EV charger installation cost: what it really costs in 2026
A Qome Snap Guide: quick, honest and no guff. Approximate figures, adjusted to your region inside Qome.
Snap answer
£900 – £1,260
A standard 7kW home charger starts around £900 fitted. Tethered units run about £1,080 and smart-tariff models £1,260.
TakesHalf a day to a dayDisruptionMinimal, an hour or two of power off
Cost at a glance
| Option | Best for | Guide range |
|---|
| 7kW standard | Untethered, universal socket | £900 |
| Tethered | Cable attached, more convenient | £1,080 |
| Smart tariff | Optimised for cheap overnight rates | £1,260 |
Approximate guide figures, not quotes, Qome adjusts every price to your region.
What actually happens
- Survey, fuse board capacity and cable route checked
- Charger position agreed (cable reach to the car)
- Dedicated circuit run from the consumer unit
- Charger mounted and connected
- Earthing and protection devices fitted
- Commissioned, app set up, certificate issued
Price by region
Starting figures by region, the same honest baseline, adjusted for where you live.
London (Inner)from £1,400
London (Outer)from £1,200
South Eastfrom £1,100
East of Englandfrom £1,000
South Westfrom £950
Scotland (Highlands)from £850
West Midlandsfrom £850
North Westfrom £850
East Midlandsfrom £850
Scotland (Central)from £800
Yorkshirefrom £800
Walesfrom £800
North Eastfrom £750
Northern Irelandfrom £750
Popular choices
Tethered 7kW unitsSolar-compatible chargersOff-peak smart tariffs (the real saving)
Rules & regulations
- Installation is notifiable electrical work, use a qualified, OZEV-approved installer
- All new home chargers must be smart-capable by law
- Flat owners and renters can claim the £350 OZEV chargepoint grant; most homeowners no longer qualify
Snap tips
- Pick the charger for the tariff you'll use, not the badge on it
- If solar is ever on the cards, buy a solar-compatible charger now
Price it properly on Qome
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