EV Charger Setup

Over 80% of hybrid or electric car owners opt to charge their vehicles at home, thanks to the ease of using a standard 120V outlet that connects directly to the car. However, this method can be quite slow. To charge your car at home more efficiently, it's best to have an EV charging station installed.


Level 1 vs. Level 2 charging in North Idaho

Every EV can trickle-charge from a standard 120V outlet, but at roughly 3 to 5 miles of range per hour, a Level 1 cord struggles to keep up with a real commute - especially through a Coeur d'Alene winter, when cold batteries charge slower and use more energy just to stay warm. A hardwired 240V Level 2 charger typically adds 25 to 40 miles of range per hour, so the car is simply full every morning. That is the upgrade most of our Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, and Post Falls customers are really asking for.

What a professional installation involves

An EV charger is one of the largest continuous loads in your home, so we start with a load calculation to confirm your panel can handle it. From there the job usually means a dedicated 240V circuit sized to your charger, correctly rated wire for the run from panel to garage, GFCI protection where code requires it, and a clean wall mount or NEMA 14-50 outlet. If you drive a Tesla we can hardwire the Wall Connector; every other EV uses the same J1772 or NACS equipment we install and configure daily.

Older homes and panel capacity

A lot of the housing stock in Coeur d'Alene, Dalton Gardens, and older parts of Hayden still runs on 100-amp service, and some homes still carry Federal Pacific or Zinsco panels that should be replaced regardless of whether you buy an EV. If your panel is at its limit, we will tell you plainly - before any work starts - whether a load management device, a smaller circuit, or a panel upgrade is the right answer, and what each option costs.

Permits and inspection, handled

EV charger circuits in Kootenai County require an electrical permit and a state inspection. We pull the permit, do the work to code, and meet the inspector, so the installation protects your home, your warranty, and your insurance - not just your charge speed.

Where we install

We install home EV chargers across Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, Post Falls, Dalton Gardens, Rathdrum, Athol, Spirit Lake, and into Liberty Lake and Spokane Valley, Washington.

Why homeowners call us

Problem Solved Electric is a licensed, insured journeyman electrician crew rated 5.0 stars across more than 130 Google reviews. You will know what we are doing, why, and what it costs before we start.

Send us a photo of your electrical panel and the charger you have in mind, and we will tell you exactly what your setup needs - call or text (208) 352-0662.

A quick note on equipment

Home charging stations offer electric vehicle owners the advantage of saving both time and money by eliminating the need for trips to public charging stations and avoiding long times. It's essential to note that modern electric vehicles come equipped with built-in chargers; all that's needed is a power supply to facilitate the conversion. What an electrician installs on your wall is actually called Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE), often referred to as a charging station for convenience For simplicity, we'll call it an electric vehicle station.

Problem Solved Electric’s skilled electricians are ready to assist you in installing an EV charging station, allowing you to fully recharge your car overnight.

Frequently asked questions about EV charger installation

Do you install home EV chargers? Yes. Home EV charger installation is one of our core services. We are licensed and insured, and we handle the permit and inspection for you.

How do I get a quote for an EV charger installation? Call or text a photo of your electrical panel to 208-352-0662. A photo helps us confirm what your panel can handle and give you a faster, more accurate quote.

What areas do you serve for EV charger installation? We serve Hayden, Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Rathdrum, Dalton Gardens, Liberty Lake, and Spokane Valley from our home base in Hayden, Idaho.

Typical cost

We publish flat prices for EV charger installs so there are no surprises. With a Tesla Wall Connector or ChargePoint Home Flex included, the installed price is $1,754.50 when the panel is within about 30 feet of the charger, $2,524.50 for 40 to 99 feet of wire, and $3,294.50 for 100 to 150 feet. If you already own your charger, the same three tiers are $1,094.50, $1,864.50 and $2,634.50. Every tier includes the dedicated circuit up to 50 amps, conduit and fittings, the electrical permit, hookup and testing. Trenching, concrete cutting and panel upgrades are quoted separately, and sales tax is added where it applies. You can book any tier online, and the price holds unless we find something at the panel that was not visible when you booked.