Installation price of a charging station

The reinforced sockets, for example Green’up of the Legrand brand, therefore bring a more reliable load and much faster than a load on a classic socket, with an insignificant size (ideal for a narrow carport).

Recharge terminals: Europe is attacking the jungle of prices

The EU will impose pricing standards and means of payment so that the motorist see more clearly when he is full of electrons. Explanation.

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  C ombian costs on average a lot of electrons by electric car ? Is it more expensive in France than in Germany ? Blessed the person able to answer these questions precisely. Since the deployment of electrical charging terminal networks in Europe, it is difficult to see clearly in the prices and to know the amount of electricity consumed to roll your vehicle.

  However, these subjects remain essential, at a time when sales of electric vehicles take off. They represent 15 % of registrations in France, where we have just crossed the course of 100,000 charging stations open to the public. The movement will follow throughout the European Union, which prohibited the sale of thermal vehicles from 2035.

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  Today, the prices of the recharge vary from simple to double, especially depending on the electrical power used. If, for 100 kilometers, a low power electrons at low power costs 3 to 4 euros, its price is between 8 to 16 euros on a terminal, depending on the speed of the recharge and the location (highway, supermarket , car park…). These calculations are based on a consumption of 20 kilowatts per 100 kilometers. The consumption of an electric vehicle can therefore cost more than that of a thermal, whose average price to drive 100 kilometers is around 10 euros.

  READ ALSO Electric car: Test charging stationsThe ChargeMap application is a reference to find a charging station in France, check its availability and learn more about its price. But there are still many loyalty or subscription cards according to the owners of the terminals (ionity, tesla, totalnergies, electra, etc.)). Hence the need to adopt a payment standard: the credit card. In addition, in some European countries, you still pay its recharge with the minute as a unit of measurement and not the quantity of electricity received. How to estimate your electric charging bill and understand it ?

  Kilowatt hour pricing

  As part of the AFIR (Alternative Fuels Infrastructure REGULATION) regulation, which revises the 2014 AFID directive on the deployment of an infrastructure for alternative fuels, the European Union has decided to attack these problems. The modification of the existing legislation should make it possible to impose minimum objectives for the recharging infrastructure and to harmonize the pricing systems of the recharge of electric vehicles in the 27 member countries.

  “At the entrance to the service stations, the prices of gasoline are displayed on the famous totems. On the other hand, there is no idea of ​​the price per kilowatt hour (kw/h). The new European regulations will provide transparency for the end consumer. It imposes on all chargers of more than 50 kilowatts to accept the credit card and also to measure the amount of energy supplied by the kilowatt and not per minute, “explains Jean-Marc Bianchi, of the company TSG. This French company, which sells, installs and takes care of equipment maintenance on all types of mobility energy, has already set up nearly 40,000 charging stations worldwide, including between 8,000 and 10 000 in France.

  In Avere-France, Association for the Development of Electric Mobility, we welcome that the AFIR regulation takes note of the aspiration of motorists, as the fact of invoicing rapid recharge at the kilowat hour. “Today, we don’t have the same simplicity as with thermal mobility. Even if the terminals greater than or equal to 50 kilowatts will adopt KW/H pricing, it is not relevant in all cases. It is important that the supervision does not undermine innovation and takes into account the recharge experience of the motorist in the field, ”says Clément Molizon, general delegate of Avere-France.

  AFIR’s latest details are currently in negotiations. The regulations must be adopted in the coming weeks by the European institutions for an entry into force by the beginning of 2024.

  Installation price of a charging station

  What is the installation price of a charging station ?

  

  By Sylvain Zaffini published on 05/31/2023

  The installation price of a charging station is 960 € on average, with a fork between € 350 and € 2,400 all inclusive. In more detail, the cost of installing a complete charging station ranges from € 1,000 to € 2,400 while that of a reinforced socket varies from € 350 to € 850.

  Type of charging station	Average price (with installation)
  Complete charging station	€ 1,000 to € 2,400
  Reinforced	350 € at 850 €
  Company/co -ownership charging station	€ 1,200 to € 6,000

  NB: These public prices including TTC, from different specialized sources, take into account current standards (including differential circuit breakers and divisional division, 5m maximum, excluding excavation).

  Type and power are the main parameters that influence the installation cost of your charging station. However, it is necessary to determine other elements in order to refine your budget:

  • AIDS
  • The type of electric vehicle
  • The nature of use
  • The distance from the electrical panel
  • The product range

  Estimate the installation price of your charging station using our detailed guide and

  In this guide:

  • Installation price of a charging station according to the type
  • Installation cost of a charging station: single -phase or three -phase ?
  • Price of a charging station according to power
  • Installation of a charging station: the intervention of an electrician
  • Aids and subsidies: Reduce your installation budget to a charging station
  • Get quotes: specify the cost of your work
  • Examples of quote for a charging station: Standard costing
  • Buy your charging station well: the main manufacturers
  • Costs annexed to the installation of a charging station

  With more than 160,000 new registrations each year, electric vehicles are popular, not only because of their ecological character, but also to deal with the outbreak of fuel prices. 100% electric vehicles, however, must be recharged preferably thanks to terminals provided for this purpose. There are public, professional or courtesy terminals, but nothing can replace the comfort of a home charging station. If you want to estimate the installation price of a charging station for your future electric vehicle, here are all our tips.

  Installation price of a charging station according to the type

  Recharge devices for electric vehicles are chargers that can deliver strong powers, while being secure and respecting the vehicle batteries. To achieve a comfortable and most efficient load as possible, it is essential to use an electrical equipment made with this in mind, even if often, a simple outlet can work. The installation price of a charging station thus varies mainly depending on the quality and performance of the selected equipment.

  Installation price of a complete charging station

  The installation price of a complete charging station will from € 1,000 to € 2,400 workforce included. The price of a charging station for home vehicle at home varies from € 820 to € 2,000 without counting the installation.

  Dedicated charging stations are the most popular, most efficient and the most comfortable to use. It is a charging box which contains modern, efficient and secure electronic equipment.

  For domestic use you can be satisfied with a simple and small charging station. This box can be connected to the Internet or not, depending on your home automation desires. Note that if the unconnected models are efficient and less expensive, those which are connected to the Wireless bring undeniable comfort. We can indeed Optimize the load of his vehicle, plan it, check the condition of the batteries and thus better manage the electrical health of the vehicle.

  

  Of a very small format, these conventional terminals can integrate into all situations, even in the narrowest garages. On this subject, we now advise to always integrate the charging station for electric vehicle in the construction price of a garage, it is indeed a product that will be essential in the years to come.

  If your home houses several electric vehicles, you can direct yourself towards charging stations in multiple sockets, Which will save you waiting times and communication errors.

  Finally, know that the charging stations and cables who accompany them can have 3 types of sockets.

  • Type 1 : Recharge of vehicles up to 7.4kw with slow or even semi-semi-Accelerated. Type 1 is doomed to disappear from the landscape in the coming years.
  • Type 2 : Type 2 sockets (7 pins) are the most frequent and offer an accelerated or fast load, up. Type 2 is currently the European standard for electric vehicle recharge.
  • Type 3 : This is an infrequent socket since 2016 which offers a slow charge to accelerated up to 22kW.

  Installation price of a reinforced socket for electric car

  The installation price of a reinforced socket varies from 350 € to 850 €. If you do not take into account the installation costs, then the price of a reinforced socket for electric vehicle can range from € 150 to 450 €.

  If you have a limited budget, you can use a reinforced socket. This type of intake looks like an electrical outlet in projection classic. However, a reinforced socket allows you to recharge your vehicle more quickly that with a classic and above all, assures you complete safety. THE protective mechanisms are such that there is no risk of overheating or endangering the domestic electrical network.

  While conventional sockets can offer an average of 3.2KW not guaranteed and moderately secure for this use, reinforced sockets ensure until 3.7KW of a stable current and reliable.

  The reinforced sockets, for example Green’up of the Legrand brand, therefore bring a more reliable load and much faster than a load on a classic socket, with an insignificant size (ideal for a narrow carport).

  Like any recharging device for electric vehicle, reinforced sockets must be connected to the electrical panel by following the prescriptions of standard NF C 15-100.

  Note that this recharge intake cannot deliver more than 3.7kw of power, it can thus be installed by any electrician, without IRVE certification (which we are talking about later).

  Installation price of a company charging station or condominium

  The cost of installing a company charging station or condominium will From € 1,200 to € 6,000. On the installation quote of a charging station, the part dedicated to supplies will go from € 1,000 to € 5,200.

  More and more condominiums And companies offer charging solutions for their residents or employees. These charging stations must bear very Numerous charges and offer a speed copy. We must then install charging stations adapted to these uses, of strong power and often provided with multiple products.

  If your condominium or your company decides to pass the CAP from electric, you will certainly have to choose a terminal of Over 22kw, Maybe even three-phase current.

  Most often these terminals are installed in parking lots, they must then be fixed on supports or be built so as not to be hung on a wall. These are really powerful systems that are generally not indicated for domestic installations in individual villas.

  For example, we can mention the terminals Wallbox Copper or order, which are emblematic of these uses.

  Installation cost of a charging station: single -phase or three -phase ?

  In France, the majority of houses are fed by a single -phase current. Without being of poor quality, the latter is not the best type of current for large electrical requests. It is for this reason that professionals of professionals often have a more stable and better quality current, says three -phase. The vast majority of charging stations benefit from a single -phase declination and another in three -phase. This element weighs ultimately in the balance when it comes to estimating the installation price of the charging station.

  Current type	Average price (with installation)	Average price (excluding installation)	Recommendations
  Single -phase charging station	€ 1,000 to € 2,400	€ 850 to € 2,000	Domestic, normal load
  Three -phase charging station	€ 1,200 to € 6,000	€ 1,000 to € 5,200	Company, condominium, fast charge

  NB: These public prices including TTC, from different specialized sources, take into account current standards (including differential circuit breakers and divisional division, 5m maximum, excluding excavation).

  Installation price of a single -phase charging station

  The installation price of a single -phase charging station will from € 1,000 to € 2,400 on average. By ignoring the intervention of an electrician, the cost of a single -phase charging station alone goes from € 850 to € 2,000.

  Single -phase electric terminals are mainly recommended for installations domestic. The current they offer is sufficient for a classic load.

  Single -phase charging stations are generally limited to 7.4KW and cannot not offer rapid load. If you want to load a large electric car and make more than 50km with an hour charge, you will certainly have to go to a greater power terminal and therefore by three -phase current.

  Installation price of a three -phase charging station

  The cost of installing a three -phase charging station can go From € 1,200 to € 6,000. Excluding installation costs, the price of a three -phase charging station goes from € 1,000 to € 5,200.

  The three -phase current represents 3 single -phase currents whose amplitudes are offset. This results in a current more stable and better quality.

  Recharge terminals of a power greater than 7.4KW take advantage of this type of current and can then offer a rapid load and allow you to browse more distance with an hour of load.

  Companies, communities and condominiums are generally provided with these terminals. If your home must recharge more than one electric car, then may be considered this system.

  If your house is not provided with three -phase current, you must have your subscription and have a modification of the subscriber near Enedis.

  Note that the transition to the three -phase may have an impact, or not, depending on the situations, on the electrical installation of the house, an electrician can solve this problem and carry out phases balancing.

  

  Price of a charging station according to power

  The power of a charging station has a direct impact on the speed of the load. Low power allows only a slow load, while high power can give access to the fast load. Concretely, the higher the power, the more your electric car will make kilometers with a charge of one hour.

  Power of the charging station	Average price (with installation)	Average price (excluding installation)
  Less than 3.7kW	€ 1,000 to € 1,600	€ 850 to € 1,200
  From 3.7kW to 7.4kW	€ 1,600 to € 2,000	€ 1,200 to € 1,600
  From 7.4kW to 11kW	€ 2,000 to € 2,200	€ 1,600 to € 1,800
  From 11kW to 22kW	€ 2,200 to € 2,400	€ 1,800 to € 2,000
  Over 22kw	€ 2,400 and more	€ 2,000 and more

  Note: these public prices including tax, from different specialized sources, take into account current standards (including differential and divisional circuit breakers, 5m maximum, excluding excavation).

  Domestic facilities in France are at 80% single -phase. This current is more than enough for conventional domestic use.

  For the recharge of an electric vehicle, if the single -phase current is enough, it cannot exceed a power of 7.4KW to the maximum. If you are in this case, your charging station will therefore not be able to offer a quick load and a large electric vehicle will require very time long In order to reach its total capacity.

  If you want to go further and benefit from the rapid load, You will have to orient yourself towards the three -phase current. This current can withstand high powers, even greater than 22kW. With this type of power a charging station can activate the fast load and your electric vehicle will be operational in a very short time.

  To benefit from the three -phase current, however change your subscription and his subscriber counter. The price of the three -phase electric subscription is also slightly higher than that of the single -phase subscription.

  We advise to leave your electrician the choice of the power of the charging station, which he will consider according to your habits and your vehicles.

  Installation of a charging station: the intervention of an electrician

  Procedure of the installation of a charging station

  The installation of an electric car or a charging station is generally not a complicated project to carry out. The electrician follows conventional steps and sets up a terminal or an already precheed factory socket.

  • Preparation of sheaths and wiring : The first step is to install an IRL sheath cable (smooth rigid insulator) by fixing it regularly so as to avoid tearing. The cable goes from the electrical panel to the installation point of the charging station.
  • Modification of the electrical panel : The electrical panel must receive a dedicated protection device for the charging station circuit. A differential circuit breaker must be installed, followed by a divisional circuit breaker, taking care to choose the right product type.
  • Standing the terminal : The terminal is then fixed to the wall or on its vertical support, following the manufacturer’s recommendations.
  • Connections : The electrician performs all connections on the terminal side and on the electrical panel side.
  • Settings if necessary : Depending on the type of terminal, the electrician makes power settings so as not to overload the domestic electrical circuit.

  In the end, the interruption of electricity should last only a few tens of minutes, the time to modify the table and make the connections.

  Note that if the electrical panel is very far from the terminal, then the work may require more efforts, with for example the drilling of external walls.

  

  Installation price of an electric car charging station: Cost of the workforce

  If the cost of the workforce can vary greatly depending on the distance between the terminal and the electrical panel, we can determine an average price for a distance less than 5ml of cables.

  According to these prescriptions, the installation price of a recharging terminal varies from € 200 to 400 €, Not to mention the equipment and consumables.

  Be aware that the installation price of a charging station for electric vehicles in condominiums can be higher, as these are often more complex configurations.

  Aids and subsidies: Reduce your installation budget to a charging station

  The premium happens

  The Advent premium is intended to help individuals in condominiums, entire condominiums, businesses and communities.

  The amount of aid varies from 20 to 50% of the total amount of the work, up to the limit of certain ceilings.

  VAT reduced to 5.5% for the installation of a charging station

  For all work related to the installation of electric vehicle solutions, VAT is reduced to a rate of 5.5%.

  This preferential rate (instead of the usual 20%) is applicable on supplies, but also on the workforce.

  The tax credit for charging stations

  There is a tax credit to promote the establishment of private charging stations. This tax credit amounts to 75% of the overall costs of the project, under a limit of € 300 per unit installed.

  There is no resource condition for this aid and non -taxable homes will be assigned a transfer.

  Some additional regional aid

  The regions and departments can offer ad hoc aid circumscribed to their territories.

  In order to benefit from it, you can visit your regional council or your town hall and check what is offered to individuals.

  Get quotes: specify the cost of your work

  To precisely determine the installation cost of your charging station, it is necessary to make it professionalize by a professional close to you. We advise you to obtain several quotes in order to compare prices And choose the craftsman that meets your expectations.

  The charging stations are very high power electrical elements and can be very dangerous if they are poorly installed. Always use a specialized electrician for this work, favoring those who have an IRVE certification (electric car charging infrastructure).

  Examples of quote for a charging station: Standard costing

  If you have difficulty visualizing a possible quote for a charging station, we offer some examples from real cases.

  Recharge terminal quote: 7KW terminal

  The first example is that of a charging station installation 7kW Evlink, in condominium For an individual, with short and easy cable path and modules to integrate into the electrical panel.

  The estimate of this charging station was 1,950 €, But with the aid, the amount was € 990 and the customer received a tax credit of € 300. In the end, the installation price of this charging station has not been that of € 690.

  Recharge terminal quote: Reinforced socket

  The second case looks at the installation of a reinforced in a garage near the electrical panel.

  By taking into account the modification of the electrical panel, the estimate of this reinforced electrical outlet was 800 €.

  Recharge terminal quote: 3KW terminal

  The third example puts into perspective the installation of a charging station 3KW Evlink near the electrical panel.

  By counting the 5m of 4mm² cable, the quote for this charging terminal rose at € 1,500.

  Recharge terminal quote: high -end terminal

  Finally, the last case dwells on the installation of a charging station top of the line, with exterior cable path less than 10m.

  The quote for this charging station was of € 3,500.

  Buy your charging station well: the main manufacturers

  With a booming market, stakeholders are increasing and the products are more and more numerous. However, there are some major brands that offer quality products, as well as optimal customer service.

  • Wallbox : Wallbox is one of the European leaders in charging stations. Wallbox products, Pulsar Plus and other, are excellent and are intended for both individuals and condominiums or companies.
  • Great : The French electricity giant offers Green’Up, a reinforced socket which allows you to equip its accommodation at a lower cost, with maximum power greater than 3kW.
  • Schneider : The other French giant offers Evlink, a line of products grouping charging stations to various situations. Individuals, businesses and others will necessarily find their shoe in their foot.
  • Haager : Also haer quality charging stations, stamped Witty. The offer allows you to equip a small domestic installation or a community with fleet of electric vehicles.

  Costs annexed to the installation of a charging station

  In order to complete your provisional calculations, you can take into account certain additional costs. These are most often costs to better set up the charging station on your property.

  • Modification of the electrical panel : If the electrical panel is not up to standard, or it is old or simply too small, it will be necessary to consider having it renovated by an electrician. The latter can take care of this task at the same time as the installation of the charging station. Depending on the gestures to be made and the products to be installed, the cost can be very variable.
  • Trenches : If the charging station must be installed on a foot, you will have to bury the wiring (in a scabbard). To achieve this, you must make a small trench in the ground. This work is generally done by the electrician, who can however delegate the digging to a terrassier.
  • Support : A charging station installed outside a wall must be fixed at a foot provided by the manufacturer. This, generally qualitative and waterproof foot also has an additional cost to be taken into account when preparing your work.