EV Charger Installation in Bay Area
What Is an EV Charger?
An EV charger is the device that powers up your electric vehicle safely and efficiently. It connects to your home’s electrical system and delivers the energy your car needs. If it’s not properly installed, overloaded, or outdated, both your vehicle and your home can be at risk.
Important to know
Why Do You Need a Dedicated Circuit for an EV Charger?
We recommend professional installation if:
- Higher power demand – Standard outlets can’t handle the continuous load of EV charging. A dedicated circuit prevents overloads.
- Safety concerns – Improper wiring or DIY setups can overheat, damage your vehicle’s battery, or even start a fire.
- Code compliance – Installation must follow NEC requirements and often requires a permit in the Bay Area.
- Home value – A professionally installed EV charger increases your property appeal to future buyers with electric vehicles.
Do I need a Preventive Maintenance?
Preventive Maintenance: Why It Matters for EV Charging
Even if your outlets “look fine,” they may not be designed to handle the continuous high load of EV charging.
- Overheating wires can damage your car’s battery and your home’s electrical system.
- Loose connections or worn wiring may cause hot spots, which go unnoticed until it’s too late.
- Preventive inspection and professional installation with Haxx Heating, Cooling & Electrical protect both your home and your vehicle from electrical fires.
Issue With DIY or Improper EV Charger Installation
Cause wires to overheat and melt.
Live or Safety?
Is It Expensive?
Installing an EV charger is an investment, but ask yourself:
What’s more expensive — the cost of professional installation, or the risk of fire, damage to your EV, and insurance issues?
A properly installed charger:
- Saves you from unexpected repairs.
- Keeps your home compliant with California code.
- Protects your EV battery and extends its life.
Insurance & Liability Risks
- Many insurance companies may deny claims if an EV charger was installed incorrectly or without a permit.
- Professional installation ensures safety, compliance, and peace of mind.
WARNING!
Signs You Need Professional Installation Now
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Outdated Panel
Your home has an outdated panel without room for a dedicated EV breaker. -
Inconsistency
Breakers trip frequently when you plug in your car. -
Improperly outlet
You’re charging from a regular outlet (not designed for continuous load). -
Fire Hazard
You notice heat, burning smell, or discoloration near outlets or panel.
Protecting Homes, Protecting Vehicles
Protect Your Family
At Haxx Service, safety is not just about keeping your car charged — it’s about protecting your home, your family, and your investment.
- Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI): Required by code for EV chargers outlets, it shuts power instantly if there’s a fault.
- Children & Seniors at Higher Risk: A properly installed system prevents accidental shocks.
- Peace of Mind: With licensed installation, you meet California’s strict NEC requirements while protecting what matters most.
Why Choose a Licensed Electrician in the Bay Area?
As a local company, we treat every client like a neighbor and every home like our own.
- Professional WorkEV charger installs are not DIY projects; mistakes can be costly and dangerous.
- Code-Compliant WorkWe handle permits, inspections, and installation.
- SafetyOur solutions are reliable, long-lasting, and safe.
FAQ
Bay Area Homeowners Ask Us All the Time
Yes. In the Bay Area, most cities require a permit and inspection for EV charger installations. Our team handles all the paperwork, so your project is fully code-compliant.
Most installations are completed in 3–9 hours. If your panel needs an upgrade or if we’re running an underground feed, it may take longer.
Absolutely. We install Tesla, ChargePoint, JuiceBox, ClipperCreek, and other major brands. Our licensed electricians ensure compatibility with your electrical system.
No, but in some cases we have to turn off the pawer only temporarily. We’ll let you know before we shut power off, and most outages last less than an hour.
Typical costs range from $750 to $2,500, depending on distance from the panel, wiring needs, and whether a panel upgrade is required. We provide upfront, transparent estimates.
Yes, we handle both overhead and underground feed installations. Underground work typically takes longer and may require trenching. Our team will explain all options during your estimate.
Yes. If your panel doesn’t have enough capacity, we can upgrade it to 200A or more. This ensures safe charging and prepares your home for future electrical needs.
Delaying an upgrade can increase the risk of fires, insurance claim denials, and even failed inspections when selling your home. It’s always safer — and often cheaper — to take care of it before problems occur.
Yes, we clean up and safely dispose of outdated or unsafe wiring as part of the job.
Yes, we stand behind our work with a 1-year labor warranty and manufacturer’s warranty on the equipment.