A home chargepoint can make charging fit around your daily routine. Before choosing a charger, it helps to understand the practical questions about your parking space, electricity supply and installation. This guide is a starting point for homeowners in Glasgow, Paisley and nearby areas.
Start with your parking space
Think about where the car normally parks and where its charging port sits. The cable needs to reach comfortably without creating a trip hazard. Tell your installer about shared parking, rented property or any cable route outside your own land so permissions and suitability can be checked before work is agreed.
Have the electricity supply assessed
Your installer should assess the existing supply, the home's electrical demand and the proposed charger. Load management may help balance charging with other electricity use. Network requirements also need checking: your distribution network operator may need an application before installation, or notification under the applicable connection process. Ask who will handle this and whether approval affects the installation date. The Energy Networks Association explains the connection process.
Choose a charger around your needs
Discuss the vehicle you own, your usual mileage and how long it will be parked at home. Charging time depends on the car, battery, charger and available supply, so a headline charger rating does not guarantee the same result for every vehicle. Energy Saving Trust's charging guide explains the options.
A tethered unit has a cable attached; an untethered unit uses a separate cable. Consider everyday convenience, cable storage and how the unit will look in its intended position. Ask about scheduling, connectivity and any ongoing charges for optional features before choosing a model.
What affects the installation price?
A useful quote should describe the actual work at your property. Relevant questions include:
- Which charger model and accessories are included?
- How far is the proposed charger from the electrical supply, and what route will the cable take?
- Are any electrical upgrades or groundworks needed?
- Are testing, paperwork and network arrangements included?
- Does the total include VAT and any agreed making good?
Send photos of the parking position, proposed charger location and consumer unit when requesting a survey. This can help the initial discussion, although it does not replace the checks needed to confirm a suitable installation.
Installer qualification changes from October 2026
The updated EAS framework includes EV charging as a specific work category. Relevant qualification requirements apply from 1 October 2026 to people responsible for and undertaking this work under their certification. Ask about the installer's EV charging competence and registration scope. ECA's update and NAPIT's guidance explain the changes.
What to expect at handover
Agree any power interruption in advance. At completion, ask for the relevant electrical certification, confirmation of network arrangements, product and warranty information, and a demonstration of charging and scheduling. Make sure you know who to contact if the charger reports a fault.
Discuss a home charger with Project Rewire
Visit our EV charger installation service or send an enquiry with your postcode, vehicle model and parking details. You can also check our local coverage. We can discuss the proposed location and the next steps for assessing your home.