Tesla Wall Connector mounted on a garage wall and ready to charge

EV Charger Installation in Seattle

Level 2 EV chargers installed by licensed electricians. We install all major brands including Tesla, ChargePoint, Grizzl-E, Rivian, Emporia, and more.

Licensed, Bonded, & Insured
Over 100 Five-Star Reviews
Free Estimates
Upfront Pricing
Permits and Inspection Included
2-Year Warranty
Call(425) 202-5529

WA Lic #CHARGCH761KL · Most jobs scheduled the same week

Why Level 2

Why Get a Level 2 Charger?

Convenience

Plug in when you get home and wake up to a full battery

Cost Savings

You pay your own residential rate with no additional fees

Home Value

A permitted level 2 charger is a lasting improvement to the property

Charge Overnight at Home, Not Over Days

You can always charge your electric car from an ordinary outlet, but you might be waiting much longer than expected and can’t schedule charging at off-peak rates.

Level 1 Charging

  • Outlet

    Standard 120V

  • Speed

    3–5 miles/hour

  • Full Charge

    40–60 hours

  • Off-Peak Rates

    Too slow to finish

Level 2 Charging

  • Outlet

    Dedicated 240V

  • Speed

    25–30 miles/hour

  • Full Charge

    4–8 hours

  • Off-Peak Rates

    Schedule overnight

We Install All Major Brands

Tesla, ChargePoint, Grizzl-E, Rivian, Emporia, and more

Every photo below is from an EV charger installation we completed recently for a homeowner in the Seattle area.

Audi portable EV charger plugged into a newly installed NEMA 14-50 outlet

NEMA 14-50 Outlet Install

Tesla Wall Connector mounted on the exterior wall of a home

Tesla Wall Connector Install

ChargePoint EV charger installed in a residential garage

ChargePoint Home Flex Install

Grizzl-E EV charger installed in a garage a few feet from the panel, fed by an exposed conduit run

Grizzl-E Charger Install

Rivian Wall Charger installed on a garage wall

Rivian Wall Charger Install

Emporia EV charger installed next to the upgraded electrical panel

Emporia EV Charger Install

Don’t see your EV charger model listed? No worries, we install them all! Give us a call at (425) 202-5529 and we are always more than happy to confirm whether the charger you are considering will meet your needs.

What It Costs

What Determines an EV Charger Installation Cost?

Two things determine how much your project will cost: installation location and panel capacity.

Installation Location

We charge by the foot for distance from your electrical panel (the first 5 feet are included)

Panel Capacity

If your panel does not have enough space or cannot support the load, additional charges may apply

Does My Panel Have Enough Capacity?

The first consideration is whether there is physical space in your panel:

Two Adjacent Slots

Two free adjacent slots in the panel are required to install the two-pole breaker for the new 240V circuit.

Freeing Up a Slot

Often times two existing 120V circuits can move onto tandem breakers to free up space.

The other consideration is whether your panel can handle the additional load. If it cannot, there are two options:

Load Shedding Device

A device that pauses the charger while large appliances are running, which often lets a 100A service take a Level 2 charger without a service upgrade.

100A to 200A Upgrade

If you want to modernize or make room for future projects, we also handle panel and service upgrades, which we can quote alongside the charger.

Still not sure? Call (425) 202-5529 or submit the form with a picture of your panel and we will do the load calculation and provide a free, no-obligation quote.

Tesla Wall Connector installed in a garage a couple of feet from the electrical panel
Tesla Wall Connector on the far garage wall, fed by a conduit run dropping from the ceiling
Tesla Wall Connector in a garage with a conduit run across to the panel on the far wall

Does a NEMA 14-50 Outlet Cost Less to Install?

In most cases, no. Both have almost identical installation processes and components. Which option you should go with is more about your specific needs.

NEMA 14-50 Outlet

  • Connection

    Plugs in

  • Max Charging

    Up to 40A

  • Breaker

    50A, GFCI protected

  • Best For

    Portable units, renters

Hardwired

  • Connection

    Wired direct

  • Max Charging

    Up to 48A

  • Breaker

    60A, no receptacle

  • Best For

    Permanent, outdoor

Customer Reviews

Real Reviews From Recent EV Charger Installs

Jen C.

Seattle

“A nice experience of EV charger installation. Very prompt communication and follow up, and a reasonable quote (much better than Hyundai Home Market place). On installation day the two techs did a fine job explaining what would be going on, and were punctual. I appreciated that they did a good job of cleaning up after their work in the garage. The charger works well, so thank you! Would definitely recommend to others!”

Jason T.

Bothell

“Had an EV charger installed by them and didn't have any issues. The install location was far from the breaker, but they were able to do it in a few hours. They were efficient and professional. Got many different quotes for this install and their pricing was very fair.”

Cindy S.

Duvall

“Everyone I worked with at ICHE was so helpful and quick and easy to communicate with. The installation was professional and went way faster than I expected. They even helped me set up the ChargePoint app after they had left. Highly recommend!”

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

When the load calculation comes back short, when the bus has no room left even after tandem breakers, or when the panel is a Federal Pacific Stab-Lok or a Zinsco. Age alone does not decide it. If yours genuinely needs upgrading we will say so, with the load calculation to show why.

In most jurisdictions around Seattle, yes. A new 240V circuit needs an electrical permit. We pull it and meet the inspector ourselves, and it is inside the quote you approve rather than a line item on the final invoice.

Most are finished in 2 to 4 hours. A long conduit run, cable fished through finished walls, or panel work first can push it toward a full day. You will know which before we start.

It depends on the charger. A hardwired unit set to 48A needs a 60A breaker; a NEMA 14-50 receptacle is a 50A GFCI breaker and caps a plug-in charger at 40A. Wire gauge follows the breaker and the length of the run.

For nearly everyone, yes. You pay your own residential rate and nothing else: no session fee, no membership, no idle fee. Public fast charging is priced well above residential power.

Yes. A detached garage with its own subpanel is usually straightforward; one fed by a single small circuit needs a feeder run first. Carport and driveway installs use an outdoor-rated charger on a weatherproof circuit.

Often, yes. You may need HOA or building approval, and the panel can be in a shared room with a long run to your stall. Send us a photo of your panel and where the car parks and we will tell you what is possible.

Free Estimate

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We respond to most requests within the hour, but will get back to you within a day at the latest.

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What's Included in the Quote

  • Load calculation and panel assessment
  • Dedicated 240V circuit
  • Correct breaker and wire gauge
  • Conduit run and secure charger mounting
  • Electrical permit and inspection
  • Full system test before we leave
  • Full warranty on all work
  • Workmanship and quality guarantee

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How It Works

From First Call to Final Inspection

1

Send Us Your Panel

Call, email, or use the form. A photo of your open panel and the charger you bought tell us most of what we need. We respond to most requests within the hour, and within a day at the latest.

2

Free Load Assessment

A licensed electrician checks your panel's capacity, agrees the charger location and cable route with you, and prices the whole job upfront, permit included. No obligation.

3

Installed and Inspected

Most installs are done in 2–4 hours. We pull the permit, test the finished circuit, and meet the inspector ourselves. All of our work also comes with a full warranty and quality guarantee.

In Charge Home Electric serving the Greater Seattle area

Our Service Area

EV Charger Installation Across Greater Seattle

We install all brands of Level 2 EV chargers from Seattle to Mount Vernon, and handle all of the required permits and inspections for whichever city you are in. Free estimates, upfront pricing, and a full warranty are the In Charge Home Electric standard for all projects.

Our service area includes

SeattleBellevueRentonKirklandRedmondBothellShorelineBurienTukwilaEverettArlingtonMount VernonLynnwoodMarysvilleEdmondsKenmoreMercer IslandSnohomishSammamishMedina

and surrounding communities