Doubling your charging points doesn’t mean double the value
As electric vehicles (EVs) become more common in households, many EV owners naturally consider whether installing two home charging points is a smart move—especially in two-car homes. It might seem convenient, but in most cases, it’s an unnecessary expense. Here’s why:
Most Charging Happens Overnight
The vast majority of EV drivers charge their vehicles overnight using a standard 7kW home charger. A typical EV can regain 20–30 miles of range per hour of charging. That’s more than enough to top up a daily commute or even a weekend drive—while you sleep.
There’s only so much juice your house can supply
Our EV chargers support load balancing or smart scheduling. This helps avoid overloading your home’s electrical supply – so if you have two chargers then they only deliver half each of what one will supply, defeating the object
Installation Costs Add Up
A second charging point often means a second round of installation fees, additional cabling, and sometimes even an electrical panel upgrade.
Your Cars Are Rarely Empty at the Same Time
Even if you have two EVs, it’s unlikely both will need a full charge at the same time. Most households alternate usage between cars, which gives you time to charge one after the other without any rush or downtime.
Bottom line: Before you double up on chargers, look at your actual usage habits. Chances are, one charger is more than enough.
