If you're looking to improve your commute from Concord to Portsmouth in an ultra-efficient vehicle, Audi Stratham is the automotive partner you need. Our expansive Audi e-tron® lineup makes it easy to find your EV fit. Before you buy, you might be curious about how to prepare your home for an electric vehicle. Luckily, Audi Stratham is here to offer plenty of insightful car buying tips to make your upgrade seamless. Whether you're looking forward to the spacious Audi Q4 e-tron® interior or you want to add a thrill to your Manchester commutes with an Audi e-tron® GT model, we can help you get your electric vehicle charging station up and running. Learn more with our team below!
1. Select an Electric Vehicle Home Charger (AKA Charging Level)
When you research electric vehicle home chargers, you see that you'll have two distinct options for your Nashua garage. Review your choices to prepare your home for an electric vehicle:
- Level 1 EVCharging Station: Electric vehicle charging batteries with a Level 1 charger can take a day or more to complete.
- Level 2 EVCharging Station: Electric vehicle charging batteries with a Level 2 can take a few hours to complete. In many cases, you can gain 60-200 miles of range in just 20-30 minutes of Level 2 charging.
2. Ready Your Garage for Your Electric Vehicle Charging Station
If you haven't had the chance to take on your spring cleaning, prepping your home for an EV is the ideal time. You'll want to clear the clutter from your garage to ensure you have adequate space for your EV and charging station.
3. Find Your Power Panel & Assess Consumption
Your home has a power panel that's responsible for sending electricity through the entire building. It will offer a rating for a maximum amount of current flow measured in Amperes. Generally, new homes in the Stratham area are equipped with a 100 Amp power panel. You'll want to assess your power usage before installing an EV charger. You don't want to overload the electric distribution panel.
4. Hire an Electrician
Next, get in touch with an electrician. You can voice any questions or concerns you have about your power consumption at this point. This is also a good time to have them install a dedicated 240-volt plug or add a hardwired circuit back to the power panel. In most cases, this job costs only a few hundred dollars but can be up to $3,000 if your power panel needs an upgrade.
5. Buy Your Electric Vehicle Home Charger & Have it Installed
Once you've consulted with your electrician, you can pick out your EV charging station and have it installed. You can also work with our Audi e-tron® specialists to decide what charging system is right for you.
Contact Audi Stratham to Learn More!
Still have lingering questions about how to prepare your home for an electric vehicle? Not to worry! You can always rely on Audi Stratham to provide you with the guidance and resources you need. We're committed to helping you establish your electric vehicle charging station the proper way. From helping you with electric vehicle charging batteries to offering information on our fuel-efficient models like the Audi Q5, Audi Stratham is here for you.
