Yes, you can get a home EV charger installation by booking it online with us. A home EV charger makes it easy to charge your electric car overnight, so you don’t need to find a public charging point in the morning.

It's also a faster option than trying to charge your car off the mains supply using a three-pin plug.

Our current range of home EV chargers offer 7-7.4kW of power, making them much faster; though they won't charge as quickly as the public EV rapid chargers, which are around 50kW, or ultra-fast chargers that offer around 100kW.

Please be aware that we are not currently installing EV chargers in these areas:

Scottish Islands, Isle of Wight, Northern Ireland, Guernsey and Jersey.

Any of the following UK postcodes: HS1–HS9, KW15–KW17, ZE1–ZE3, PO30–PO41, BT, JE, GY.

Eligibility criteria also apply.

Getting the right charger to match your needs will make your transition to EV life easier, so it’s worth spending some time thinking about your needs before you take the plunge. Here’s our handy guide to what to consider when choosing a charger.

• Budget: Set a budget before you start your research. EV chargers come in a wide price range, so knowing your budget will help narrow down your options.

• Charging speed: Chargers come with a range of power outputs, measured in kilowatts (kW). Higher kW chargers offer faster charging times.

• Features: Higher-end chargers can offer advanced features like smart charging, Wi-Fi connectivity, load balancing, and integration with solar panels. Think about whether you can or want to pay for these extra features in your charger. We dive into what smart features are available below.

• Compatibility and safety: Make sure that the charger you choose is compatible with your EV and is professionally installed. You can do this by checking the charger and your EV’s connector types and confirming charging capacity. Also make sure your EV charger has safety certificates like CE.

• Cable length: Measure how long you need your EV charger cable to be and make sure that the charger you choose has a cable that’s long enough to reach your car.

• Tethered or untethered: Tethered chargers have a fixed cable attached, whereas with untethered chargers you need to use your own separate cable.

• Futureproofing: As with lots of technology, EV charger technology is advancing quickly, so it’s worth looking for an EV charger that is easy to upgrade or already offers advanced features.

EV chargers with smart features can make charging more convenient, help you manage your energy use and help you save money too, so if you can afford a smart home EV charger it’s worth considering. Some key smart features to look out for for you EV charger installation include:

• Remote monitoring and control: For chargers with smartphone apps, like our range of home EV chargers, you can monitor charging status, start or stop charging, and adjust settings remotely.

• Scheduled charging: You can also set charging schedules to take advantage of off-peak electricity rates that some tariffs, like our Next Drive tariff include. This can reduce your charging costs.

You can book an EV charger installation with us. Your quote will include both the EV charger and professional installation from E.ON Next. Before purchasing your charger, we’ll ask you a few simple questions to make sure your home is suitable. We'll also ask for photos of where you'd like the charging point to be, as well as where your EV will be parked while charging. We can then book your EV charger installation on a date to suit you.

Your home EV charger installation includes:

• Tethered or untethered charger options.

• 3-year product and 1-year workmanship warranty.

• Wi-Fi or 3G/4G compatibility.

• Up to 7.4KW output, depending on your electric vehicle.

• Type 2 socket on tethered chargers.

• Solar charging compatibility.

• Dedicated support team and online guides.

• Installation of your chosen EV charger to a brick or plaster wall on your property.

• A maximum run of 5m cable from the wall-mounted position to your fuse box (also known as your consumer unit), with no civil or remedial electrical work needed. Cables longer than 5m can be installed at an additional cost if required.

• The cable to the EV charge point being neatly clipped flush to the wall or inside a conduit. A dedicated earthing spike will also be installed.

• Checks to ensure your charging point is working correctly with your EV.

• Registering your home EV charger’s Guarantee with the manufacturer.

To have an EV charger installed you’ll need:

• Dedicated off-street parking, like a drive or garage. We can’t install your charger away from your property, for example a dedicated off-road parking space away from your home.

• To check with your landlord if you live in a rented property. We’ll need proof they’ve agreed before we can install the charging point.

• A good Wi-Fi connection. Many smart chargers come with features and functions that mean they need to access the internet, so make sure the location you pick for your EV charger is within the range of the router.

• Enough electrical capacity to charge your EV. Check your home’s capacity before buying an EV charger to ensure it can support charger installation.

• Space to plug in your electric car, and an easily accessible location for the charger to be installed.

No, but don’t worry as all our home EV chargers come with professional installation as standard - ensuring that everything is done safely. You’ll also get a 3-year product and 1-year workmanship warranty.

Firstly, there are a few bits you can do before the installer gets there:

• Make sure the space around your electricity meter and the charger fitting point is clear.

• Get your WiFi password ready to help us connect your charger.

• Your EV charger will arrive on the day of the installation between 7.30am and 9am.

Once the installer is there they will:

• Confirm where you want the EV charger to be fitted, based on proximity to parking and the type of charger.

• Mount the EV charger and install cabling to connect it to your electricity supply.

• Demonstrate how everything works.

We include surge protection with EV charger installations for no extra charge if your home is powered by underground electricity cables. Around 85% of homes in the UK are powered this way, so there’s a good chance your home falls into this category. In these cases, we install a standard Type 2 surge protection device (SPD). The remaining 15% of UK homes are supplied with electricity via overhead cables and external telegraph pole mounted chargers. If your home falls under this category, then you’ll need both Type 1 and Type 2 surge protection devices. These devices protect you and your property from harm in the event of a direct or nearby lightning strike. To comply with health and safety regulations, we’re obliged to include these when installing an EV charger on a property of this type. If the above applies to you, then we’ll charge you an additional £50 to fit these devices.

With our Next Drive EV tariff you get cheaper overnight EV charging³ and so much more.

Included with this tariff is a free 1 year subscription to Zoom EV benefits and discounts⁴ - plus, you can also get our E.ON Drive Comfort app for easy access to over 20,000 UK charging points.

Check out our other energy tariffs.