The installation of electric car charging stations is a service that can be afforded mainly by owners of garages and private parking spaces. However, it is not cheap. The entire investment requires consultation with a professional electrician and often even interference with the electrical system. Find out more details about connecting a charger to an electrician.
Installing electric car charging stations - what does it look like?
A private electric car charging station is a more convenient alternative to powering your car at public locations or via a standard electrical outlet. By installing a wallbox unit, you will be able to charge your electric car quickly and without leaving your garage.
How do you get down to installing an electric car charger? First, familiarise yourself with the capabilities of your home electrical system and the wallbox itself. The large power supply of an electrician may not be suitable for every system supplying electricity. Installing an electric car charging station therefore requires consultation with the power company or building manager. A professional will determine the need for modifications to the existing installations, as well as carry out any necessary technical work.
If the adjustment of the electrical installation for electric car charging is successful, it is time to move on to the installation of the device itself. You can partially do it yourself. Install the wallbox to the wall or post according to the installation template and the diagram of the electric car charging station. Drill holes in the appropriate places and then place the wall plugs in them. The next step is to screw the mounting plate in place using screws. Hang the charging station on the base thus prepared.
The final step in assembling and commissioning the charger is to connect it to the electrical system. It is advisable to have a qualified and experienced electrician do this. In this way, you will be guaranteed safety during the entire project. 
How long does it take to install electric car charging stations?
The installation of a zero-emission car charging station is a process that can be carried out over the course of one to two days. The length of the installation depends on the scope of the work. There may be changes to the electrical installation, the routing of additional cables (often with a larger cross-section), as well as the installation itself and the commissioning of the charging device.
It is worth bearing in mind that sometimes the process of installing a charging station can be prolonged by formal matters. If you live in a block of flats and the electrical installation needs to be adapted to accommodate a car charging station, you will need to obtain permission from the manager or housing association.
Where can an electric car charging station be installed?
The installation of an electric car charging station can be installed in various locations. Typically, people choose to install chargers on a wall in the garage. If you have a private, covered place to store your car, this is likely to be the most convenient point to set up the installation.
Locating the car charger inside the house will require less work in terms of running new cables. Besides, a station at the car's permanent location makes the most sense, as it allows unlimited charging when the vehicle is not in use.
However, if you do not have access to a built-in space for your car, there is no harm. The installation of power points can also take place outside the walls of residential buildings. All you need to do is run the electrical system to your parking space and then locate the charging stand there.
When buying a charger that you intend to mount outdoors, you need to pay attention to its finish. Good and high-quality units are made of IP66-rated waterproof materials. With such freestanding charging stations, you do not need to worry about their durability or weather resistance. 
Electric car charger installation - price
What is the cost of installing an electric car charging station? The price of such a service may vary from several dozen to several hundred PLN, and the difference in the final amount depends on several factors. The cost of installing the charger is influenced, among other things, by the resulting scope of work to adjust the electrical installation and the power supply. The far distance of the charger from the electrical switchboard also generates additional costs.
In the case of free-standing stations, it will still be an additional expense to build a post for mounting the charger. Such structures need to be stable, so sometimes they even need foundations to brace them in the ground.
