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Good Space
- Relatively clean area (free of debris, flammable liquids or accelerants)
- Space on the wall to hang a charger; next to the panel is ideal. If indoors, on a stud or structural part of the home; if outdoors, in a safe and solid mounting location.
- Access to the panel
- Dedicated 208/240V circuit breaker clearly labeled
- Panel, breaker and wire are compatible with the charger selected
- If charger is over 60A, then verify the breaker is within sight of the charger location, or a dedicated switch is installed within arm’s length of charger location.
- Internal wiring complete and ready for a charger to be plugged in
- If a networked charger, strong Wi-Fi signal (generally within 50 feet of router)
- Chosen location gives enough room for charger to reach your car’s port
- If you do not know if your home is ready, an EV-qualified electrician can help determine site readiness during the application process
Bad Space
- Area is dirty, unlit or messy
- Exposed wire is creating a hazardous situation
- Panel is undersized, unmarked or inaccessible
- Breaker/wires are incorrect or unmarked
- Breaker is not dedicated for an EV charger
- Not enough clearance for charger and cord
- Charger space is too low or too high
- Charger location/cord are too far to reach parked car
- If a networked charger, Wi-Fi signal is too weak
- If you do not know if your home is ready, an EV-qualified electrician can help determine site readiness during the application process