EV Charger Installation | Oakland & Macomb County

The short answer

Start with the complete system and the evidence

Home EV charging needs a circuit and charging limit that fit the vehicle, charger, and household electrical demand. Sandison reviews capacity, the wiring route, mounting location, and daily parking needs before planning the installation.

What Sandison evaluates

A practical path from symptoms to the right scope

Clear diagnostic process
Licensed multi-trade coordination
Repair and replacement options
Residential and commercial support

Load planning

The charger, vehicle, panel, and household demand must be evaluated together

EV charging creates a sustained electrical demand that must fit the home’s existing service and other major loads. Sandison reviews charger rating, vehicle capability, desired charging time, panel capacity, available breaker space, conductor route and length, garage or exterior location, equipment listing, disconnect requirements where applicable, and future electrical plans. When capacity is constrained, the options may include a lower charging rate, managed charging, circuit changes, or a broader service upgrade.

Installation outcome

A clean installation includes the circuit path, protection, setup, and owner handoff

The final scope accounts for physical protection, weather exposure, mounting location, cable reach, accessibility, Wi-Fi or control setup when used, and the effect of charger placement on daily parking. Electrical connections and protective devices are verified before the equipment is commissioned. The owner receives a clear explanation of the selected charging limit and any capacity assumptions so a future vehicle, hot tub, heat pump, or other large load does not silently invalidate the original plan.

Primary references

Verify the local and credential information.

Michigan LARA — electrical permits and inspections

Common questions

What property owners ask

Will an EV charger require a service-panel upgrade?

That depends on calculated demand, existing capacity, and the selected charging rate. The options may include managed charging, a lower charging limit, circuit changes, or a broader service upgrade.

How do you choose where to place the charger?

Placement considers cable reach, parking, access, the conductor route, and protection from weather or physical damage. The location should also suit any controls or connectivity used by the selected equipment.

Should I buy the highest-output charger available?

The useful charging rate depends on vehicle capability, desired charging time, and the home's available electrical capacity. Selecting the equipment together with the circuit plan helps avoid a mismatch between the charger and the installation.

Evidence and review

Why this page can be trusted

Service information based on Sandison’s documented trade scope and the technical references below. Contact the office to discuss the conditions at your property.

Technical lead: James Sandison, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Oakland University. Michigan Mechanical License 7115733 · Michigan Master Plumber 8112263 · Michigan Plumbing Contractor 800-3618. Service information record: 2026-08-28.