Are you plugging in rather than filling up at the gas pump? We’d like to know!

In particular, we’d like to know if you have a charging station at your home or business and if so, what type?

1Level 1 charging is done through a 120-volt outlet, which is the standard household size charging. This should not require extra equipment or installation. Depending on the vehicle type, it may take anywhere between 8 – 20 hours to charge your vehicle this way.

2Level 2 charging uses a 240-volt outlet (usually intended for large appliances) and a charging station. Level 2 charging is three to five times faster than a Level 1 charger. Before installing a Level 2 charger, contact Tideland. We can help you determine whether you have sufficient load capacity and if a service upgrade is necessary.

If you plan to build a new home or a garage addition, consider installing the wiring necessary to one day accommodate a Level 2 charging station.

All home and business owners should invest in and maintain quality surge protection. That’s especially true if you have an electric vehicle charging station.

While we typically think of surge protection as protecting what’s inside our home from what’s outdoors, surges can easily be generated within the home. Electric vehicle owners should consider the additional installation of an AC power line surge protector.