Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Installation MISTAKES | How to Do It RIGHT | Electrician POV Ep. 28
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Installation MISTAKES | How to Do It RIGHT | Electrician POV Ep. 28. In this episode of Master Electrician POV, I break down the most common Tesla wall connector and other electric vehicle (EV) charging installation mistakes I see as a licensed electrical contractor working in residential and commercial construction. If you’re a homeowner, DIYer, or electrician looking to understand EV charger installation, electrical load calculations, breaker sizing, wiring methods, and electrical code requirements, this video shows how the job should be done correctly. EV chargers are one of the most misunderstood electrical installations in home improvement and residential construction. Whether you’re installing a Tesla wall connector, upgrading your electrical panel, or planning future electrical work, it’s critical to understand how electricity, electrical panels, circuit capacity, and continuous loads work together. Improper EV charger installation can lead to failed inspections, overheating conductors, nuisance breaker tripping, or expensive electrical rework. ⚡ Landers Electric Recommended EV Chargers Tesla Universal Wall Connector 👉 https://amzn.to/3Nu1ioB Emporia Pro EV Charger 👉 https://amzn.to/4bKswBe ChargePoint Home Flex 👉 https://amzn.to/3Zgna9D These are the three EV chargers I recommend most often for residential installations. Each one has different electrical requirements, load considerations, and installation details that need to be handled correctly. The Emporia Pro EV Charger is a great option for homeowners who want energy monitoring and load management. It allows you to track electrical usage and helps prevent overloading an existing 100 amp or 125 amp electrical panel, making it an excellent choice when a full panel upgrade isn’t ideal. The ChargePoint Home Flex is another popular option with flexible amperage settings and wide vehicle compatibility, but it is often installed incorrectly when proper load calculations are skipped. 🔧 What This Video Covers • Why EV chargers are considered a continuous electrical load • How breaker sizing and wire sizing affect safety and performance • Common electrical mistakes that cause failed inspections • When a panel upgrade is required and when it isn’t • Why many EV chargers fail even though they appear to work • How to properly install a Tesla Universal Wall Connector • Key differences between Tesla, Emporia, and ChargePoint chargers This is real-world electrical work based on field experience, not theory. 👷 Who This Video Is For • Homeowners installing an EV charger • Tesla owners upgrading to Level 2 charging • Electricians and apprentices • Homeowners considering an electrical panel upgrade • Anyone who wants their electrical work done correctly the first time Important Tools Used in This Install Bluetti Apex 300 👉 https://amzn.to/4rcig9r Wiha Torque Screwdriver 👉 https://amzn.to/4r2FuyK 🎥 Watch the full Master Electrician POV series here: • Master Electrician POV ⚡ Professional EV Charger Installation – San Diego If you’re located in Southern California and need an EV charger installed or your electrical panel evaluated, I offer EV charger installation, electrical panel upgrades, load calculations, and Tesla, Emporia, and ChargePoint installations for residential and commercial properties. 🌐 https://www.landerselectric.net Looking for simple estimating and invoicing software for contractors? 👉 Project2Payment — built specifically for electricians and trades. No gimmicks. No bloated features. Just $20/month, and right now you get 50% off your first 3 months — only $10/month to try it out. Perfect for estimates, invoices, job tracking, and getting paid faster. 👉 https://project2payment.com/landersel... About the Expert: Stephan Landers is a C-10 Electrical Contractors License holder and the founder of Landers Electrical Contracting Inc. (DBA Landers Electric). With 20+ years of experience, he shares professional knowledge and provides quality electrical services in San Diego, California. 🔗 Business Inquiries: [email protected] 🔗 Verify My License: https://www2.cslb.ca.gov/onlineservic... #electrician #electrical #electricity #howto #diy #sandiegoelectrician #electricianpov #evcharger #ev #electriccar #masterelectrician