The Ultimate Guide to EV Charger Installation for Contractors & Engineers

Powering the Future: A Practical Guide for Electrical Contractors and Engineers Installing EV Charging Solutions

The ultimate technical guide to EV charger installation — made for contractors and engineers who want to lead the EV transition with confidence and precision.

As EV adoption accelerates and "EV-ready" building codes become the new norm, contractors and engineers need technical knowledge they can trust. This comprehensive guide delivers step-by-step installation strategies, code compliance checklists, real-world case studies, and technical insights from Electric Avenue’s product experts.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to assess electrical capacity and avoid costly service upgrades
• The key differences between circuit-, panel-, and dynamic load balancing
• Conduit planning, breaker sizing, and best practices for mounting and wiring
• How to monetize EVSE installations with software and upsell opportunities
• A real-world case study of a multi-unit residential EVSE install (with lessons learned)
• Troubleshooting guide for the most common installation and performance issues
• Also includes a glossary of EVSE terminology and a printable site assessment checklist

Whether you're installing a single Level 2 charger or a large-scale commercial EVSE network, this guide gives you the technical insights and strategies you need to succeed.