FAST ELECTRIC SPOKANE
EV Charger Installation in Spokane, WA
An EV charger installation puts a dedicated charging circuit and outlet or wall unit at your home or business. Fast Electric Spokane serves Spokane and nearby areas. Call (509) 239-5654 to talk about your job.
Call to confirm service availability, the exact work offered, any visit charges and scheduling before booking. The topics below are planning information, not a guarantee that every type of work is available.
When people call about this
- You bought or are buying an electric vehicle
- You want faster charging than a standard outlet
- You want a charger in a garage, driveway or parking area
- Your panel may be too full for a new charger
What to ask before you book
Have the vehicle and charger model ready. Ask whether your panel can carry the load, where the charger will mount, and what permits and inspection apply.
Have the property address and a short description ready. Our planning guide has a checklist.
What changes the cost
A US Department of Transportation summary published in November 2020 reports an estimated $1,400 for a detached-house Level 2 charger upgrade, based on a 2019 study. The estimate covers charging equipment and installation, not installation labor alone. It is historical national context, not a current Spokane price or a Fast Electric Spokane quote. Ask for a current, itemized quote for your property.
Historical price source: US DOT ITS: Level 2 home charging estimate (2020 summary, 2019 study)
- Distance from the panel to the charger location
- Panel capacity and spare breaker space
- Charger amperage and brand
- Indoor garage vs outdoor mounting
- Permit and inspection fees
- Whether a panel upgrade is needed first
Permits and inspections
A new 240-volt circuit for a charger is permit work. In Washington, most electrical work needs a permit bought before work starts. When you hire an electrical contractor, the contractor must buy the permit for the job. Depending on the address, permits and inspections are handled by the city or by Washington State Labor & Industries (L&I).
Permit source: Washington L&I: electrical permits and inspections
Typical steps to discuss before booking
- Call with your vehicle, charger model and where you park.
- Check panel capacity and measure the wire run.
- Written scope: circuit, charger mounting and permit.
- Agree the installation schedule based on the wiring route, equipment and permit requirements.
- Inspection, then a test charge.
Keep reading
See EV charger permits in Spokane and Panel upgrade cost guide, the planning guide and the areas we serve.
Common questions about EV charger installation
What is the difference between Level 1 and Level 2 charging?
Level 1 uses a regular 120-volt outlet and adds a few miles of range per hour. Level 2 uses a 240-volt circuit and charges several times faster, which is what most EV owners install at home.
Does my panel have room for a charger?
Maybe. It depends on the panel's total capacity and what else it feeds. A load calculation during the visit answers it.
Can a charger be mounted outdoors?
Yes, with equipment rated for outdoor use and proper weather protection. Spokane winters make the rating and placement worth discussing.
I rent my home. Can I still get a charger?
You need the property owner's approval, and the installation has to follow their rules. Talk to the owner first, then call.
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Fast Electric Spokane · 12 N Grant St, Spokane, WA 99202