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Home EV charging guides
The unglamorous parts of home charging — permits, load math, panel capacity — explained by people who read the code books so you don't have to.
How to Apply for an EV Charger Permit (Step by Step)
The exact process for getting a residential electrical permit for a Level 2 EV charger — who files it, what documents you need, what it costs, and how the inspection works.
EV Charger Load Calculations: Will Your Panel Handle It?
What an NEC load calculation actually checks, why 100A panels are the danger zone, and the three ways to add a Level 2 charger without a full service upgrade.
Do You Need a Permit to Install an EV Charger?
The short answer is yes for any new 240V circuit — and no for most plug-in setups on existing outlets. Every scenario explained, plus what an EV charger permit costs and what happens if you skip it.
Level 2 EV Charger Rebates: How Utility Programs Really Work
With the federal 30C credit gone, utility rebates are the main money for home charging — $250 to $2,500 depending on where you live. The four program shapes, the fine print that disqualifies people, and how to sequence a claim.