EV Charger Installation in Brockville and Eastern Ontario
Licensed Electricians for Level 2 Home EV Charger Installations
Eldridge Electric installs Level 2 EV charging systems for homeowners throughout Brockville, the 1000 Islands, and Eastern Ontario. From a straightforward dedicated circuit installation to a more involved infrastructure setup, our licensed electricians assess your home's electrical system, recommend the right solution, and handle everything from the load calculation through to the ESA permit and final inspection.
Why Every EV Owner Needs a Level 2 Charger at Home
A standard 120V household outlet — Level 1 charging — adds roughly 6 to 8 kilometres of range per hour. For most Ontario drivers, that simply isn't enough to keep up with daily driving demands without leaving the car plugged in around the clock.
A Level 2 charger operates on a dedicated 240V circuit and adds 30 to 50 kilometres of range per hour, depending on the vehicle and charger capacity. Most electric vehicles can be fully charged overnight, giving you a full charge every morning without thinking about it.
For homeowners in Eastern Ontario, where winters are long and cold-weather range reduction is a real factor, reliable overnight charging isn't a convenience — it's a practical necessity.
What a Home EV Charger Installation Actually Involves
Many homeowners assume an EV charger installation is simply mounting a unit on the garage wall and running a wire. In reality, a proper installation involves several steps that directly affect the safety, reliability, and long-term performance of your charging setup.
Panel Capacity Assessment and Load Calculation
Before any work begins, our electricians assess your home's existing electrical panel and perform a load calculation to confirm your service has sufficient capacity to support a continuous high-amperage EV charging circuit. This is a critical step that many installers skip — and one that can result in nuisance tripping, panel damage, or ESA inspection failures if ignored.
If your panel requires an upgrade to support EV charging, we'll identify that during the assessment and provide options. Our panel upgrade services are available as part of the same project if needed.
Dedicated Circuit Installation
A Level 2 EV charger requires its own dedicated circuit — typically a 40A or 50A circuit for most home chargers, or up to 100A for higher-capacity units like the Grizzl-E Ultimate 80A. Our electricians install the appropriate feeder cable, breaker, and terminations to support your specific charger and vehicle combination.
Charger Supply and Installation
We can supply and install your EV charger unit, or install a charger you've already purchased. We work with leading Canadian brands, including Grizzl-E and other quality Level 2 charging equipment. If you're unsure which unit is right for your vehicle and electrical setup, we'll make a recommendation during the site visit.
ESA Permit and Inspection
All EV charger installations in Ontario require an ESA permit. Every installation completed by Eldridge Electric includes the required permit and final ESA inspection, ensuring your setup is fully code-compliant and properly documented for insurance and resale purposes.
Free Site Visit and No-Obligation Quote
Every EV charger installation quote begins with a free on-site assessment. Our electricians visit your home, review your electrical panel, assess the most practical routing for the charger circuit, and discuss your options before any work is committed or priced.
There are no surprises on installation day — we scope the job properly at the outset so the quote you receive reflects the actual work required.
If your home requires additional electrical work alongside the EV charger installation — a panel upgrade, surge protection, or a smart panel addition — we'll identify and quote those at the same time so everything can be coordinated efficiently in a single visit.
EV Charger Installation for Homeowners Across Eastern Ontario
Eldridge Electric installs Level 2 EV chargers for homeowners throughout Brockville, the 1000 Islands, Kemptville, Prescott, Gananoque, and surrounding communities across Eastern Ontario.
Whether your home is newly built with a modern panel or an older property that needs some electrical groundwork before a charger can be added, our licensed electricians have the experience to assess and deliver the right installation for your specific situation.
New Homes and
Modern Panels
If your home has a modern 200A panel with available capacity, a Level 2 EV charger installation is typically a straightforward one-day job. We install the dedicated circuit, mount the charger, pull the permit, and arrange the ESA inspection.
Older Homes and
Panels Requiring Upgrades
Many homes in Eastern Ontario — particularly those built before the 1990s — are running on 100A service or older panel equipment that may not support the continuous load of a Level 2 EV charger without an upgrade. We assess this during the site visit and provide clear options before any work begins.
If you suspect that a panel upgrade is required, visit our Electrical Panel Upgrades page for more information on what's involved and what to expect.
Why Choose Eldridge Electric for Your EV Charger Installation
Licensed and ESA-Compliant
All work is completed by licensed electricians under ECRA/ESA Licence #7015512. Every installation includes the required ESA permit and inspection — not an optional add-on.
Proper Load Calculations Included
We don't skip the load calculation. Every installation begins with a proper assessment of your panel capacity and service size to ensure your charging setup is safe, reliable, and built to last.
Supply and Install Available
We can supply your EV charger unit or install one you've already purchased. Either way, the installation is completed to the same standard with full ESA compliance.
Free On-Site Assessment
There is no cost to have one of our electricians visit your home, assess your electrical system, and provide a detailed quote. We scope the job properly before pricing it.
Serving Eastern Ontario Since 1985
Eldridge Electric has been serving homeowners in Brockville and Eastern Ontario for over four decades. We're a local, family-owned company — not a national franchise — and we stand behind the work we do in the communities where we live.
Book Your Free EV Charger Installation Assessment
Ready to make the switch to home EV charging? Contact Eldridge Electric to book a free on-site assessment. Our licensed electricians will review your electrical system, discuss your options, and provide a detailed quote — no obligation, no pressure.
We serve homeowners throughout Brockville, the 1000 Islands, Kemptville, and Eastern Ontario.