An EV Smart Charger Can Help You Charge Efficiently—and Affordably
For electric vehicle owners, installing a home EV charger is essential to get the most from your EV. Not only will it provide greater convenience by enabling you to charge at home, but it will inevitably save you money compared to using third-party chargers. However, when it comes to getting the most from your home charging experience, installing an EV smart charger should be a top priority.
At TCA Electric, we’ve seen EV charging technology evolve quite a bit over the years, going from clunky to convenient, and with new features added to emerging devices seemingly every year. When it comes to charging affordably and sustainably, installing a smart EV charger is an excellent option that provides a number of key benefits. Here’s why you should consider a smart charger for your home.
What Is a Smart EV Charger?
Like any smart device, a smart EV charger is simply a charger that is able to communicate remotely with a variety of other devices and entities. This includes compatibility with mobile devices, the electrical grid, your electrical panel, and potentially even more.
While this may not seem like a huge deal, it can make a big difference in how effectively and efficiently you can charge your electric vehicle. Here are some of the biggest benefits of an EV smart charger.
Cost Savings
One of the biggest benefits of a smart EV charger is the potential for cost savings. By communicating with the power grid, a smart charger can ensure your electric vehicle is primarily charging at off-peak times.
Charging at peak times can greatly increase your electric bill, so avoiding these hours will provide significant cost savings compared to a standard charger.
Lengthen the EV Battery Lifespan
While many electric vehicles feature technology to ensure your battery is charging in a way that will maximize its lifespan, a smart EV charger can take this even further. A smart charger can be set to adjust charging rates for optimal battery health, avoiding issues like overcharging and ensuring you’ll get the most from your vehicle in the long term.
Convenience
A smart charger will typically include a mobile app, through which you can connect to your charger remotely. This enables you to monitor charging from anywhere, not just from your garage. The charger will provide you with real-time information on the status of your EV, charging rates, and much more.
In addition, smart chargers provide greater convenience by reducing the onus on the owner to plug in at the right time. If you get home from work, you can plug in your EV immediately, relying on the charger to choose the right time to begin charging and avoid peak hours.
Protect the Power Grid
Charging at off-peak times does more than just save you money—it can also help to protect the power grid. By automatically choosing optimal times to charge, smart EV chargers help everyone by mitigating power demands on the electrical grid.
Compatibility with Smart Home Devices
As a smart device itself, a smart EV charger is readily compatible with other home automation technologies.
In particular, pairing a smart charger with a smart electrical panel ensures even further optimization of your power usage and consumption, provides further information about your home’s electrical usage, and will likely save even more on energy costs.
Get the Most from Your Home Charging Experience
As Vancouver’s top EV charging installation experts, our team at TCA Electric is always looking to provide homeowners with the most innovative and effective EV charging solutions. Smart EV chargers provide the best in at-home charging, ensuring electric vehicle owners can go farther, achieve greater independence—and save money in the process.
Our team of licensed and qualified electricians works with all of the best charging devices from leading manufacturers like Tesla, FLO, and ChargePoint. No matter your needs or budget, we’ll work with you to determine the most effective charging solution that will keep you moving. Reach out today to get started!