How Much Does EV Charger Installation Actually Cost?

Installing an EV charger at a new build home is typically simpler and cheaper than at an older property. Your consumer unit is modern, the wiring is up to current standards, and the cable run from the fuse box to the garage or driveway is usually short.

Total cost (charger + installation): £800 – £1,500 before the government grant. After grant: £450 – £1,150.

This includes the charger unit itself, all cabling, a dedicated circuit at the consumer unit, mounting, testing, and commissioning. A standard new build installation takes 3-4 hours.

Charger choice: The biggest variable. An Ohme Home Pro at £450 vs an Andersen A2 at £1,000 is a £550 difference before anyone picks up a drill.

Cable run length: The distance from your consumer unit (usually under the stairs or in the garage) to where the charger is mounted. Under 10m is standard and included in most quotes. Over 15m may add £100-£200 for extra cable and trunking.

Consumer unit capacity: New builds almost always have capacity for an extra circuit. If yours doesn't (rare), a small consumer unit upgrade adds £150-£300.

Cable routing: If the cable can run through the garage or loft, it's simple. If it needs to go externally along a wall, there's additional trunking work. Still not expensive — usually £50-£100 extra.

Earthing: New builds have PME earthing systems. For an EV charger mounted outside, the installer may need to install an additional earth rod. This is standard practice and most installers include it in the quote — but ask to be sure.

The government grant (currently up to £350) covers part of the purchase and installation cost. It's applied directly to your installer's bill — you never see the money yourself.

• Budget setup (Ohme + standard install): £900 total → £550 after grant
• Mid-range (Wallbox + standard install): £1,100 total → £750 after grant
• Premium (Andersen + standard install): £1,500 total → £1,150 after grant

• DNO notification: Your installer must notify your Distribution Network Operator (DNO) about the installation. This is free and mandatory — if an installer charges you for it, question why.
• Trenching: If the charger is on a freestanding post in the driveway (not wall-mounted), you may need a trench dug for the cable. This can add £200-£500 depending on length and surface.
• Load management: If your home's electrical supply is at capacity (unlikely in a new build but possible), you may need a load management device (£100-£200) to prevent overloading.
• Parking post: If you don't have a garage wall or house wall near your parking spot, a mounting post costs £100-£250.

Always get at least 3 quotes. EV charger installation is a competitive market and prices vary significantly between installers. Some include the charger unit in their price, others quote labour only — make sure you're comparing like for like.

Post a job on MyNewHomeHub describing your setup (new build, garage location, preferred charger if you have one) and we'll connect you with OZEV registered installers in your area. Compare quotes, check reviews, and choose with confidence.