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Charging an electric car at home

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18th January 2022
Pod Point charger installed on a house

A smart EV charger is a convenient, fast, and reliable way to charge your electric car at home. In 2022, 80% of EV drivers charge their vehicle at home, with 35 million home EV chargers estimated to be installed globally by 2026.

Mark Smith
Director - Nationwide Vehicle Contracts

Different types of home EV chargers

Universal/Socketed charge point

Universal Charge Point

Tethered Charge Point

Tethered Charge Point

Standard installation typically includes:

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Fitting to a permanent structure

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Cabling

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Testing of electrical connections

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Electrical Certificate

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Plastic Conduit

Standard installation typically excludes:

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Non allocated off-street parking location

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Additional cabling

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Trenching underground

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Cabling under floorboards or ceiling

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Unsafe conditions

Guide Information

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