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			<h3>Home Installation Help for Level 2 Systems</h3>		
		<h3><strong>How do I go about having a charger installed at my home?</strong></h3>
<p>A Level 1 charger can simply be plugged into a standard 120 volt outlet. However, if you plan to use a Level 2 charger, which has a faster charging speed, this will need to be plugged into a less common 240 volt outlet.&nbsp; If you don’t already have one, an electrician will need to wire the 240 volt circuit.&nbsp; This will include installing a 50-amp circuit breaker in your home's electric panel and connecting it to a 240 volt NEMA 14-50 outlet or a hard-wired wall-mounted charging station.&nbsp; The 240 volt outlet should be installed in a location that is both convenient for charging your vehicle and accommodates the length of the EV power cord.&nbsp; This professional installation can range from only a few hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on the location of the house panel and the charging outlet.</p>
<p>The station will come with a cord and charger head that plugs into your EV.&nbsp; Since the unit's default setting is set to low power in standby mode, it is fine to always leave the vehicle plugged in and connected to power (“on”).</p>
<p>Make sure to find certified installers near you that are experienced, licensed electricians that are familiar with and licensed to install a 240 volt system.</p>
<p>Other things to think about when choosing and installing your home charging station:</p>
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<li>What length of cord will I need to charge reach my EV(s) from the install location? The charging units can be ordered with different cord lengths to suit your needs.</li>
<li>Massachusetts also requires that you get a permit. You may need to go to the town’s building division at town hall, fill out a form, etc. Contact us to find out more information about the completing the process where you live. (Most electricians can pull permits for home owners.)</li>
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