EV Charging: Home vs Public

Understanding the benefits of installing a Level 2 home charger for your electric vehicle. Most EV owners charge primarily at home and use public charging as a backup when traveling.

Home Charging Advantages

A Level 2 home charger (240V, 32-48A) adds 20 to 30 miles of range per hour of charging. Charged overnight on Eversource off-peak rates, the cost per mile drops to around 3 to 4 cents compared to 12 to 25 cents at public DC fast chargers.

Public Charging Realities

Public Level 2 chargers typically cost $0.20 to $0.35 per kWh. DC fast chargers run $0.40 to $0.65 per kWh at peak times. Convenience fees and session fees can add $1 to $3 per charge.

The Bottom Line

For most Connecticut homeowners, a $1,200 to $1,800 installed Level 2 charger pays for itself in fuel savings within 2 to 3 years. West Electric handles the permit, panel evaluation, and charger installation in one visit.