EV Charger Installation Across Ontario
Charge at home. Done right, done once.
Level 2 Charger Installation
Level 2 EV charger installation for homes and businesses across Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville, Mississauga, Kitchener, Brantford, St. Catharines, and all of Southwestern Ontario. Free panel assessment. ESA permit handled.
ECRA/ESA# 7017881
Level 1 - Standard outlet
Plugs into any 120V household outlet. No installation required – just plug in. Charges at roughly 7-12 km of range per hour. Fine for plug-in hybrids or occasional top-ups, but impractical for daily EV charging.
~7-12 km/hr
Level 2 - What we install
Dedicated 240V circuit with a wall-mounted charging unit. Charges up to 8× faster than Level 1 – typically adding 40-80 km per hour. The practical standard for home and business EV charging. Requires a licensed electrician and ESA permit in Ontario.
~40-80 km/hr
Level 3 - DC fast charging
High-power DC charging found at commercial stations (Tesla Supercharger, Petro-Canada, etc.). Charges in 20-45 minutes but requires specialized high-voltage equipment and is not practical or cost-effective for residential installation.
Commercial Only
Residential
Home EV charger installation for every driveway.
Regardless of any intricacies to do with the property and the installation – whether you have a detached home with a garage, a townhouse with a shared wall, or a property that needs a panel upgrade first – we assess your situation, give you honest advice, plan out the most practical options, and install a Level 2 charger that’s properly wired, inspected, and ready to use from day one.
A Level 2 charger needs a dedicated 240V system. Older homes with 60AMP electrical service panels often don’t have the available capacity. We assess this upfront with the local hydro distribution company as part of your free evaluation – and if you do need a panel upgrade, we quote both together so there are no surprises on installation day.
Free Panel Assessment
We evaluate your existing panel capacity, available breaker slots, and ideal charger location before a single dollar is committed. You get honest advice, not a sales pitch.
Dedicated 240V Circuit
A new 240V dedicated circuit run from your panel to the charger location: garage wall, carport post, or exterior of the home. Clean installations – we take the extra time to run
our cables to provide the cleanest possible install.
ESA Permit & Inspection
All EV charger installs in Ontario require an ESA permit. We apply for it, coordinate the ESA inspection, and hand you the approval paperwork – you don’t touch the admin.
Charger Mounting & Setup
We mount and connect your charger (supply your own or we’ll advise on the right model), verify output, and test the full charging cycle before we leave.
Panel Upgrades (if needed)
If your current panel can’t handle the additional load, we upgrade it as part of the same job. A 200A upgrade also opens the door for future additions – hot tubs, jacuzzi spas, house duplex conversions, workshop circuits, backup generators, and more.
Townhouses & Condos
More complex installations – such as shared electrical rooms, parking garages, or limited conduit paths – are not a problem. We’ve done it before and we’ll tell you upfront what’s involved.
Commercial & Multi-Unit
EV charging for your business, building, or fleet.
More employees, tenants, and customers are arriving in EVs every month. Providing charging isn’t just a perk anymore – it’s increasingly an expectation. We design and install commercial EV charging infrastructure that’s properly distributed, load-managed, and built to scale as your needs grow.
A Level 2 charger needs a dedicated circuit on a 240V system. We assess your facilities capacity upfront as part of your free evaluation – and if you do need a panel upgrade, we quote both together so there are no surprises on installation day.
Office & Employer Charging
Install charging stations in your employee parking lot or garage. Attract and retain EV-driving staff while demonstrating your company’s sustainability commitment.
Condo & Apartment Buildings
Multi-unit residential EV charging is increasingly legislated in Ontario. We work with condo boards and property managers to design systems that serve multiple units fairly without overloading the building’s electrical service.
Retail & Hospitality
Add EV chargers to your customer parking lot. Shoppers and diners who charge while they visit stay longer – and it differentiates your location from competitors that haven’t made the investment.
Fleet Depot Charging
Charging infrastructure for delivery fleets, service vehicles, or municipal fleets transitioning to electric. We design the distribution system to charge multiple vehicles overnight without peak demand penalties.
Load Management Systems
Smart load management prevents your EV chargers from overwhelming your building’s electrical service by dynamically distributing available power across multiple charging points.
Scalable Infrastructure
We design conduit and panel capacity with future expansion in mind – so adding more chargers later doesn’t require ripping out what’s already been installed.
Not sure if Level 2 is right for your situation?
Call us at (905) 902-8784 and we’ll talk through your vehicle, your home’s electrical setup, and your driving habits no charge, no pressure. We’ll tell you whether you need us or not.
The Process
From first call to first charge – here’s how it works.
No surprises, no runaround. Four straightforward steps from enquiry to a fully operational EV charger.
1. Free assessment
We evaluate your panel capacity, available breaker slots, ideal charger location, and any conduit routing challenges. You get a clear quote covering everything before work begins.
2. ESA permit application
We file the required ESA permit in Ontario on your behalf. This must be done before installation. Permit timelines are typically 1-3 business days.
3. Installation day
We run the dedicated circuit, mount the charger unit, make all connections, and clean up. Most residential installs are completed in 2-4 hours. Complex jobs or panel upgrades may take a full day.
4. ESA inspection & sign-off
The ESA inspector verifies the installation meets the Ontario Electrical Safety Code. We coordinate this – you receive your approval certificate and you’re ready to charge.
What's Included
Everything in one quote.
No hidden add-ons. When we quote your EV charger installation, the price covers:
- Panel capacity assessment and load calculation
- ESA permit application (required by law in Ontario)
- Dedicated 240V circuit from panel to charger
- Cable ran how you want it – Fished behind walls or through conduit
- Charger mounting and electrical connection
- Full output test and charging cycle verification
- Cleanup – we leave it the way we found it
- ESA inspection coordination and sign-off paperwork
We work with all major EV charger brands.
Not sure which charger to buy? We’ll advise based on your vehicle, usage habits, and panel setup – before you spend a dollar on hardware.
Common Questions
EV charger installation your questions answered.
Still unsure? Call us at (905) 902-8784 and we’ll answer anything not covered here.
Do I need a permit to install an EV charger in Ontario?
Yes. The Ontario Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) requires a permit for all Level 2 EV charger installations. The permit must be obtained before installation, and the work must be done by a licensed electrical contractor. An ESA inspector will verify the installation before you receive final approval.
We handle the permit application and coordinate the ESA inspection on your behalf it’s included in our quote, not a separate charge.
My home has a 100A panel - do I need to upgrade it first?
Not always – it depends on your current electrical load. A 100A panel can sometimes support an EV charger circuit if there’s sufficient available capacity. We work with your local hydro distribution company to determine exactly how much hydro you are using to see if your existing service is sufficient.
If your panel doesn’t have the available capacity, we’ll quote the EV charger installation and the panel upgrade together. EV charging installations are one of the most common projects we get asked to do, so you can count on us to make sure you are not paying extra for things you do not need.
How long does installation take?
It’s very job specific – longer the distance from the electrical panel the more time involved to run the electrical to and from the panel. Until your site visit, expect a full day for installation and second day for the electrical inspection to take place.
Installations that include a panel upgrade are typically a full day’s work on top of the EV charger installation. We’ll give you a realistic time estimate when we quote your project.
Should I buy the charger first, or wait until after you assess my home?
We recommend waiting. The charger you need depends on many factors – and we can advise on the best option before you spend money on hardware.
If you are going to buy the charger first:
1. make sure the current output is able to be adjusted
2. make sure the charger plug is the right one for your car (Tesla’s use a different plug compared to every other car manufacturer).
3. If you are planning for the charger to be located outdoors it is a NEMA 4 rated enclosure
The charger output depends on your current electrical service, your vehicle, and the location – and we can advise on the best option before you spend money on hardware. Some chargers also have specific mounting requirements that affect where they can be installed.
That said, if you’ve already purchased a charger, we’re happy to install it.
Are there any government rebates or incentives available?
Can you install an EV charger in a detached garage or outbuilding?
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Where We Work
Covering Southwestern Ontario.
We service the full region between Mississauga, Kitchener, Brantford, and St. Catharine’s – including Hamilton and all communities in between. If you’re in Southwestern Ontario, there’s a good chance we come to you.
Ready to charge at home? Let's make it happen.
Free assessment, upfront quote, ESA permit handled, and a clean installation done by a licensed electrician. Hamilton and all of Southwestern Ontario. ECRA/ESA# 7017881.