EV Charging Station Contractor in Kent
The contractor first assesses the property’s existing electrical supply to confirm it can safely support the extra load an EV charger adds, then runs a dedicated circuit from the consumer unit to the charger’s mounting position, whether that’s a wall-mounted unit on the house or a freestanding post on a driveway or in a car park. The charger is wired with its own RCD or RCBO protection, and where required, earthing arrangements are checked and upgraded to meet the specific standard for EV charging equipment (BS 7671 Section 722).
- 5.0 Google reviews (7)
- West Malling based
All 5.0 stars Google reviews
Standards & equipment we use
Every EV charging installation across Kent follows BS 7671 18th Edition wiring regulations, including Section 722, the specific part of the regulations covering electric vehicle charging equipment. Circuits are tested using calibrated Megger multifunction testers, and chargers are fitted with the correct RCD or RCBO protection for the charger’s rated output, typically 7kW for a single-phase home charger. Earthing arrangements are checked against the requirements for EV charging points, since some properties need additional earthing measures (such as PME earthing restrictions) addressed as part of the installation. As a NICEIC Approved Contractor, all EV charging installation work is self-certified under the Part P Building Regulations scheme.
What does an EV charging installation involve?
How an EV charge point is installed
The contractor first assesses the property's existing electrical supply to confirm it can safely support the extra load an EV charger adds, then runs a dedicated circuit from the consumer unit to the charger's mounting position, whether that's a wall-mounted unit on the house or a freestanding post on a driveway or in a car park. The charger is wired with its own RCD or RCBO protection, and where required, earthing arrangements are checked and upgraded to meet the specific standard for EV charging equipment (BS 7671 Section 722).
Why does an EV charger need its own dedicated circuit?
An EV charger draws a sustained, high current over several hours each time a vehicle charges, which is a very different load to a kettle or a washing machine switching on briefly. Wiring it into an existing socket circuit risks overloading that circuit and tripping the consumer unit repeatedly. A dedicated circuit, sized and protected specifically for the charger, avoids this and allows the charger to run safely at its full rated output. This matters across Kent's varied housing stock, from period cottages in Maidstone and Tonbridge to newer estates in Sevenoaks and Kings Hill, where consumer unit capacity can differ significantly from one property to the next.
Our Electrical Installation services
EICR safety checks
Electrical Installation Condition Reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses across Maidstone.
Consumer unit upgrades
Modern, safe replacements for older Maidstone homes.
EV charger installs
Home and workplace installs, including Kings Hill.
Outdoor & security lighting
Driveway, garden and security lighting, wired safely.
Full & partial rewires
Suited to Maidstone's older and newer housing.
Emergency call-outs
Fast response for urgent faults and safety concerns.
Outdoor & security lighting
Driveway, garden and security lighting, wired safely.
Full & partial rewires
Suited to Maidstone's older and newer housing.
Emergency call-outs
Fast response for urgent faults and safety concerns.
EICR safety checks
Electrical Installation Condition Reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses across Maidstone.
Recent EV charger installation work
How it works
1. Free Site Survey & Written Quote
The electrician assesses the property's existing electrical supply, the distance from the consumer unit to the charger's proposed position, and any parking or cable-routing constraints, then provides a written quote.
2. Charger Selection & Circuit Design
The right charger and mounting position are agreed, and a dedicated circuit is designed and sized to suit the charger's rated output and the property's available supply capacity.
3. Installation
A dedicated circuit is run from the consumer unit to the charger, with the charger unit mounted, wired, and protected by its own RCD or RCBO.
4. Testing & Earthing Checks
The completed circuit and charger are tested against BS 7671 Section 722, including the specific earthing arrangements required for EV charging equipment.
5. Certification & Handover
A signed Electrical Installation Certificate is issued, and the charger is demonstrated on-site before handover.
Why choose GW Property Maintenance Ltd
What some electricians do
- Fit the charger without checking supply capacity
- Standard socket-circuit style installation
- Earthing arrangements not checked
- Certificate delayed for weeks
What GW Property Maintenance does
- Full site survey confirms the property can safely support the charger
- Dedicated circuit sized and protected specifically for the charger
- Earthing checked and addressed against BS 7671 Section 722
- Electrical Installation Certificate issued within 48 hours
What affects the cost of an EV charger installation?
The cost of an EV charging installation depends on the property’s existing electrics and how far the charger sits from the consumer unit. The main factors are:
- Cable run length — a charger mounted close to the consumer unit costs less to wire than one on a detached garage or a driveway further from the house.
- Consumer unit capacity — whether the existing consumer unit has spare capacity for the new circuit or needs additional work to accommodate it.
- Charger type and output — a standard 7kW home charger is generally more straightforward to fit than a higher-output or commercial multi-bay setup.
- Mounting position — a wall-mounted charger on the house is usually quicker to install than a freestanding post charger requiring groundworks.
- Earthing requirements — some properties need additional earthing measures addressed to meet EV charging standards, which adds to the scope.
- Single versus multiple chargers — a single domestic charger costs less overall than a multi-charger installation for a business car park.
A free site survey is the only way to give an accurate figure, since supply capacity and cable routing vary significantly from property to property.
Why homeowners across Kent are installing EV chargers
More homeowners across Maidstone, Tonbridge, Medway, and Sevenoaks are adding a dedicated EV charge point as electric vehicle ownership grows, since charging overnight at home on a driveway is generally more convenient and cost-effective than relying solely on public charging points. A correctly installed home charger also adds a practical, sought-after feature for anyone considering the resale value of their property.
Why local matters for this service
Kent’s housing stock varies widely, from older properties around Maidstone and Tonbridge with limited existing electrical capacity to newer developments such as Kings Hill, where homes are often already wired with EV charging in mind. An electrician who works across both property types understands when an older consumer unit needs attention before a charger can be safely added, and when a newer property already has the spare capacity to make installation more straightforward. Being based centrally in West Malling also means site surveys and installations across the county can typically be scheduled within days.
Standards and methods used
Every EV charging installation follows BS 7671 18th Edition wiring regulations, including Section 722 for EV charging equipment, uses calibrated Megger test equipment, and is self-certified under Part P, so the finished installation is both safe and legally compliant without extra council sign-off.
Electrical installation across Kent
Get a free quote for your installation project
Frequently asked questions
An EV charger should be installed by an electrician competent in BS 7671 Section 722, the part of the wiring regulations specific to EV charging equipment, and ideally by a NICEIC-approved contractor so the work is independently checked.
Yes. An EV charger draws a sustained, high current that an existing socket circuit isn’t designed to carry safely, so a dedicated circuit with its own protection is required.
Not always. It depends on whether the existing consumer unit has spare capacity. A site survey confirms this before any work is quoted.
A straightforward home charger installation is usually completed in a single day, though longer cable runs or additional earthing work can extend this.
Yes. Installations are carried out across West Malling, Maidstone, Tonbridge, Medway, Sevenoaks, and the surrounding areas, for both homes and businesses.