Things to consider when getting a home EV charger

1) Electrical compatibility

Confirm single-phase or three-phase availability, switchboard capacity, and cable run distance. These factors affect installation complexity and total cost.

Example: a long cable run from switchboard to driveway can increase install cost, even when the charger model itself is affordable.

2) Charger features that matter

• Load management to avoid overloading household circuits.
• Scheduling and app controls for off-peak charging.
• Solar integration if you want daytime self-consumption.
• Connector type and cable length for practical parking use.

Example: if your parking bay is offset from the charger wall, a longer tethered cable (or untethered setup) can make daily use much easier.

3) Installer quality and compliance

A great installer is as important as the charger model. Ask about compliance documentation, warranty process, and post-install support so there are no surprises later.

Example: ask who handles warranty callouts directly and what the expected response timeframe is in your suburb.

4) Future-proofing

If you may add solar, battery storage, or a second EV later, choose a charger and installation setup that can scale without a full replacement.

Example: selecting a charger with dynamic load management now can avoid replacing hardware when a second EV joins the household later.