Electric vehicle ownership in Kent is growing at an unprecedented rate. With more manufacturers releasing affordable EV models and the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel cars fast approaching, homeowners across Deal, Dover, Canterbury and the rest of Kent are asking the same question: should I install an EV charger at home?
The answer, for most EV drivers, is a resounding yes. A home EV charger transforms how you use your electric vehicle — making it cheaper, more convenient and more reliable than relying on public charging infrastructure alone. Here are the five key benefits of installing an EV charger at your Kent home.
1. Charging at Home Is Dramatically Cheaper
Public rapid chargers typically cost between 40p and 70p per kWh. Charging at home on a standard domestic electricity tariff costs around 30p per kWh — and with an EV-specific overnight tariff like Octopus Go or OE, you can charge for as little as 7p per kWh overnight.
For a typical 60kWh battery, that means a full charge costs roughly £4–£18 at home versus £24–£42 at a public rapid charger. Over a year of driving 10,000 miles, the savings easily exceed £500–£800. For Kent homeowners who commute daily to London, Dover or Canterbury, that saving compounds quickly.
2. Wake Up to a Full Battery Every Morning
The biggest daily frustration for EV drivers without home charging is range anxiety — the constant mental maths of where you'll charge next. With a 7kW home charger installed by a NAPIT registered electrician, you simply plug in when you get home and your car charges fully overnight.
A 7kW charger adds roughly 25–30 miles of range per hour. That means an 8-hour overnight charge gives you 200–240 miles of range — more than enough for the vast majority of Kent commuters. You never have to visit a charging station again unless you're travelling long distances.
3. Increase Your Property Value and Appeal
EV chargers are fast becoming a must-have feature for homebuyers. A 2024 study by Rightmove found that properties with EV charging points attracted 30% more enquiries than comparable homes without. As the 2030 deadline approaches, buyers are actively filtering for homes with existing EV charger infrastructure.
In Kent's competitive property market — particularly in desirable areas like Deal, Sandwich, Canterbury and Whitstable — an OZEV-approved EV charger installation can be a genuine differentiator. It's a relatively small investment that signals your home is modern, energy-efficient and future-proofed.
4. Smart Charging Saves Even More Money
Modern smart EV chargers — which L Fowler Electrical installs across Kent — come with app control, scheduling and energy monitoring. You can set your charger to automatically start charging at the cheapest overnight tariff rate, or schedule it to align with any solar panel generation if you have PV installed.
Some smart chargers also offer load balancing, ensuring your EV charging doesn't overload your home's electrical supply. This is particularly important for older Kent properties with limited capacity. As a NAPIT registered electrician, we assess your consumer unit and supply capacity before recommending the best charger for your specific property.
5. OZEV Grants Still Reduce Your Upfront Cost
Although the original OZEV Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme (EVHS) grant ended for most homeowners, grants are still available for flat owner-occupiers and renters through the EV chargepoint grant. Landlords can also access the Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS) for commercial properties.
More importantly, OZEV-approved chargers qualify for reduced VAT at 5% when installed as part of a new dwelling or substantial renovation. L Fowler Electrical is an OZEV-approved installer, meaning all our EV charger installations in Kent meet government standards and are eligible for any applicable grants and reduced VAT rates.
Why Choose L Fowler Electrical for Your Kent EV Charger?
We're not just any electrician — we're OZEV-approved, NAPIT registered and based right here in Deal, covering all of Kent. We install a wide range of leading EV charger brands, advise on the best unit for your vehicle and property, and handle all the electrical work including dedicated circuits, consumer unit assessments and full certification.
Every installation includes a free survey, transparent pricing with no hidden costs, and full building control notification where required. We also offer a 3-year workmanship guarantee on all EV charger installations.
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