my G-Shock 5522, thanks makes a perfect work watch!
Awesome! I've broken two iWatches at work so no more iWatch at work. The G-Shock has last for almost 3 years now. I love this watch too!
You give great narration of the work you do.
@@felixdiazjr3537 thank you very much!
Very nice/safe installation; good job. I’d say, if the siding were wood, rather than vinyl, I would cut the siding off and mount charger flush with the plywood sheathing. Of course, all the newly exposed wood would need to be well sealed against moisture intrusion. On mine, I painted all those surfaces and sealed edges with silicone. I just think it looks a bit funny to have a flat board sitting atop the zig-zag siding. Anyhow, great video!
except when he was standing on the top of the ladder. I know the ladders we have here say do not use this for a step.
Another excellent vide Ron...If you ever want a helping 2nd hand give some notice, I'd love to come over and spend a day to chat, and pick your brain awhile...😃😉😎
Another awesome video Ron! That charger seems easy to install and understand. Definitely 10/10 compared to the ones I’ve done/seen
Right on!
great video RON as always you help me to improve on my work like the pvc board that you use to mount the device too great tip make for clean job ill be using that for sure be safe keep sharing videos
Good information. Guy knows his stuff.
Nice work! I really like the content you're putting out. I wish you worked in Jacksonville, FL, I would hire you to upgrade my service. I live in a condo, and my panel has no Main! I couldn't believe it, and that discouraged me from taking on a lot of achievable homeownery projects. love that you are thorough and thoughtful about the work you do. That is a great quality in a contractor and a person. I look forward to the next video. Cheers!
You always do really nice work from what I've seen. Just wanted to say though. That 30 space panel will actually provide 40 circuits with the use of tandem breakers on both sides of the bottom 5 lugs of the buss. That was the norm before the induction of arc fault breakers to the code. You see back when that panel was installed the code limited the amount of circuits to only 42. Then when arc faults came out and were being required on more and more locations in a house and nullifing the tandem breakers we were running out of spaces, especially in larger homes. The code committee finally addressed the problem and revised the code lifting the limit. Also, use to be tandems would on fit on the bottom 5 spaces of the buss but now they're making universal tandems that will fit on any space on the buss. 😎
Nice video, thanks. Do you prefer or recommend outdoor installations over inside the garage?
Great video, awesome job! I do a lot of these also and charge point has a great EV charger, just curious, why not use EMT rather than PVC? What size is that EGC?
Awesome job. I’m thinking in those same lines for my EV charging.
How much did you charge for the job, labour + materials?
Great Video. Good Job. Nice Work. Thank you for sharing
The Chargepoint has a built in GCFI. They say in their online documentation to NOT install with GCFI on the outlet if you use an outlet as that can cause charging issues. So on mine, which is just using a 220v 50a outlet, I did it without a GCFI outlet as didn't need the drama. Had no issues so far. But also in AZ, where water is rare.
@@cengeb main point of gfci is for water as a concern in regards to location of outlets etc. the kid got zapped cause it wasnt grounded properly, they still would want an AC grounded properly. outdoor AC units are usually hardwired... kinda lost with your point ?
Hi Ron, in California used PVC under ground not exposed.
Another great video IMO! Can't wait for the next video! 😊
More to come!
Very clean job.
Thanks.
P.S. Mr.Ron.
When you have time, would you kindly show me how to extend #6, bare copper from the active panel to the Ground Rod?
Because the #6 bare copper was installed previously shot.
Many thanks.
@@Ampacityelectric what is the best way to reinstall bare copper without interrupted service?
Thanks.
@@Ampacityelectric Thank you so much.
Great info.
I wish you were in Myrtle Beach SC.
We are looking for a level 2 ford charger to be installed.
Says 3 guage copper wire.
220v 80 amp
Yes. The 80 amp figure has to be rated at 125%. This an NEC requirement. So, 80A x 125% is 100 amps. Make sure whoever you hire to do they understand that. #3 AWG Copper and a 100 amp double-pole circuit breaker. Good luck. Btw, my mom lives in Carolina Shores, NC. Just over the state border.
That Chargepoint is up to 48amp when hardwired. Any reason you didn't go with a 60amp breaker and instead I'm assuming set the chargepoint to 40amp only?
My question as well. Owner could mistakenly have configured the charger for 48A without knowing the required 60A breaker wasn't installed.
Nice charger... sleeeeeek and with a pivoting dock.
RON Nice and Clean Work.
Great job on the installation. Question regarding GFCI protection, I understand that unit is hard wired but is it not an outdoor outlet that would still require protection? Example is the condenser now and of course receptacles.
Most chargers have a built in GFI to protect the circuit
Great video ! What is that pvc heater ? Could you make a short about it ? Thanks!
I think the charger would have looked best mounted directly on the siding instead of the white Plastic Square mounting block. Simply because the car chargers color and the house color matches.
I asked the homeowner if he wanted it and he said yes.
Are you concerned about moisture getting in through that hole? I'm about to to do this same install at home. I've seen a putty product that the last electrician used. Also, I'm using cable, not wire in conduit. Should I be using some kind of grommet to guide the cable through the plywood?
When I do things like make the hole a little bit larger, I call it built in fudge factor. Gives some room to fudge the results.
nice,clean work as always.Youre a real professional.
No weatherproofing NEMA enclosure around that charger and mounting assembly?
Clean install.
Why choose the 50 A breaker instead of a 60 A?
Because that’s what the owner wanted.
thanks ron👠.
Nice CHARGER
I’m a big fan of Chargepoint EVSE!!
I need to run my wire from panel on outside back into the crawlspace on over to the driveway opositnof the house, crawls space isndry over the summer butncan damp during rain, what brand type of wire and conduit shud be used for a 8/3 gauge pull? Have the same.chargpoint.but will only be charging at 32amp.witb a 40amp breaker
Make sure you adequate supply from your electrical service.
What can I do with an extra 60 amp circuit in a garage? Replacing a water heater with a Tankless. 3-40 amp circuits were already pulled for the Tankless.
RON should you have pulled a #10 nuteral ? maybe for frutteral 110 receptacle if needed?
Seems like a nice little charger. Do you have to get different ones for different cars? …love the videos by the way
-fellow contractor from Boston
Looks perfect! I wish we can use PVC.
Thanks for sharing
Chargepoint has a charger with a NEMA 6-50 plug. Would that not be up to code as it doesn't use a neutral?
Done a few myself. Not too keen on those clips as opposed to screw terminals.
They're new but I am fine with the Wago style terminations.
Are those PVC joints glued inside? (Is it necessary?) SimPULL is a trademark of Southwire. CerroWire calls it SLiPWire. It's a coating on the conductor insulation. Before that you used to have to use wire-pulling lube. Ha ha
Nice install. is a disconnect switch required for a Car charger?
I believe anything larger than 60 amps.
Proffesional Job~!!!
Hi Ron. Just subscribed to your channel, great work. I love watching pro do the right work correctly. Thank you for that. In your videos you mentioned that it easier to work with single wires vs one all in wire. My question is. I am going to have a NEMA plug done in my house , here in NJ. Can we run 2 hot wires at 6 gauge , neutral 8 gauge and ground 10 gauge? Cant seem to find any code info on that. Thank you
Absolutely. That’s what I would use for a NEMA 14-50 receptacle.
Ron, thank you
Ronnie why are you not wearing safety googles to protect those beautiful eyes?
Now can you access this charger on the side , top or bottom with 3/4 pvc in a surface application ? Nice install . I would think in the not to distant future you maybe doing these fulltime .
@@Ampacityelectric so the ko on the bottom is for the cord ? Seems to limit the install
@@Ampacityelectric To me that still says you can't use this charger for a surface conduit installation . The single bottom ko is used for the cord so the only other ko is in the back . That limits installs . You may not have the ability to enter from the back of the charger . For example if the only way to provide the circuit is the exterior of a building . It's fine to come in through the bottom and not sure why they don't provide 2 entry points in the bottom . Is it possible to drill out or ko punch another hole.? I also did not see a strain relief on the cord to hold it to the charger .
@@Ampacityelectric perfect . Good to know .
Quick question, why did you install #6 on a 50 amp circuit?
Because that’s what this customer asked for.
why you didn't use BX instead of PVC?
You're the best!
Hmmm, I thought that it was a WiFi hard wire connection to the receiver, when it is too far for the bluetooth to work. Also, it was my understanding that the charger communicates to the car through the wires in the connector cable? I say that because that is the way Charge Point's public chargers work, as well as Electrify America. I could be wrong.
What is an estimate for something like this. We are in nj and need one installed..
$1500
Very nice install but seems like it would be much easier running emt is there a reason why you chose pvc?
Because I like PVC better. Do you run EMT?
@@electricianron_New_Jersey i prefer emt much more. Easier and quicker mainly due to bending. The heating blanket takes way too long.
I have a question for you if a may , I want to connect a car charger in my garage, I already have a dedicated 240 v line with the plug right were I wanted, but the line coming out of the breaker panel have two black conductors and one bare metal conductor. Can I install this to a Nema 14-50? Thank you.
Most EV chargers require #6 AWG conductors and (1) #10 EGC. I’d say go for it!
Do you have any links to the zip it anchors and the type of board you used to attach the charger to?
they'tre at HD in there hardware aisle and the mounting board is a 1 x 8 piece of Azek.
@@electricianron_New_Jersey TY!
how do you test the charger after it's energized?
0:45 like those used on boards . . . almost similar to those plastic chopping boards.
Ron, I want to do an outdoor installation, but my panel is all the way on other side of house in the basement. I’m guessing conduit line would be around 75 ft. No garage. Is that gonna be a nightmare? Im clueless so, any info would help.
Sounds like it lol
Great! 🤣🙈
Question. For a 60 amp installation can a #10 copper equipment ground still be used or should I use #8?
@@easternyellowjacket276 # 10 AWG is good for up to 60 amps. However, if you’ve used larger conductors than #6 for voltage drop concerns you’ll need to install a larger equipment grounding conductor.
@@electricianron_New_Jersey I'm a grateful for your quick reply. Thanks for the information!
Question; what would you have done if the panel was full and didn’t have the breaker space?
Change out the panel or add a sub panel and relocate a few circuits from the main to the new sub panel.
@@electricianron_New_Jersey thank you. Great job!
Is PVC Conduit ok in garages as a rule? I see all garages in Florida piped in EMT. Anyone know if that's Code ? TIA.
How come you didn’t use emt inside the garage to match the existing?
Because I didn’t feel like it.
Good video Ron. A question you used #6 for your 2 hots and #10 for your ground, since I am still learning how did you come about using #10 for ground, is there some calculation you would have used. Could you have used #8 ? Looking forward to your response.
@@Ampacityelectric Thanks
Table 250.122 of the NEC.
@@electricianron_New_Jersey Thanks Ron
@@electricianron_New_Jersey 250.122 states not smaller then, so as to imply if someone was to buy bulk lengths, #6 for all 3 would be acceptable?
@@rtsolution11 the point is you don’t have to run a #6 EGC, you can run a #10 EGC.
Beautiful wook😊
How much did this install cost (to the customer)? I just bought my first ev and I'm looking to get an outlet to plug my (included with car) nema 14-50 40 amp 250v portable cable into or a charging station like this installed. I'm sure pricing is different between new jersey and Texas (where I live), but I figured maybe I could get a ballpark estimate. My electricity at home is about 1/7 the price of public charging so it'd be nice to do it at home when possible.
Pricing can be complicated because each installation is different. This install was $1500 and the customer had the charger on hand prior to to the installation. It all depends on how far away from the main breaker panel the charger will be mounted. Also, I highly suggest this Chargepoint EVSE because it is able to be hardwired. The NEMA-1450 receptacle could become problematic because of the high-current draw. Hope this helps!
@@electricianron_New_Jersey it does help. I'll have to see if property manager / owner (I rent my house) will let me install either option.
I noticed there were no mains safety covers, what are the conditions when those need to be added?
That’s a fairly new NEC requirement that might not have code when this panel was installed.
@@electricianron_New_Jersey right, but is there a situation where you are required to add them now?
@@boomermatic6035 Yes, but only when upgrading the panel.
I was quoted $1550 for hardwire installation for this charger like 2ft away from my panel and that price doesn't include the charger. I just want it right next to the panel and don't even need to go through walls. Is that high, normal, or low? I feel like its a bit too steep. I have a spare slot for the 240V double pole breaker so no panel upgrade needed.
Hey Michael, that does seem a little high if only 2’ away from the panel.
Isn't that QO Panel in "RECALL"? FIRE HAZARD??
Why not use 2 pole 60 ? Get full use out of the charger?
Because this is what they wanted.
I have the ChargePoint homeflex and the wifi on it broke after five months. They are sending me a replacement which you have to replace yourself or find a pro to do it for you.
It’s a shame but it happens.
Are exterior chargers classified as an appliance and do they require a subpanel?
Electric Vehicles are covered in NEC article 625. You’ll only need a sub panel if there’s no room left in the main panel.
@@electricianron_New_Jersey I said subpanel instead of a disconnect.
@@dajur1 you only need a disconnect OVER 60 amps.
I looked up the price
They go for $1000
So how much would you charge for this service?
Pricing all depends where your panel is and where the charger will go.
Is that a fast charger or it's just a regular tap for the electric vehicle?
Supplying 220VAC to the cars built in charger/transformer.
@@cyborgblowfish4875 So is a regular fancy electric tap/outlet with lights.
How many amps was your breaker?
I believe this one was a double pole 50!
What the hell you doing still in Jersey? We all moved to Florida! LOL
Yeah. 130 degrees in April. Good luck anyone I ever knew who moved to Florida moved back here in 2-3 years. There are a few expections.
@@electricianron_New_JerseyThat's why God invented AC. My folks still live in Toms River. Oh did I mention no state income tax, and NO DMV inspections!!!
Yeah, we know. No pizza either. @@francismazanet2769
Nicely
Can I diy this or need it permitted and inspected?
Permit requirements vary based on where you are. That said, I do believe most places require a permit for this kind of electrical work. Most places though just require that the work is done to code and passes inspection, they do allow for the homeowner to do it as long as you can meet code.
Great video, thanks, but for your safety please don’t stand on the very top of ladders.
Nice job.. not a fan of the termination choice by the manufacturer esp with that load
Need to seal that hole you made outside with caulking
But I didn’t.
@@electricianron_New_Jersey gosh you
@@TheLostAdventuress I used exterior rated duct seal.
@@electricianron_New_Jersey now I knew you are are pro
I dont like wiring exposed Id find a box for it all to go into with a lock..kids etc play with stuff.. get a smallvinyl box cut downto fit cable in out of sight out of mind..
You supposed tonuse a 60.amp breaker not 50 for full 49 amps
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Charger works great but the phone app sucks . Can’t schedule by the day, only weekends or weekdays. Lazy app
@@Bagsn86 Sorry to hear that. I don’t have an EV I’m just an installer.