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1) Electric Car Charger Installation in Banbury, Brackley and Surrounding Areas

I regularly see electric car charger installations where the charger itself looks neat, but the protection behind it has not been thought through properly. With EV chargers, the safety devices, certification and notifications are just as important as the charger on the wall.

I’m Luke from L J Mullan Electrical, a NAPIT registered electrician covering Banbury, Brackley and the surrounding areas. I install EV chargers for homeowners, landlords, letting agents and businesses, making sure the work is carried out correctly, certificated, and notified to the DNO and local authority where required.

A big part of my job is finding the most feasible way to install the charger. That might mean looking at a better cable route, an additional consumer unit, or a neater way of installing the charger so the job is safe, practical and easier for the customer.

2) EV charger installation done properly

Electric Car Charger Installation in Banbury, Brackley, Surrounding Areas needs more than simply fixing a charger to the wall and connecting a cable.

I’ve seen installations where large companies set up to specialise in car chargers, but the correct safety devices have not always been installed. This can include missing Type 2 surge protection, no 30mA double pole RCBO protection, poor electrical connections, or paperwork not being issued properly.

For a high-load installation like an EV charger, those details matter. I always aim to install car chargers and electric vehicle chargers to the correct regulations, with the right protection, certificates issued, and notification completed where required.

3) What’s involved when you book

You can email, message, WhatsApp or call me to arrange a free quotation.

I’ll attend your property for a free, no-obligation survey and go through the work in detail. I’ll look at the existing consumer unit, earthing arrangement, meter area, cable route and where you would like the EV charger installed.

I’ll then explain the best way of carrying out the work, including whether you need RCBO protection, surge protection, or an additional consumer unit. My aim is that you have a full understanding of the installation before anything is booked in.

No hidden costs will be added to your bill unless the work required changes. If it does, I’ll always discuss it with you first.

4) What others often get wrong

Some EV charger installs look tidy on the outside, but the important details are hidden in the electrical protection and paperwork.

Common problems I come across include:

• Poor electrical connections
• No paperwork issued after the installation
• No DNO notification
• No local authority notification where required
• No 30mA double pole RCBO protection
• No Type 2 surge protectio
• Unsuitable or rushed cable routes

These are the details I check and discuss during the survey. If your existing consumer unit is not suitable, I’ll explain the options clearly rather than just forcing the installation to work.

5) Chargers I install and recommend

I usually recommend Hypervolt and Andersen EV chargers, as they are good options for many domestic installations.

I can also install other chargers depending on what the customer requires, including:

• Ohme
• Zappi
• Pod Point
• Hypervolt
• Andersen

We can also provide the EV charger for you if required. Charger prices vary, which is why my starting installation price excludes the charger itself.

6) Why customers choose L J Mullan Electrical

I’m NAPIT registered and Part P compliant, with over 180 5-star Google reviews.

Many of my reviews mention communication, and that is something I take seriously. I’ll turn up, talk you through the work properly, respect your home and carry out the installation to a high standard.

If you’re searching for an electrician Banbury, electrician Brackley, EV Charger near me or Electric Car Charger Installation near me, I cover Banbury, Brackley and the surrounding areas.

7) Pricing and what’s included

EV charger installation starts from *£650 + VAT*, excluding the EV charger, as charger prices can vary.

The final price is confirmed after a free survey.

Depending on the installation, your quote may include:

• Labour
• RCBO protection
• Type 2 surge protection
• Consumer unit if required
• Electrical certification
• DNO notification
• Local authority notification where required
• 12-month workmanship guarantee

Most EV charger installations take around *3 to 8 hours*, depending on the property, charger location, cable route and protection required.

8) What to expect when you get in touch

Send me a message with your address area, the charger you are considering, and a few photos of your consumer unit, meter area and proposed charger location.

I’ll arrange a free quote, talk you through the most feasible way of installing the charger, and explain exactly what is involved before you decide to go ahead.

9) FAQ's

How much does EV charger installation cost?

EV charger installation starts from £650 + VAT, excluding the charger itself. The final price is confirmed after a free survey because cable routes, consumer unit requirements and charger models can vary.

Do you supply the EV charger?

Yes, I can provide the EV charger if required. I can also install customer-supplied chargers such as Hypervolt, Andersen, Ohme, Zappi and Pod Point.

How long does an EV charger installation take?

Most installations take between 3 and 8 hours. It depends on the cable route, charger position, existing consumer unit and whether extra protection or an additional consumer unit is needed.

Do you notify the DNO?

Yes, I complete DNO notification where required. I also issue the relevant electrical certification and complete local authority notification where applicable.

What protection does an EV charger need?

An EV charger needs suitable protection for the installation. I commonly install 30mA Type A double pole RCBO protection and Type 2 surge protection where required.

Can you install a charger if my consumer unit is full?

Yes, this can often still be done. I may recommend an additional consumer unit or another suitable arrangement depending on the existing installation.

Do you guarantee the work?

Yes, I provide a 12-month workmanship guarantee. If anything changes during the work, I’ll discuss it with you before carrying out anything extra.

10) Get in touch

If you need Electric Car Charger Installation in Banbury, Brackley or the surrounding areas, contact today for a free quote. I’ll give honest advice, explain the safest and most feasible way to install your charger, and make sure you have a full understanding before any work goes ahead.

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