EV Charging Station Installation Service
Install electric vehicle charging stations for homes and businesses
Overview
EV charging installers charge $800-$3,000 per residential charger or $15,000-$100,000 for commercial.
Installing 150-400 residential or 20-60 commercial projects annually generates $250,000-$1,500,000 with 35-55% margins.
In 2025, EV adoption accelerates and charging infrastructure needed.
Services include Level 2 home charger installation ($800-$2,000), workplace charging stations ($15,000-$60,000), public DC fast charging ($50,000-$150,000 per station), electrical panel upgrades ($1,500-$5,000), networked charging management, and maintenance programs.
Successful installers handle electrical requirements, navigate utility and government incentives, provide turnkey solutions, work with multiple charger brands, and offer ongoing support.
EV owners and businesses as clients.
Marketing through EV dealerships, electricians, commercial property, utility rebate programs, and online presence.
Required Skills
- Electrical Installation
- EV Charging Technology
- Permitting
- Commercial Installation
- Utility Coordination
- Networked Systems
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Explosive EV adoption driving demand
- Government and utility incentives available
- Recurring commercial installations
- Can partner with electricians
- Growing workplace charging requirements
Cons
- Need electrical license or partnership
- Competitive market emerging
- Technology standards evolving
- Utility coordination required
- Commercial projects complex
How to Get Started
- Get electrical license or partner with electrician
- Become certified for charger brands
- Build relationships with EV dealers and utilities
- Market to EV owners and businesses
- Assess electrical capacity and design installations
- Install home and commercial charging stations
- Navigate incentives and provide ongoing support
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