Can I Install an EV Charger at Home?
Most homes in Ireland can install a home EV charger. The key factor is where you park, not the age or type of property.
In most cases, yes, you can install an EV charger at home. The majority of homes in Ireland are suitable, and installation is usually more straightforward than people expect.
The most important requirement is having a reliable place to park your car where a charger can be installed nearby. This is why homes with driveways or garages are the simplest cases, but they are not the only ones that work.
If you regularly park your car in the same place overnight and there is a safe route for cabling from the fuse board to that parking location, installation is usually possible. The exact layout of the house matters less than the practical connection between the electrical system and where the car is parked.
From an electrical perspective, most homes already have enough capacity to support a standard 7kW home charger. This is assessed before installation, along with the condition of the fuse board and earthing. Many homes do not need any upgrades, and where changes are required, they are identified in advance.
Apartments and shared parking situations can still be suitable, but they often require additional planning or permission from a management company or property owner. In these cases, the challenge is usually administrative rather than technical.
If a home relies entirely on unassigned on-street parking, installing a charger becomes much more difficult. Home charging generally requires a predictable place to park and charge overnight.
Suitability is always confirmed through an assessment before installation. This removes guesswork and ensures the charger can be installed safely and cleanly.