EV Charger Installation in Chippenham & Wiltshire
Getting an EV charger fitted should be simple, and with Nulectrics it is. We look at your supply, recommend the right charger for your car and how you park, and handle the technical side from start to finish, so you are left with a safe, certified installation and an app that is set up and working. No jargon, no surprises.


Who installs home EV chargers in Wiltshire?
Nulectrics install home, workplace and fleet EV chargepoints across Chippenham and Wiltshire. As an OZEV approved, NICEIC and ECA registered installer, we fit 7kW and 22kW units to BS 7671 Section 722, handle the load assessment and DNO notification, and set up the charger and app. Most home installs are completed in a day.
Why Nulectrics for your EV charger
We are not a national franchise spinning up local pages from a template. Our depot is on the edge of Chippenham and the whole team lives locally, so when we say local, we mean it. EV work touches your consumer unit, meter tails and incoming supply, so it has to be right.
- OZEV approved, NICEIC approved and an ECA member
- 115 five-star Google reviews
- Transparent pricing, no hidden costs
- Installed on the date we agree, not a week later
- We assess the whole installation before we price it, not just the charger location
| Stage | What happens |
|---|---|
| Survey | We assess your consumer unit, the cable run to the parking spot and your DNO supply, then give a fixed price. |
| Notification | We notify your DNO (network operator) where the installation requires it. |
| Install | Charger fitted and commissioned, with tidy cable runs and load management where needed. |
| Standards | Installed to BS 7671 Section 722 by NICEIC approved electricians. |
| Certification | Electrical Installation Certificate plus Part P notification on completion. |
Where We Install EV Chargers
We’re based in Chippenham and cover the whole of Wiltshire and surrounding areas for EV charger installations. Our regular service area includes:
Chippenham, Corsham, Calne, Melksham, Devizes, Trowbridge, Bradford-on-Avon, Warminster, Westbury, Malmesbury, Marlborough, Salisbury, and Swindon.
We also take on installations in Bath, Bristol, and the wider South West for both domestic and commercial projects. If you’re outside these areas, get in touch, we’ll let you know if we can help.
Choosing your home charger
The two decisions most people make: how much power, and whether the cable stays attached. We confirm the right setup after a quick load assessment.
How much power
| Charger | Typical charge time | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 7kW (single phase) | About 8 hours for a full charge | Most UK homes, charging overnight |
| 22kW (three phase) | About 2 to 3 hours | Homes with a three-phase supply |
Charge time depends on your car's onboard charger and battery size.
Tethered or untethered
| Type | What it means | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Tethered | Cable is permanently attached | One car, simplest day to day |
| Untethered | You plug in your own cable | Different cars, or a tidier unit when unplugged |
Both install the same way. It comes down to preference.
Home EV Charger Installations
Why fit a dedicated EV charger at home?
A standard 13A socket can charge an electric vehicle. It’s legal in the UK and it works. But it’s slow, expect 12 to 20 hours for a full charge, and it puts continuous load on a circuit that wasn’t designed for it.
A dedicated 7kW home charger brings that down to around 6,8 hours. It has built-in overload protection, proper earthing, and smart features like off-peak scheduling through an app. If you’re on a time-of-use tariff, charging overnight at a cheaper rate pays for the unit faster than most people expect.
There are practical reasons beyond speed. A certified installation keeps your home insurance valid. Smart chargers can integrate with solar panels or battery storage.
Home EV charging FAQs
What types of EV charger do you install?
We install 7kW and 22kW wall-mounted chargers for homes and workplaces, in both tethered and untethered configurations. We work with Easee, Myenergi, Simpson & Partners, EO, and Andersen, among others. We’ll recommend a unit based on your supply, your vehicle, and where the charger needs to sit.
Do I need planning permission?
Most home installations don’t require planning permission, provided the charger meets size and placement rules. If your property is listed, in a conservation area, or in a flat or apartment block, you may need landlord or council approval. We’ll check this with you before any work starts.
Tethered or untethered, which do I need?
A tethered charger has a cable permanently attached. You grab it and plug in. An untethered charger has a socket, you use your own cable, whatever length suits you. If you only charge one vehicle, tethered is more convenient. If you have two different EVs or want a tidier look when the charger’s not in use, untethered gives you more flexibility.
Will I need an electrical supply upgrade?
Not always. Many homes already have enough capacity for a 7kW charger. During our site survey we check your supply, consumer unit, and earthing arrangements. If the board is out of date or the supply can’t take the additional load, we’ll explain what’s needed and can coordinate with your DNO if required.
Are there grants for EV chargers?
Grants are available for some customers, such as renters, flat owners, and businesses. Homeowners with a driveway have not been eligible since 2022. If that is you, it is worth knowing that a driveway installation is usually one of the simplest and most cost-effective jobs we carry out, with fewer complications than a flat or a rented property, so the price is often more reasonable than people expect. Give us a call and we will talk you through your options and whether a grant could apply.
Can I upgrade if I change vehicles?
Most chargers are compatible with all major EVs, so your existing unit will work if you switch cars. Once the main wiring is installed, the charging point itself can be swapped or upgraded without major additional work.
Are smart chargers required?
All new home chargers installed in the UK must be smart-enabled. That means app control, off-peak scheduling, and energy monitoring come as standard.
What about properties with no off-street parking?
If you don’t have a driveway or garage, you can use on-street chargers, community charging hubs, or council-approved cable gully solutions. We can advise on the options available in your area.
Is hard-wiring necessary?
Yes. EV chargers must be hard-wired into a dedicated circuit for safety and compliance. A standard 13A plug isn’t rated for the sustained load of an EV charger, and a plug-in installation wouldn’t meet current regulations.
Will my charger be Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) ready?
The wiring and infrastructure we install is compatible with V2G technology. Whether you can use V2G depends on the charging unit you choose, V2G-compatible chargers are available now, but most standard units don’t support it. If V2G is something you want to use in the future, we’ll make sure you get the right unit from the start.
Do you supply cable gullies and conduit routes?
Yes. If your cable needs to cross a driveway, path, or shared access point, we can supply and install cable gullies, covers, or conduit to keep everything protected, tidy, and trip-free. We’ll identify this during the site survey and include it in your estimate.
Do you have a charger recommendation?
We do. Our preferred unit is from Simpson & Partners, more on that below.
Simpson & Partners EV Charging Points
- Family-run, based locally in Wiltshire
- Direct, responsive customer service
- V2G-ready as standard
- Compatible with hybrid and fully electric vehicles
- 3-year warranty + built-in safety protection
- Customisable colours, materials and top caps
Commercial & Workplace EV Charger Installations
We install EV charging points for businesses, landlords, and commercial premises across Wiltshire and the South West. Workplace installations often involve multiple chargers, load management, and coordination with the DNO, and we handle the full process from site survey through to commissioning and certification.
Grants such as the Workplace Charging Scheme may be available to eligible businesses.
For commercial enquiries, call us on 07530 526 390 or use the form below.
Contact Us for Your EV Charger Installation
Tell us about your property and what you need. We’ll come back to you with an honest assessment and an estimate.
- Free estimate, no obligation
- NICEIC and ECA approved
- 115 five-star Google reviews