What EV charger brands do you install?

We install Zappi (MyEnergi) — the UK's most popular solar-integrated smart charger. Ohme Home Pro — best smart scheduling and tariff integration. ROLEC WallPod — commercial-grade, robust for driveways. For SigEnergy battery households, the SigenStor includes a built-in 25kW DC EV charger — significantly faster than standard 7kW AC chargers.

Can my EV charger use solar power to charge my car?

Yes — this is the biggest advantage of solar-integrated chargers like the Zappi. It monitors your solar generation in real time and diverts surplus solar energy into your car before exporting to the grid. On a sunny day with a 4kW system, you can add 15-25 miles of range per hour from free solar. The charger uses grid power when needed, prioritising solar first.

How fast does a home EV charger charge?

A standard 7kW home charger adds approximately 25-30 miles of range per hour. For a typical 60kWh EV battery, a full charge from empty takes 8-9 hours — ideal for overnight. A 22kW three-phase charger (for three-phase properties) adds approximately 75-85 miles/hr. SigEnergy's integrated 25kW DC charger is even faster — approximately 80-90 miles/hr from battery storage.

Do I need planning permission for a home EV charger?

No. Domestic EV charger installations fall under permitted development in England. No planning application is required, regardless of conservation areas. The only exception is listed buildings, where listed building consent may be needed. We handle all installation certification and OZEV compliance documentation.

What is smart charging and why does it matter?

Smart charging allows your EV charger to communicate with your energy tariff, solar system, and the grid to charge at the most economical time. On Octopus Intelligent, your car is automatically scheduled to charge when electricity is cheapest (often 7-8p/kWh between midnight and 5am vs 25-28p during peak hours). Combined with solar self-consumption, smart charging can reduce your annual EV running cost by £400-700 vs unmanaged charging.

Can you install an EV charger without solar panels?

Absolutely. Many customers install an EV charger independently of solar. A standalone smart charger costs £700-1,200 installed and can be upgraded to solar integration later when solar panels are added. We recommend leaving cable provision for solar integration even on standalone installs — it saves significant re-work if you add solar later.

What is V2H (vehicle-to-home) and can I get it?

V2H (vehicle-to-home) allows your electric car battery to power your home during outages or peak rate periods. It requires: a compatible bidirectional EV (Nissan Leaf gen 2+, MG4, BYD Atto 3, certain Kia/Hyundai models) and a V2H-capable system. The SigEnergy SigenStor includes full V2H capability. A typical EV battery of 40-75kWh can power a Hampshire home for 1-3 days. We assess V2H compatibility at your free site survey.

How long does EV charger installation take?

A standard single EV charger installation typically takes 3-4 hours from start to finish. We run the cable, fit the charger, configure the smart scheduling, and test everything before we leave. For dual charger installations or longer cable runs, allow a full day. We install in one visit with no follow-up required.

EV Charger Installation · Fareham · OZEV Approved

Home EV Charger
Installation Fareham

OZEV-approved EV charger installation in Fareham from £700. Zappi solar-integrated, Ohme smart scheduling, SigEnergy all-in-one. Charge from free solar or 7p overnight.

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From

£700 installed

Speed

7kW standard

Solar charge

Up to 25 mi/hr free

Approved

OZEV certified

OZEV Approved Installer

MCS Certified

5-Star Google Reviews

Solar-Integrated Charging

All OZEV Documentation Included

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EV Charger Installation for Fareham Homes

Fareham's suburban layout, with predominantly detached and semi-detached homes featuring private driveways, makes it one of the easiest locations in Hampshire for home EV charger installation. The borough's commitment to carbon neutrality by 2030 aligns perfectly with the shift to electric vehicles, and our Whiteley base means we can survey and install EV chargers in Fareham within days of your enquiry.

Fareham homeowners commute an average of 12-15 miles each way, typically to Portsmouth, Southampton, or along the M27 corridor. At current petrol prices, this costs £180-250 per month. An EV charged at home on a smart tariff reduces this to £25-40 per month. Charged from solar panels, the cost drops to virtually zero during spring and summer months. The financial case for switching to an EV and installing a home charger is overwhelming.

Fareham Borough Council has installed public EV chargers at Ferneham Hall, Holly Hill Leisure Centre, and various car parks, but home charging remains the most convenient and cost-effective option. The borough's 13 conservation areas have no impact on EV charger installations, which fall under permitted development everywhere. Our proximity in Whiteley means rapid turnaround from enquiry to installation.

Standard charging

Cost per kWh

25–28p

Smart overnight

Octopus Intelligent

7–8p

Free solar surplus

Spring–Autumn

EV Charger Models

EV Chargers We Install in Fareham

All OZEV approved · Full installation included · Smart scheduling configured · 3-year manufacturer warranty

Solar Integration

Zappi 7kW (MyEnergi)

Solar-integrated smart charger

£850–1,050

Prioritises free solar electricity automatically

Smart Tariff

Ohme Home Pro 7kW

Smart scheduling charger

£750–950

Charges automatically on cheapest tariff rate

Ultra-Fast

SigEnergy 25kW DC

Integrated with SigenStor battery

Included with SigenStor

~80 mi/hr DC charging from battery storage

Durable

ROLEC WallPod 7kW

Robust commercial-grade AC charger

£700–900

Weatherproof steel enclosure — ideal for driveways

All prices include: supply, installation, cable run, OZEV documentation, commissioning, and smart scheduling configuration. OZEV grant applied where eligible (75% off installation cost, capped at £350).

The Process

How EV Charger Installation Works in Fareham

Free Survey Arranged

Call us or submit the form. We'll arrange a no-obligation survey at a time that suits you — we assess the cable run, consumer unit, and parking position.

Charger Recommended

We recommend the best charger for your EV, solar setup, and tariff. Zappi if you have solar, Ohme for smart tariff scheduling, SigEnergy for all-in-one systems.

Fixed-Price Quote

All costs included — supply, install, OZEV documentation, commissioning, and app setup. No hidden extras. OZEV grant applied where eligible (75% off, capped at £350).

One-Visit Installation

Most charger installations complete in 3-4 hours. Dual charger installs take a full day. We test everything and configure your smart scheduling before we leave.

Charge & Save

Your charger connects to your app, tariff, and solar system. Monitor charging sessions, schedule off-peak charging, and track your fuel cost savings from day one.

V2H: Power Your Fareham Home from Your Car

Vehicle-to-home (V2H) technology lets compatible EVs act as a giant home battery. During peak-rate evening hours, your car battery powers your home. During cheap overnight rates, it recharges. A 60kWh EV battery can power a Hampshire home for 1-3 days.

V2H requires a bidirectional EV (Nissan Leaf gen 2+, MG4, BYD models, certain Kia and Hyundai) and the SigEnergy SigenStor system. We assess V2H compatibility at your free survey.

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Solar + EV Integration

Solar-Powered EV Charging in Fareham

For Fareham homes with existing solar panels, a Zappi charger diverts surplus solar electricity directly into your EV. During summer months, a 4kW solar system generates enough surplus to add 15-25 miles of free range per hour of charging. That covers most Fareham commutes entirely from free solar energy. For households with SigEnergy battery systems, the integrated 25kW DC charger adds 80-90 miles per hour from stored battery power.

Recommended Charger for Fareham

Fareham homes with solar: Zappi 7kW for automatic solar priority charging. Without solar: Ohme Home Pro for smart tariff scheduling. Multi-car households: dual Zappi installation on separate circuits. Premium/EV enthusiasts: SigEnergy SigenStor with integrated 25kW DC V2H charger.

Savings Potential

Fareham EV owners with home chargers save £1,500-2,200 per year versus petrol, depending on mileage. Solar-charged EVs reduce running costs to under 2p per mile versus 13-16p for petrol.

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Customer Reviews

EV Charger Customers in Fareham

Zappi charger installed alongside our solar panels. The car charges from free solar during the day. We've done 8,000 miles this year on virtually free electricity.

Graham W., Fareham · Zappi 7kW

OZEV-approved installation, the whole process was seamless. The scheduling app means the car always charges on cheap overnight rate. Brilliant.

Claire A., Fareham · Ohme Home Pro

EV Charger FAQ — Fareham

A standard 7kW home EV charger (the most common type) costs £700-1,200 installed in Hampshire, depending on the brand and distance from your consumer unit to the parking position. Smart chargers with solar integration cost £850-1,400. As OZEV-approved installers, your installation is certified to the required standard and documentation provided.

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Zappi smart chargers prioritise surplus solar before grid. Add up to 25 miles/hr from free electricity in summer months.

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EV Chargers near Fareham

From Portchester to Titchfield, Fareham borough's 1930s bays and 1960s semis are ideal battery-retrofit stock — and we're based next door in Whiteley, so surveys are same-week. Your grid operator is SSEN, your planning authority is Fareham Borough Council — we handle the G98/G99 paperwork on every install.

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