EV Charger
Installation
Smart home and workplace EV charging across Mid Somerset. Hypervolt, Zappi, Ohme, Andersen, Project EV, Wallbox. Dedicated circuits on Type A RCBO, OZEV grant and DNO notification handled, full BS 7671 certification.
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Premium Chargers.
Your Choice.
We supply and install the UK's leading EV charger brands — from sleek domestic units to heavy-duty commercial pedestals. All OZEV-approved, OCPP-ready where applicable, smart-enabled, and built for the British climate.
Hypervolt 3
British-designed with a signature illuminated tube and customisable LED colours. 7.4kW single-phase Type 2, tethered or socketed. Smart Schedule integrates with Octopus, OVO, and other time-of-use tariffs. OCPP 1.6J, IP65, Wi-Fi and 4G backup, load balancing via CT clamp, over-the-air firmware updates. 3-year warranty.
Fastamps
Heavy-duty commercial and workplace AC chargers built for high-utilisation sites. 7.4kW single-phase or 22kW three-phase, single or twin-socket pedestal and wall-mount options. OCPP 1.6J-compliant for integration with any back-office billing or fleet platform. RFID driver authentication, dynamic load management, IP54 rated, MID-certified metering for accurate chargeback. Ideal for fleet depots, car parks, and destination charging.
Easee
7kW single-phase or 22kW three-phase capable. Built-in load balancing supports up to 3 chargers on one supply without upgrades. Compact 69mm-thin design, IP55 rated. Dynamic load management prevents main fuse overload. Wi-Fi and 4G connectivity. 3-year warranty.
Ohme
Dynamic smart charging with direct Octopus Agile, Go, and Intelligent Go tariff integration. Automatically charges when electricity is cheapest — saving up to 70% on charging costs. 7.4kW Type 2 output. CT clamp compatible. OZEV approved. 3-year warranty.
Zappi
British-made charger with three charging modes — Fast draws full grid power, Eco throttles based on household demand, Eco+ waits for surplus generation. 7kW or 22kW three-phase models. Built-in Type A RCD with 6mA DC protection. IP65 rated. Part of the myenergi ecosystem, pairs with Eddi and Harvi. 3-year warranty.
Andersen
Premium British-designed charger with real wood or painted metal fascia — 14 colour options to match your property. 7kW Type 2 output. IP54 rated for indoor or outdoor installation. PEN fault detection built in, eliminating the need for an earth rod on PME supplies. Smart scheduling via app. 3-year warranty.
Pod Point
7kW home charger or commercial Twin models for workplace and fleet charging. PAYG and subscription billing for commercial sites. Energy usage reporting and driver management via Pod Point portal. OZEV approved. IP65 rated. Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) compatible for commercial deployments. 3-year warranty.
Full Installation.
No Hidden Costs.
Every installation includes everything you need for safe, certified home charging from day one.
Dedicated 32A Radial Circuit
New dedicated radial from your consumer unit using 6mm² T&E (internal) or 10mm² SWA (external runs over 15m). Dedicated 32A Type C MCB or RCBO protection sized to BS 7671:2018+A2 requirements.
Earthing & RCD Protection
Full earth fault loop impedance and prospective fault current testing. Type A RCD with 6mA DC fault protection as required by BS 7671 Regulation 722.531.2. PME earthing assessment per ENA Engineering Recommendation G12 — earth rod installed where required on TN-C-S supplies.
BS 7671 Certification
Full Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) issued and registered with NAPIT for Building Regulations Part P compliance. Includes schedule of inspections and test results to BS 7671:2018+A2.
Smart App Configuration
Charger connected to your Wi-Fi network, manufacturer app installed and configured, smart charging schedules set to match your energy tariff. CT clamp fitted where required for dynamic load management.
Professional Cable Management
Neat, clipped SWA cable runs or galvanised trunking with proper glands, saddles, and weatherproof terminations. All penetrations sealed and fire-stopped. No exposed cables, no unsightly runs.
Full OZEV & DNO Paperwork
We register the install with OZEV (you claim via the OZEV portal directly), submit DNO notification (required for all installations above 3.68kW per BS 7671), and provide all compliance documentation including photographs and installation records.
Grants for Renters, Landlords & Workplaces — Up to £14,000
EV Chargepoint Grant: Up to £350 towards a home charger. The grant for owner-occupiers of houses closed in 2022 — it is now available to people living in rented or leasehold property, and to landlords installing for tenants, where there is eligible off-street parking. The property must not have previously received a grant under the EVHS or OZEV scheme.
Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS): Businesses, charities, and public sector organisations can claim up to £350 per socket, for up to 40 sockets per applicant — that is up to £14,000 towards your workplace charging infrastructure. Eligible for any business with dedicated off-street parking.
You apply for the grant directly — we provide the OZEV-approved installer details and certification you'll need to submit. For domestic, you need:
- Proof of EV ownership or order confirmation (plug-in hybrid or fully electric)
- Off-street parking (driveway, garage, or dedicated space)
- Property ownership or landlord/management company consent
For the Workplace Charging Scheme, we register the install with OZEV and provide the post-installation evidence pack — installer declaration, photographs and certification — that you'll submit via the OZEV online portal yourself.
Understanding Charging Speeds
Single-phase (230V, most UK homes): Maximum 7.4kW charging speed. Adds approximately 25-30 miles of range per hour. A typical EV (60kWh battery) charges from 20% to 80% in around 5 hours. More than sufficient for overnight home charging.
Three-phase (400V, commercial & some larger homes): Up to 22kW charging speed. Adds approximately 75-90 miles of range per hour. Ideal for workplaces, fleet depots, hotels, and destinations where faster turnaround is needed. Requires a three-phase supply — we can arrange upgrades through your DNO if required.
Key consideration: Your charging speed is limited by either the charger output OR the vehicle's onboard charger — whichever is lower. Most EVs accept 7kW AC; some (like Tesla Model 3 and BMW i4) accept 11kW; fewer accept the full 22kW. We advise on the right charger for your specific vehicle.
Both domestic and commercial installations require a site survey to confirm cable routes, supply capacity, main fuse rating, and earthing arrangements. We provide free no-obligation surveys across our coverage area.
Installation
Engineering
EV chargers draw sustained high current — typically 32A continuous for hours. A properly designed dedicated circuit is non-negotiable for safety, performance, and compliance with BS 7671:2018+A2 Section 722.
32A Radial Circuit
6mm² twin-and-earth for internal runs up to 22m, or 10mm² SWA cable for longer external runs and underground routes. Cable sizing calculated per BS 7671 Appendix 4, accounting for volt drop (max 5%), grouping factors, thermal insulation, and ambient temperature. We never undersize cables.
RCD Protection & DC Fault Detection
BS 7671 Regulation 722.531.2 requires Type A RCD protection with additional 6mA DC residual current detection for EV charging circuits. The chargers we install (Hypervolt 3, Ohme, Zappi, Easee, Andersen) all have integral 6mA DC fault detection, so a Type A RCBO at the consumer unit is all that's required. No additional DC module or upgraded device needed.
DNO Notification
All EV charger installations above 3.68kW require notification to your Distribution Network Operator per the Electricity Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulations 2002. Installations above 7kW (or multiple chargers) may require a supply capacity assessment, and in some cases a main fuse upgrade from 60A to 100A. We handle all DNO correspondence and applications.
Supply Capacity Assessment
We measure your existing demand and verify your main fuse rating (typically 60A, 80A, or 100A). A 7kW charger draws 32A — if your existing peak demand is 40A on a 60A supply, there is a problem. We model your load profile and recommend solutions: supply upgrade, smart load management via CT clamp, or scheduled off-peak charging to stay within your capacity.
PME Earthing Considerations
Most UK homes have PME (TN-C-S) earthing. BS 7671 Regulation 722.411.4.1 requires additional protective measures for EV charging on PME supplies due to the risk of a PEN conductor fault. Options include: chargers with integral PEN fault detection (Andersen, some Easee units), installation of an earth rod to create a TT arrangement at the charger, or a separate TT earth electrode. We assess your earthing and implement the correct solution.
Load Management
For properties with multiple chargers (or limited supply capacity), we install CT clamp-based dynamic load management. This monitors real-time household demand and throttles the charger output to prevent main fuse overload. Easee supports load balancing across up to 3 chargers natively. For larger installations, we configure OCPP-based load management systems.
Workplace & Fleet
Charging
From a single staff charger to a 40-bay car park, we design and install commercial EV charging infrastructure that scales with your business.
Workplace Charging
The shift to electric vehicles is accelerating. Employees expect workplace charging as standard. Offering it makes your business more attractive to talent and demonstrates genuine commitment to sustainability.
We design workplace charging systems that work commercially:
- Load-managed multi-charger arrays — share available capacity across all bays without expensive supply upgrades
- Back-office billing — RFID authentication and OCPP-compatible chargers allow you to bill employees or offer free charging as a perk
- Visitor and customer charging — contactless payment options for public-facing sites (hotels, retail, restaurants)
- Fleet depot charging — scheduled overnight charging for delivery vans, pool cars, and company fleets
- Car park installations — feeder pillars, ground-mounted chargers, bollard protection, and cable management for tarmac and concrete surfaces
Commercial Charging Management
Commercial installations require more than hardware. We configure charging management platforms that give you full control:
- OCPP 1.6/2.0 compliance — open protocol compatibility means you are not locked into a single vendor
- Usage reporting — track kWh consumed per charger, per user, per session. Export data for expense management and carbon reporting
- Revenue generation — set your own pricing per kWh or per session. Accept contactless, RFID, or app payments
- Remote monitoring — real-time status of every charger, fault alerts, firmware updates, and usage analytics via web dashboard
- Smart scheduling — prioritise fleet vehicles overnight, allocate capacity to staff during working hours, and open bays to the public at weekends
OZEV Workplace Charging Scheme: Up to £350 per socket, up to 40 sockets per applicant (£14,000 maximum). We register the install with OZEV and provide the post-install evidence pack — you claim via the OZEV Workplace Charging Scheme portal yourself.
Multi-bay fleet rollout? Full scope, DNO consultation, dynamic load management and 6-bay-plus pricing on the dedicated page: Commercial EV fleet → /commercial-ev-fleet-charging.html
Built to last.
Whatever the weather.
IP-rated outdoor installations designed for the Somerset climate. Neat, weatherproof, and professionally finished every time.
Multi-charger sites need
real network back-haul.
Fleet depots, workplace car parks, hotels and destination charging sites running multiple OCPP-connected chargers don’t just need power — they need reliable network infrastructure for cloud reporting, dynamic load management and driver authentication. We do both halves in-house.
EV charger across
Mid Somerset.
Free survey across our coverage area. Tap your nearest town for local detail and a city-specific enquiry form.
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BS 7671EV Charger FAQ
How much does a home EV charger cost to install?+
EV charger installation starts from around £850 — that covers the dedicated 32A circuit from your consumer unit, all cabling, fitting and NAPIT certification. The charger unit itself is priced separately depending on the model you choose. The indicative price (per-job) depends on the cable run distance and any consumer unit work needed.
Which EV charger brand is best?+
It depends on your needs. Hypervolt 3 is our most popular for reliability and smart tariff integration. Easee is the most compact and aesthetically clean. Ohme offers the best smart charging for Octopus Go users. Zappi is strong for anyone in the myenergi ecosystem. We install all major brands and can advise which suits your setup.
Do I need to upgrade my consumer unit for an EV charger?+
Not always, but often yes. EV chargers require a Type A RCD with 6mA DC detection, which older consumer units don't have. We'll survey your board during the site visit and include any upgrade in the fixed-price quote. A consumer unit upgrade adds around £350–£650 depending on the board.
How long does EV charger installation take?+
A standard installation takes 3–4 hours. If the cable run is longer or a consumer unit upgrade is needed, it may take a full day. We aim to book installations within 1–2 weeks of your survey.
Is there still a government grant for EV chargers?+
The OZEV grant for homeowners ended in March 2024. However, grants of up to £350 are still available for landlords and tenants, and the Workplace Charging Scheme offers up to £350 per socket for businesses. You claim via the OZEV portal directly — we provide the certification and OZEV registration evidence you need.
More questions? See our full FAQ →
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From enquiry to
certified install.
Every project follows the same five-step process. No surprises, no scope creep.
Free survey
We visit the property, measure the cable run, inspect your consumer unit, check your main fuse, and assess PME earthing. Usually 20 minutes.
Quote + OZEV-ready paperwork
Fixed-price written quote within 48 hours. Where you qualify for an OZEV grant we supply the approved-installer certification for you to submit, and we handle DNO notification for you.
Install day
Dedicated 32A radial, Type A RCD with 6mA DC detection, earth rod where required on PME. Typical install: 2-4 hours depending on cable run.
Commissioning
App paired to your Wi-Fi, smart scheduling configured for your energy tariff (Octopus Go, Intelligent Go, OVO etc.). CT clamp fitted if load management required.
Certified and gone
BS 7671 EIC issued, charger warranty registered with the manufacturer, NAPIT Part P notification lodged. Driveway left clean.