Installing a home EV charger in NYC or Long Island

Level 1 or Level 2

Level 1 uses a regular 120-volt outlet and adds only a few miles of range per hour. Level 2 uses 240 volts and can refill most cars overnight.

Level 2 chargers are usually wired to a dedicated 40 to 60 amp circuit, either hardwired or through a heavy-duty outlet.

What we check

• Panel and service capacity (a load calculation)
• Distance from the panel to the parking spot
• Indoor or outdoor location, and weather protection
• Your car and charger's required circuit size
• For buildings: who owns the parking and the electrical service

Apartments, condos and multifamily

In shared buildings, the board or owner has to approve the work, and the building's electrical service may need an upgrade for several chargers. Load management equipment can let more chargers share the same capacity.

Tesla Powershare home backup

Some Tesla vehicles can also power your home in an outage through Powershare. That needs extra backup equipment at your service entrance, not just a charger. See our Powershare guide for what is involved.

Rebates and utility programs

The federal tax credit for home chargers ended for equipment placed in service after June 30, 2026. Con Edison, PSEG Long Island and New York State have offered rebates and make-ready programs; terms change often, so check current rules before you buy. We tell you what we know applies when we quote.