Getting an EV charger installed properly matters more than getting it installed cheaply. SMC Electrical Ltd is a NAPIT-registered installer fitting home and workplace EV charge points across Sussex and Surrey. Every installation is tested, certified and registered to BS 7671 (18th Edition) with the dedicated EV chapter (Section 722) properly applied.
EV charger installation in Sussex — qualified, tested, certified.
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Home installation
A proper home EV install — not just a charger on a wall.
- Dedicated 32A or 40A circuit from the consumer unit to the charge point
- Site survey — supply assessment, earthing check (TN-C-S, TN-S or TT), main fuse rating
- Earth electrode installed where the supply is TN-C-S and the charger lacks PEN-fault protection
- Type A RCD or Type B RDC-DD protection as required by Section 722
- Commissioning and Wi-Fi setup so the app works before we leave
- Type A RCD or Type B RDC-DD protection as required by Section 722
- Charger mounted on wall, post or pedestal — tidy cable runs, properly clipped
- Charger mounted on wall, post or pedestal — tidy cable runs, properly clipped
- Electrical Installation Certificate and Building Control notification via NAPIT
We install all major OZEV-approved chargers — Zappi, Hypervolt, Ohme, Wallbox, Easee, Pod Point, Andersen.
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EV CHARGER ESTIMATOR
What charging speed do you need?
Most homes use a 7kW single-phase charger. 22kW requires a three-phase supply, which is less common in domestic properties.
EV CHARGER ESTIMATOR
Which charger would you like?
Pick a brand, then the specific model. All chargers are installed with a dedicated EV consumer unit and surge protection.
EV CHARGER ESTIMATOR
Who's supplying the charger?
If you've already bought your charger, we'll deduct the unit cost from the estimate and install your own.
EV CHARGER ESTIMATOR
How far is the charger from the consumer unit?
A rough cable run is fine — we'll confirm exact routing on the photos or site visit.
EV CHARGER ESTIMATOR
How should the charger be mounted?
Wall mounting is standard. A ground-mounted post is used where there's no suitable wall near the parking spot.
EV CHARGER ESTIMATOR
A couple of things that affect the price.
If you're not sure, choose "Not sure" — we'll confirm from your photos or on a survey.
Does your consumer unit (fuse board) need upgrading?
Any groundworks or trenching needed (e.g. cable under a driveway)?
YOUR ESTIMATE
Here's your guide price.
Based on the options you selected. This is an estimate, not a fixed quote.
ESTIMATED PRICE
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Final fixed price confirmed after photos / site survey. Consumer unit upgrades and groundworks are quoted following survey where required.
Typical lead time: 2–4 weeks, subject to DNO approval and availability.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Dedicated EV consumer unit including surge protection
- UK earthing / PME compliance as required
- Load assessment / CT monitoring setup where required
- Testing, commissioning and certification
- DNO notification / application where applicable
- Charger setup and basic handover
ALMOST THERE
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Enquiry received.
Thanks for getting in touch with SMC Electrical. We've received your enquiry and photos. We'll confirm a fixed price and availability (typically 2–4 weeks, subject to DNO approval). If you'd like to proceed, we'll issue a 30% deposit invoice to secure your installation date.
YOUR SELECTION
Indicative estimate only. Final pricing confirmed by SMC Electrical Ltd after photos or site survey.
Workplace & commercial
Workplace charging, properly specified.
- Electrical Installation Certificate and Building Control notification via NAPIT
- Electrical Installation Certificate and Building Control notification via NAPIT
- Electrical Installation Certificate and Building Control notification via NAPIT
- Electrical Installation Certificate and Building Control notification via NAPIT
- Electrical Installation Certificate and Building Control notification via NAPIT
- Electrical Installation Certificate and Building Control notification via NAPIT
Section 722, applied
A proper home EV install — not just a charger on a wall.
Most EV charger faults we’re called out to fix come from chargers wired in as ‘just another circuit’. Section 722 of BS 7671 sets out specific requirements for EV installations — particularly around earthing, RCD types, and PEN fault protection on TN-C-S supplies. We follow it to the letter.
- Earthing system identified (TN-C-S / TN-S / TT)
- Main fuse rating verified for total load
- Type A RCD or Type B RDC-DD as required
- Earth electrode where charger lacks PEN protection
- Dedicated 32A or 40A circuit installed
- EIC and DNO notification handled
Home installation
A proper home EV install — not just a charger on a wall.
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Section 722 actually applied
Most installation faults we’re called to fix come from chargers wired as ‘just another circuit’. We do the earthing assessment properly.
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OZEV-grant compatible installer
Where you qualify for the EV chargepoint grant (renters and flat owners, £350 off), we handle the application on your behalf.
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Survey before quote
For most homes we can quote from photos of your consumer unit and meter position. No mystery pricing.
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Honest about supply limits
If your main fuse can’t take a 7 kW charger alongside an electric shower, we’ll tell you before you order.
Frequently asked questions
A proper home EV install — not just a charger on a wall.
How long does an EV charger installation take?
Most straightforward home installs are a half-day to a full day.
Do I qualify for the EV chargepoint grant?
The current OZEV grant (£350) is restricted to flat owners and renters. Owner-occupiers in houses no longer qualify.
Which EV charger should I choose?
For solar self-consumption: Zappi. For app-led smart scheduling: Ohme or Hypervolt. For minimalist looks: Andersen. For workplace fleets: Hypervolt or Project EV.
Can I have a charger installed without off-street parking?
Yes, in some cases — Surrey County Council has on-street chargepoint schemes, and channel solutions like Kerbo Charge let you run a cable across the pavement legally.
Do you fit chargers I’ve already bought?
Yes, as long as it’s an OZEV-approved, BS EN 61851-compliant unit.
Will the charger affect my electricity bill?
Only when you’re charging. Pair it with an EV tariff (Octopus Go, Intelligent Octopus, EDF GoElectric) and you’ll typically charge for 6–9p/kWh overnight.
A proper home EV install — not just a charger on a wall.
Home and workplace EV charge points across Surrey and the surrounding villages. Same day survey calls often possible for confirmed installations within a couple of weeks.
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Horsham
West Sussex
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Worthing
West Sussex
03
Guildford
Surrey
04
Cranleigh
Surrey
05
Billingshurst
West Sussex
06
Chichester
West Sussex
Plus surrounding villages and towns across Surrey. Not sure? Drop us a postcode.
