A Level 2 EV charger is a 240-volt appliance that draws between 24 and 48 continuous amps for hours at a time. That continuous load drives the design: a dedicated branch circuit sized at 125% of charger amperage per NEC 625.41, conductors and overcurrent protection matched to that calculation, and a service load review to confirm the existing panel can carry the new draw.
Apex Power Solutions installs hardwired and plug-in Level 2 chargers from every major manufacturer (Tesla Wall Connector, ChargePoint Home Flex, Wallbox, Emporia, Grizzl-E). We pull the permit, perform the NEC 220 load calculation, install the dedicated circuit, mount the unit, energize it, and verify operation with the vehicle on site.
What's Included
- NEC 220 service load calculation to confirm available capacity
- Dedicated 240V branch circuit sized to charger nameplate × 1.25
- Hardwired or NEMA 14-50 receptacle install per manufacturer instructions
- Surface or in-wall conduit routed for a clean finished appearance
- GFCI protection where required by NEC 625.54
- Charger commissioning and a verified charge session with your vehicle
Materials, Equipment & Code
- Copper THHN/THWN-2 conductors sized per NEC Table 310.16, typically 6 AWG for 48A chargers
- Square D QO or Eaton CH 50A or 60A 2-pole breaker matched to the existing panel
- Industrial-grade NEMA 14-50 receptacle (Hubbell or Bryant) when a plug-in install is requested
- Galvanized EMT or schedule-40 PVC conduit with proper supports per NEC 358 / 352
Safety & Compliance
- Permit pulled with the local AHJ and final inspection scheduled before energizing
- Panel load verified to ensure new continuous load does not exceed 80% of bus rating
- Equipment grounding conductor terminated to the EV charger ground lug per manufacturer spec
Our 4-Step Process
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Call or Submit the Form
Call Apex Power Solutions LLC at +1 (555) 847-3291 or use the form on this page to describe what you need.
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Free On-Site Assessment & Written Estimate
A licensed electrician visits, assesses the work, and delivers a detailed written estimate with no hidden charges.
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Permitted, Code-Compliant Installation
Once approved, our crew completes the work to current NEC and Georgia code, pulling permits where the job requires inspection.
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Final Walkthrough & Cleanup
The lead electrician walks you through every completed item, demonstrates new equipment, and leaves the work area cleaner than we found it.
Questions about EV Charger Installation
Q: Does my electrical panel need to be upgraded before an EV charger?
A: Not always. A documented load calculation tells us whether your existing service has the headroom to add a 32A, 40A, or 48A continuous load. Many 200A panels can accept a Level 2 charger as-is; older 100A or 125A services frequently need an upgrade or load management device. We confirm in writing before quoting the install.
Q: Hardwired or plug-in — which is better?
A: Hardwired installs allow the full nameplate amperage of most chargers and are required for outdoor installs in some jurisdictions. Plug-in installs on a NEMA 14-50 receptacle are portable and convenient but are typically limited to 40A. We recommend the option that matches your vehicle's onboard charger capacity and where the unit will be mounted.
Q: How long does the install take?
A: Most single-charger residential installs are completed in three to five hours once parts are on site. Runs longer than 40 feet, exterior installs, or panel-side work to add load management can extend that to a full day.
Related Services
- Panel UpgradesReplace outdated, overloaded, or unsafe panels with a properly sized, permitted, and labeled service that meets current code.
- Outlets & SwitchesNew, additional, or replacement receptacles and switches — GFCI, AFCI, USB, dedicated, and tamper-resistant per current code.
- Safety InspectionsDocumented whole-home inspection covering panel, branch circuits, grounding, GFCI/AFCI protection, and code-required smoke and CO devices.