EV Charger Installation
Northern Beaches

Most home EV charger installations on the Northern Beaches take between 2 to 4 hours, depending on the complexity of the job and your existing electrical setup. A straightforward installation where the switchboard is in good condition and the charger location is close to the meter board is typically completed in around 2 hours. If your switchboard needs an upgrade or we need to run longer cable routes — for example, from a switchboard at the front of the house to a garage at the rear — the job may take closer to 4 hours or a full half-day. Connery Electrical provides a fixed-price quote after an initial assessment so you know exactly what to expect. We schedule installations to minimise disruption and can often complete the full job in a single visit.

It depends on the age and condition of your current switchboard. EV chargers draw a significant amount of power — a typical 7kW home charger needs a dedicated 32-amp circuit. If your switchboard is older, has ceramic fuses instead of modern circuit breakers, or is already running close to capacity, an upgrade will likely be required before installation. Many Northern Beaches homes built before the 1990s still have original switchboards that don't meet current safety standards. During our free assessment, we check your switchboard capacity, existing circuit loads, and wiring condition to determine whether an upgrade is needed. If it is, we include it in your quote upfront — no surprises. A switchboard upgrade also brings your home up to current Australian safety standards, which is a benefit beyond just EV charging.

Yes, Connery Electrical installs EV chargers in apartment buildings, townhouse complexes, and strata properties across the Northern Beaches. Apartment installations are more involved than standalone homes because they typically require strata approval, metering considerations, and coordination with the body corporate. Common setups include connecting the charger to your individual unit's meter so you pay for your own electricity, or installing shared charging stations in visitor or common parking areas. We can help you prepare a proposal for your strata committee, including technical specifications and safety documentation. We also handle all the electrical work — from running cables through common areas to installing the charger in your allocated parking space. Every installation complies with Australian wiring standards and is completed by a licensed NSW electrician. Call us on 0421 755 198 to discuss your apartment setup.