Thinking About Installing an EV or Tesla Charger at Home? Here’s Why You’ll Want a Pro to Handle It...

Electric vehicles are awesome! Quiet, quick, and eco-friendly. But as more Teslas and EVs hit the road, more homeowners are adding chargers to their garages. It’s super convenient… until it’s not. Recently, there have been a few reports of home chargers overheating or even catching fire. Yikes! Before you panic, though, most of these issues come down to one thing, improper electrical installation, not the car or the charger itself.

EV chargers pull a lot of power. We’re talking way more than your fridge, dryer, or power tools combined. That means the outlet, breaker, and wiring all need to be up to code and correctly sized for the job. When someone unlicensed or a well-meaning DIYer tries to “save a few bucks,” it can lead to loose connections, overheated wires, and, unfortunately, some very toasty wall sockets.

That’s why it’s so important to hire a licensed and bonded electrician for the installation. A licensed pro knows how to safely handle high-voltage wiring and make sure your setup meets local building codes. And if something ever does go wrong, being bonded means you’re financially protected.

We’re not trying to scare anyone, but this stuff is real. Check out the photos below from one of our clients who had this exact issue after an improper install. Thankfully, everyone was safe, but it’s a good reminder that when it comes to electricity, shortcuts can be costly.

Go ahead and enjoy the perks of your electric ride! Just make sure your charger is installed by someone who truly knows their volts from their amps.