Sydney’s EV Charger Installation Specialists
Owning an electric vehicle should make your life easier, not harder. Unfortunately, many apartment owners and tenants quickly realise that their homes are designed to charge an EV. Between uncooperative body corporates, strict strata bylaws, and zero power outlets in the underground carpark, charging your EV isn’t as straightforward as most people think.
At Pro Electrical, our team are here to take the complexity out of strata EV charging. We specialise in safe and compliant EV charger installations that protect your apartment buildings' infrastructure as well as satisfy your body corporates' wishes. Whether you need an EV charger for your parking space or a shared charging solution for your entire building, our electricians are here to guide you through the installation process and ensure everyone's happy.
For a detailed quote and professional, tailored advice, give us a call on 0485 900 302 or fill out our online booking form today.
Why Apartment EV Charging Is Different From House Installations?
Many apartment and strata buildings approach EV charger installations on a case-by-case basis. When it comes to installing your charger, it’s not as straightforward as installing it in a freestanding house. There are several key challenges to consider when installing an EV charger in your apartment building, including:
- Shared electrical systems and infrastructure across multiple units
- Long cable runs through common areas and property
- Access troubles and constraints in basements and car parks
- Coordination between strata managers, committees and residents
- Managing future demand as more and more people adopt electric vehicles
Strata-Friendly EV Charging Solutions We Install In Sydney
Visitor Bay EV Charger
Installing an EV charger in visitor spots offers a highly accessible solution for your guests, apartment residents lacking designated parking bays, and communal facility areas. Our team can set these up with secure access management, billing systems, and power tracking, ensuring equitable availability while making expense reimbursement completely seamless.
Level 1 Pocket Socket Chargers
Level 1 EV chargers plug into a standard power outlet and offer a simple charging solution for commuters or those who don’t drive long distances. While the charging speeds are slower, they are perfect for apartment buildings without charging infrastructure.
Level 2 Wall-Mounted Fast EV Chargers
Installing a 7kW (single-phase) or 22kW (three-phase) smart EV charger is a popular choice for many Sydney apartment owners. They are able to charge your vehicle much quicker than a Level 1 plug and also offer advanced features such as load balancing, scheduling and remote monitoring.
Shared EV Charging Stations For Residents
These systems allow multiple vehicles to charge simultaneously and are most commonly found at shopping centres. They are
Our Apartment EV Charger Installation Process
Installing an EV charger in your apartment building requires careful planning to ensure safety and long-term reliability. Our professional electricians make sure every step is completed to the best of their ability while minimising disturbances for the residents.
Site Selection and Assessment
Before any work begins, our team inspect your apartment’s carpark or parking spot. We look at your switchboards and any existing electrical infrastructure, providing practical advice on the best charging solution for your space.
Strata and Body Corporate EV Charging Solutions
We can provide all the necessary paperwork and documentation to your building’s body corporate and strata committees. Our team regularly works with building managers to streamline the approval process and answer any questions they may have.
Electrical Capacity and Load Management
Your apartment building’s main switchboard wasn’t built to handle 50+ EV chargers. Our Dynamic Load Management (DLM) communicates between the building’s main switchboard and the EV charging stations.
After work, when everyone is home and cooking, cleaning or watching television, the power surges, the DLM system pulls back on the charging speeds to protect your building’s main fuse. Once the building goes quiet overnight, the power ramps back up. This way, multiple cars can charge properly without causing a building-wide blackout and preventing circuit overloads.
Professional Installation
Once all the approvals have been secured, our licensed electricians install the EV charger, run all required cabling and complete all electrical works in accordance with Australian Standards.
Testing and Commissioning
After installation, we thoroughly test the charger, verify safety protections and walk you through how to use your new charging system.
Future-Proofing Your Apartment Building For EV Adoption
Electric vehicle ownership continues to grow rapidly across Sydney. While a single charger might meet today's standards, many apartment buildings are already planning for future demand.
Our future-ready EV charging solutions allow apartment buildings to expand charging infrastructure as more residents make the switch to electric vehicles. By considering future electrical demand, charger locations and load management systems during the initial installation, property owners can avoid costly upgrades down the track.
Benefits of Installing An EV Charger In Your Apartment
- Fostering long-term tenant relationships and satisfaction
- Increases Your Property Value
- Future Proof Your Apartment Building