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EV home charger installation costs in the UK have stabilised as the market matures. Most homeowners pay £300–£650 for a standard 7.4kW tethered charger installed by an OZEV-authorised installer. This guide covers 2026 installation costs, installer day rates, and how to claim the government grant.
Hourly rate
£35–£65
per hour
Day rate
£250–£500
per day
Call-out
£80–£150
minimum charge
Rates vary considerably across the UK. Here's what you can expect to pay in each region.
* Rates are typical market averages for 2026 based on industry survey data. Individual rates vary by experience, job type, and other factors.
Several factors determine how much a ev charger installer will charge for a job.
EV charger installers must be registered with OZEV (Office for Zero Emission Vehicles) to install OZEV grant-eligible chargers. OZEV-authorised installers typically charge a premium but enable customers to claim the £350 EVHS grant.
If the consumer unit needs upgrading or a new circuit is required, this adds £300–£800 to the installation cost and extra labour time. Installers charging by the day will reflect this in their quote.
A 7.4kW (single-phase) smart charger is standard and takes 3–8 hours to install. A 22kW three-phase charger costs more to install (£600–£1,200) and requires a three-phase supply.
A long cable run from the consumer unit to the garage or driveway adds materials and labour. Runs over 20m may require additional circuit protection and can add £100–£300 to the cost.
OZEV grant requirements mandate smart chargers with demand management and off-peak scheduling capability. This is standard on all grant-eligible chargers but may affect which models an installer recommends.
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EV home charger installation in the UK costs £300–£650 in 2026 for a standard 7.4kW smart charger (supply and fit). After the £350 EVHS government grant, the net cost for eligible homeowners is typically £0–£300. Three-phase 22kW chargers cost £600–£1,200 installed.
The EVHS (EV Homecharge Scheme, formerly OLEV grant) provides £350 off the cost of a home EV charger installation. To qualify, you must own or lease an eligible EV, live in a flat or rented accommodation, or live in a single-use residential property without off-street parking. The grant is applied by the OZEV-authorised installer at point of sale.
Yes. EV charger installers must hold a relevant electrical qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) and complete additional EV charging training (typically BS 7671 18th Edition Amendment 2, plus an EV-specific unit such as City & Guilds 2919). They must also be registered with an approved OZEV installation scheme.
A standard home EV charger installation takes 2–4 hours for a straightforward install (short cable run, existing consumer unit with capacity). Complex installs (long cable runs, CU upgrade, three-phase supply) can take a full day (6–8 hours).
No — EV charger installation is notifiable electrical work under Part P of the Building Regulations. It must be carried out by a competent person registered with a Part P scheme provider (NICEIC, NAPIT, etc.) and, for grant eligibility, by an OZEV-authorised installer.
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