Independent UK planning guide
EV charger installation costs in the UK
Fit a dedicated home charging point with circuit protection, testing and notification where applicable.
Get site-specific quotesTypical UK range
£900–£1,500
Straightforward jobs
From £700
Typical site time
Half–1 day
Build the allowance
How to read this price
Starting allowance
For a straightforward, accessible job with a standard specification.
From £700
Typical UK project
An early planning range before a tradesperson inspects the property.
£900–£1,500
Likely programme
Site time varies with preparation, sequencing, approvals and drying periods.
Half–1 day
These figures are early UK planning allowances. They are not a substitute for an itemised quotation after inspection.
Control the variables
What can change the quote?
Circuit condition and accessibility
Consumer-unit and earthing upgrades
Number and specification of points
Testing, certification and making good
Before accepting a quote
Ask for these details in writing
- ✓Labour, materials and VAT
- ✓Preparation and protection
- ✓Access equipment and waste
- ✓Named provisional allowances
- ✓Testing and certification
- ✓Programme and payment stages
- ✓Making good and decoration
- ✓Warranty and snagging process