Yes, you can get a home EV charger installation, you can simply book it online with us. Home chargers are much faster than trying to plug and charge your car off the mains supply using a three-pin plug.

Plus you can charge your electric car overnight like you do your phone, so you don’t need to find a public charging point in the morning.

Home EV chargers tend to be fast chargers, around 7kW, which means that they won't charge as quickly as the public EV rapid chargers (around 50kW) or ultra-fast chargers (around 100kW), but the Wallbox should still get your electric car to full charge in a few hours.

Please be aware that we are not currently installing EV chargers in these areas:

• Outside of the mainland UK.

• Northern Ireland.

• Any of the following UK postcodes: AB, DD, DG, FK, HS, IV, KA, KW, KY, ML, PA, PH, TD, ZE and PO31 through to PO41.

Eligibility criteria also apply.

Getting the right charger to match your needs will make your transition to EV life easier, so it’s worth spending some time thinking about your needs before you take the plunge. Here’s our handy guide to what to consider when choosing a charger.

• Budget: Set a budget before you start your research. EV chargers come in a wide price range, so knowing your budget will help narrow down your options.

• Charging speed: Chargers come with a range of power outputs, measured in kilowatts (kW). Higher kW chargers offer faster charging times.

• Features: Higher-end chargers can offer advanced features like smart charging, Wi-Fi connectivity, load balancing, and integration with solar panels. Think about whether you can or want to pay for these extra features in your charger. We dive into what smart features are available below.

• Compatibility and safety: Make sure that the charger you choose is compatible with your EV and is professionally installed. You can do this by checking the charger and your EV’s connector types and confirming charging capacity. Also make sure your EV charger has safety certificates like CE.

• Cable length: Measure how long you need your EV charger cable to be and make sure that the charger you choose has a cable that’s long enough to reach your car.

• Tethered or untethered: Tethered chargers have a fixed cable attached, whereas with untethered chargers you need to use your own separate cable.

• Futureproofing: As with lots of technology, EV charger technology is advancing quickly, so it’s worth looking for an EV charger that is easy to upgrade or already offers advanced features.

EV chargers with smart features can make charging more convenient, help you manage your energy use and help you save money too, so if you can afford a smart home EV charger it’s worth considering. Some key smart features to look out for for you EV charger installation include:

• Remote monitoring and control: For chargers with smartphone apps, like our range of home EV chargers, you can monitor charging status, start or stop charging, and adjust settings remotely.

• Scheduled charging: You can also set charging schedules to take advantage of off-peak electricity rates that some tariffs, like our Next Drive tariff include. This can reduce your charging costs.

You can book an EV charger installation with us. Your quote includes both the EV charger and professional installation from E.ON.

When you’re purchasing your charger we’ll ask you several questions to make sure that we can install one in your home, including asking for photos of where you'd want the charging point placed and where your electric vehicle will be plugged in.

We’ll book your EV charger installation on a date that suits you and send one of our friendly expert installers to get your charger fitted.

Your home EV charger installation includes:

• Tethered or untethered charger options.

• 3 year workmanship warranty.

• Open access mode.

• RFID card.

• Control via our E.ON Home app.

• Wi-Fi compatible.

• Up to 7.4KW output, depending on your electric vehicle.

• Type 2 socket.

• Installation of your chosen EV charge point to a brick or plaster wall on your property.

• A maximum run of 10m cable from the wall-mounted position to your fuse box (also known as your consumer unit), with no civil or remedial electrical work needed. Cables longer than 10m can be installed at an additional cost if required.

• The cable to the EV charge point will be neatly clipped flush to the wall or in conduit. A dedicated earthing spike will also be installed.

• Check your charging point is working correctly with your EV.

• Register your home charger’s guarantee with the manufacturer.

To have an EV charger installed you’ll need:

• Dedicated off-street parking, like a drive or garage. We can’t install your charger away from your property, for example a dedicated off-road parking space away from your home.

• To check with your landlord if you live in a rented property. We’ll need proof they’ve agreed before we can install the charging point.

• A good Wi-Fi connection. Many smart chargers come with features and functions that mean they need to access the internet, so make sure the location you pick for your EV charger is within the range of the router.

• Enough electrical capacity to charge your EV. Check your home’s capacity before buying an EV charger to ensure it can support charger installation.

• Space to plug in your electric car, and an easily accessible location for the charger to be installed.

No, but don’t worry as all our home EV chargers come with professional installation as standard - ensuring that everything is done safely. You’ll also get a 3 year product and workmanship warranty.

Firstly, there are a few bits you can do before the installer gets there:

• Make sure the space is clear around the electricity meter and where you want the charger point installing.

• Get your WiFi password ready so we can connect your charger.

Once the installer is there he will:

• Confirm where you want the EV charger fitted based on where your car will be parked and the type of charger you’re getting.

• Fix the charger and install cabling to connect it to your electricity supply.

• Demonstrate how everything works for you and how you can charge your electric car.

We include surge protection with EV charger installations for no extra charge if your home is powered by underground electricity cables. Around 85% of homes in the UK are powered this way, so there’s a good chance your home falls under this category. In these cases, we install a standard Type 2 surge protection device (SPD).

The remaining 15% of UK homes are supplied with electricity via overhead cables and external telegraph pole mounted chargers. If your home falls under this category, then you’ll need both Type 1 and Type 2 surge protection devices. These devices protect you and your property from harm in the event of a direct or nearby lightning strike.

To comply with health and safety regulations, we’re obliged to include these when installing an EV charger on a property of this type. If the above applies to you, then we’ll charge you an additional £50 to fit these devices to make sure your EV charger installation meets regulations.

With our Next Drive EV tariff you get cheaper overnight EV charging³, 100% renewable electricity⁴ and so much more.

Included with this tariff is a free 1 year subscription to Zoom EV benefits and discounts⁵ - plus, you can also get our E.ON Drive Comfort app for easy access to over 20,000 UK charging points.

Check out our other energy tariffs.