Need an EV charger?
To help the transition to electric become more affordable and accessible for everyone, we’re partnered with Pod, one of the UK’s leading electric vehicle charging providers.
Three ways to make EV charging work for you
We're making the switch to electric simpler and more affordable — offering flexible payment options and bundled deals that suit a range of lifestyles and budgets.
1. Buy the Pod Point Solo 3S – fully installed upfront from £999
- Solar integrated
- Market-leading, 5-year warranty for charger and install
- Standard installation included - 90% of customers qualify for Pod Point's Which? Trusted Trader endorsed installation service
- Access to Pod Point EV Exclusive - get our one year fixed tariff and enjoy off-peak rates of just 8.49p per kWh to power your electric car and home appliances for less.
2. Choose the Pod Point Plug & Power tariff and get the Solo 3S charger from just £499 upfront
- Spread the rest of the cost over our two-year fixed tariff, Pod Point Plug & Power
- With our Pod Point Plug & Power tariff you enjoy off-peak rates of just 8.49p per kWh, to power your electric car and home appliances for less
3. Or choose the Pod Drive plan for £40/ month for three years.
Pod Drive gives you:
- The Solo 3S EV home charger
- Standard installation(1)
- Worry-free warranty
- Simply sign up to our GoElectric EV tariff to get Pod Drive with zero upfront costs!
Plus, Smart Charge with Pod(2) to get up to £172/year cashback!(3)
(EDF tariff energy bill is billed separately to Pod Drive plan.)
Pod - part of our EDF family
Pod Point first joined us in 2020 and they've now evolved to become Pod.
As electrification becomes inevitable, Pod's ambition is to help build a brighter EV future by managing the flow of energy; making it affordable, accessible, and a low carbon solution to benefit everyone.
As the leading UK home charging provider, Pod offers chargers, tariff and charger bundles, and Pod Drive - an innovative new subscription all-in-one EV service!
Our joint goal is to make the transition to electrification easy and affordable for all.
Your guide to electric car home charger installation
Can I get a home car charging point installed?
To have a home charge point installed for your car you need to have:
- Dedicated off-street parking
- Wi-Fi connection at your property or a SIM router with a 3G or 4G SIM (for Pod Point home chargers)
- Permission from your landlord (if you’re renting)
- Live in Great Britain
What's included in home installation?
- Fitting of your home charger on a brick or plaster wall, or to another suitable permanent structure
- Up to 15 metres of cable, neatly clipped to the wall. It'll run between your electricity supply meter, main distribution board and your home charger
- An electrical certificate to show your installation meets UK standard wiring regulations
What's in a standard installation and what happens if extra work is needed
Frequently asked questions about EV home charging
How much does an electric car home charging point installation cost?
A Pod Point Solo 3S home charger costs from £999 to install. In some cases, the price may be different due to subsidised pricing agreed with vehicle manufacturers.
What's the difference between a tethered and a socketed charge point?
Tethered chargers have a cable permanently attached so you'll never have to think about where your cable is. You can simply park up and plug in.
A socketed charger has a socket for you to plug a separate cable into. Most new EVs come with a type 2 connector, but if you have a type 1, we recommend a socketed charger.
- Most new EVs come with a Type 2 connector, but it's worth checking before getting a tethered charge point
- A socketed charge point is a charging station with no cable
- Socketed charge points can charge any electric car with a fast charging cable
How long does it take to charge an electric car?
This depends on the size of your car battery and the speed of the charging point. With a 7kW charging point, it takes just under eight hours to fully charge an electric car with a 60kWh battery.
What do 3.6kW, 7kW and 22kW mean, when talking about car home chargers?
Kilowatt (kW) refers to the power rating of a home charge point. It's the maximum amount of power that can be drawn from the socket at any time. A 7kW home charger will charge your car three times faster than a three-pin plug.
What power rating should I use for my home socket?
In the UK, 3-7kW chargers are the most recommended popular choice. Some homes have a single-phase (AC) electricity supply and can support the additional 7kW load. Homes with a three-phase (AC) supply can use a more powerful charger of up to 22kW. You always need to check with the installer that your fuse board has enough spare capacity to support the additional load of a home charging station.
Ready to charge your electric car at home?
Learn more about electric cars and home chargers
Where can I charge my electric car?
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What's the cost of electric cars?
Find out what an electric car costs to buy and charge – upfront and over a lifetime. If you have a particular car in mind, we'll help you work out how much it'll cost to run.
How do electric car batteries work?
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