How To Prepare Your Garage For EV
By Captain Cook Electrical|November 08, 2021
Call a qualified electrician to safely install your EV charging station in your garage. If you're interested in converting a garage into an electric vehicle-friendly space, then it's important to check with the local authorities that you can legally do this. If it is possible, then Captain Cook Electrical can help you install a charger to suit your needs and budget.
Can You Convert Your Current Garage Into An Electric Vehicle-Friendly Space?
The short answer is yes! If you have a garage, then there are options available for you to make it EV friendly. Captain Cook Electrical can help you with this process whether your goal is to increase the capacity of your current space or if you want to convert an external structure into charging points. The first step towards converting an existing garage is to contact our team of qualified professionals to discuss your options and how we can assist you.
Climate Control
EVs are generally very safe options for motorists however some aspects may cause conflict with local building regulations. For example, the batteries may emit a certain amount of heat as they recharge and if this is not controlled adequately it could cause issues for those living above or beside garages that have been set up with charging points. This will be something you need to consider carefully before going ahead with installation work.
If you're considering acquiring an EV but are unsure whether you'll be able to charge it in your garage, then now may be the time to talk with an electrician about what's available and how easy it would be to install a charging point.
Foot traffic areas
You will need to pay attention to the floor, ceiling, and walls when considering how to insulate your garage. For example, if you have a suspended floor it might be worth considering putting insulation between the joists so that heat can't travel upwards from where the recharging will take place.
Wiring
Some electric vehicle charging points will require a lot of power to provide the correct voltage for your EV, which could put a strain on your garage's electrical system. If this happens, it may trip the circuit breaker and cause multiple problems including short-circuiting. This is why you should consider switching to an advanced circuit breaker when installing high-powered chargers. If you are planning on adding EV charging points to your garage, it's important to consider what this might mean for electrical safety.
Conclusion
The future of the electric vehicle is bright. With ongoing research and development, it won't be long before these cars are more mainstream than their fuel-powered counterparts! That’s because there has been an investment in this area on a global scale to find new ways for EVs do exist--more efficiency means greater access to charging stations too.
If you would like to know more about how an electric vehicle charging station can be put together in your garage, contact Captain Cook Electrical today for a quote.
Can You Convert Your Current Garage Into An Electric Vehicle-Friendly Space?
The short answer is yes! If you have a garage, then there are options available for you to make it EV friendly. Captain Cook Electrical can help you with this process whether your goal is to increase the capacity of your current space or if you want to convert an external structure into charging points. The first step towards converting an existing garage is to contact our team of qualified professionals to discuss your options and how we can assist you.
Climate Control
EVs are generally very safe options for motorists however some aspects may cause conflict with local building regulations. For example, the batteries may emit a certain amount of heat as they recharge and if this is not controlled adequately it could cause issues for those living above or beside garages that have been set up with charging points. This will be something you need to consider carefully before going ahead with installation work.
If you're considering acquiring an EV but are unsure whether you'll be able to charge it in your garage, then now may be the time to talk with an electrician about what's available and how easy it would be to install a charging point.
Foot traffic areas
You will need to pay attention to the floor, ceiling, and walls when considering how to insulate your garage. For example, if you have a suspended floor it might be worth considering putting insulation between the joists so that heat can't travel upwards from where the recharging will take place.
Wiring
Some electric vehicle charging points will require a lot of power to provide the correct voltage for your EV, which could put a strain on your garage's electrical system. If this happens, it may trip the circuit breaker and cause multiple problems including short-circuiting. This is why you should consider switching to an advanced circuit breaker when installing high-powered chargers. If you are planning on adding EV charging points to your garage, it's important to consider what this might mean for electrical safety.
Conclusion
The future of the electric vehicle is bright. With ongoing research and development, it won't be long before these cars are more mainstream than their fuel-powered counterparts! That’s because there has been an investment in this area on a global scale to find new ways for EVs do exist--more efficiency means greater access to charging stations too.
If you would like to know more about how an electric vehicle charging station can be put together in your garage, contact Captain Cook Electrical today for a quote.
