EV Charging

Powering Your Home + Vehicle

As electric vehicles (EVs) become more common, VIG Solar assists owners by installing Level 2 chargers in 7 days or less, giving you the convenience of charging faster at home. Coupled with a solar electric system, your EV can be powered with the sustainable energy of the sun. Making it an even more environmentally sound choice.

VIG Solar is your local Qmerit certified installer and we’re ready to help assist you with upgrading your charger for a new car or existing vehicle. Contact us to get started and see how you can maximize your solar + electrical vehicle charging!

EV Services

EV Technology & Incentives

If you have an EV or are planning on purchasing one soon, let us help you plan your solar installation its use. We can tell you what to expect with your EV charging and we can help you size your system based on your driving habits and model of car purchase. A hardwired high output Level 2 charger can be installed in your garage or carport as part of your solar system. Make this investment now so you are ready for the future.

Tax credits are based on the battery size and go up to $7,500 for customers who purchase an Electric Vehicle, but they won’t last forever. Utilities and automobile manufacturers are also offering incentives for choosing their models. More and more manufacturers are introducing EVs, so there is no limit of choices on the market! Another benefit is adding charging will also increase the value of your home. A win all around!

Understanding Charging

Level 1 (trickle) charging typically takes 15 hours to fully charge an EV. That means that owners may need to charge during peak usage times or feel compelled to ‘top off’ using public charging stations to avoid range anxiety — expensive alternatives! But what if you could get a Level 2 charger installed at no charge when we install solar for your home?

Level 1 Chargers

These typically come with your car and are able to be used with your home electric outlets.

Pros

    • Easily adaptable, use with a standard 110 outlet
    • Easy to transport to allow remote charging

Cons

    • Typical charging time for full charge is 15 hours
    • Most basic charge system with no interface
    • No ability to select charge cycle to avoid top peak usage

Power Up Your Home Charging

Level 2 Chargers

Level 2 charger 3-4 hours to recharge carThe charging time is reduced by more than 60% and allows owners to charge at the speed of a public charger conveniently at your own home.

Pros

    • Quality chargers will fully charge an EV in 3 – 4 hours.
    • Plug in models can share an outlet with a range or dryer
    • Most have mobile apps to monitor or configuration charging
    • Ownership yields lower cost of charging versus public charging station
    • Peace of mind allowing EV owners to maintain full capacity for the most range

 Cons 

    • Increased energy demand on your home
    • Require a 240v electrical outlet or hardwired, plus a dedicated, dual-pole breaker
    • Expense for installation – Licensed electrician needed to install new outlet or hardwiring
    • If demand charges are in place, the higher current draw may increase energy costs

The Future Of Charging

Level 3 Chargers

The cream of the crop! These are the leading edge of the charging technology.

Pros

    • The fastest charge times available. Approximately 80% of range achieved in 40 minutes
    • In the future: Bi-directional energy flow – allows direct DC connection between EV battery and the home in case of power outage. Your EV helps keeps your home powered!
    • Highest degree of integration to the grid for both the user and the energy provider

Cons

    • Typically only available commercially
    • Expensive
    • Very new technology — early adopter status for buyers

Electric Vehicle Incentives

There are valuable federal, state and utility incentives* that can help you pay for your electric vehicle and home charging. From the ITC credits you’ll receive for the purchase of an EV, solar and storage to Nevada’s Net Metering, now is a great time to use sustainable energy for your home and car!

 
VIG’S LevelUp Solar Rebate

When you go solar with VIG Solar you can get a Level 2 Charger, installed at no cost through our EV Level Up Rebate program. You’ll begin to save immediately on your electricity bills and you’ll save time, money and gain peace of mind driving your EV. Don’t wait, start saving today.

Federal Investment Tax Credit

Tax credits are based on the battery size and go up to $7,500 for customers who purchase an EV, but they won’t last forever. The expiration date is separate for each manufacturer and occurs after an automaker sells 200,000 qualified vehicles. More and more manufacturers are introducing EVs, so there is no limit of choices on the market!

Electric Vehicle Chargers do will qualify for ITC credits when combined with a home residential solar system or storage installation. Make sure to include all your energy efficiency upgrades as part of your VIG Solar contract to receive the greatest value.

Manufactures Discounts

For vehicles placed in service on or after April 18, 2023, the credit amount will depend on the vehicle meeting the critical minerals requirement ($3,750) and/or the battery components requirement ($3,750). A vehicle meeting neither requirement will not be eligible for a credit, a vehicle meeting only one requirement may be eligible for a $3,750 credit, and a vehicle meeting both requirements may be eligible forthe full $7,500 credit.

For vehicles placed in service before or on April 17, 2023, the credit is calculated as a $2,500 base amount plus, for a vehicle which draws propulsion energy from a battery with at least 7 kilowatt hours of capacity, $417, plus an additional $417 for each kilowatt hour of battery capacity in excess of 5 kilowatt hours, up to an additional $5,000 beyond the base amount. In general, the minimum credit amount will be $3,751 ($2,500 + 3 * $417), representing the credit amount for a vehicle with the required minimum of 7 kilowatt hours of battery capacity. Learn more

The credit is nonrefundable, so you can’t get back more on the credit than you owe in taxes. You can’t apply any excess credit to future tax years. Learn more.

For vehicles purchased in 2022 or before, credit eligibility was determined under different criteria.

 

*Ask your representative about which incentive you’re eligible to receive. Please consult a tax advisor on your ability to claim these nonrefundable tax credits.

Electric vehicles are the wave of the future. When you drive an EV you’ll want the convenience and cost savings of charging at home. While public charges (Level 3) are faster than typical home chargers, finding one, planning the timing and waiting while your car charges is not the ideal scenario. VIG Solar can install a Level 2 charger in less than 7 days — giving you the ultimate convenience of charging on your schedule.

 

Understanding Charging

Level 1 (trickle) charging typically takes 15 hours to fully charge an EV. That means that owners may need to charge during peak usage times or feel compelled to ‘top off’ using public charging stations to avoid range anxiety — expensive alternatives! But what if you could get a Level 2 charger installed at no charge when we install solar for your home?

Level 1 Chargers

These typically come with your car and are able to be used with your home electric outlets.

Pros

    • Easily adaptable, use with a standard 110 outlet
    • Easy to transport to allow remote charging

Cons

    • Typical charging time for full charge is 15 hours
    • Most basic charge system with no interface
    • No ability to select charge cycle to avoid top peak usage

Power Up Your Home Charging

Level 2 Chargers

Level 2 charger 3-4 hours to recharge carThe charging time is reduced by more than 60% and allows owners to charge at the speed of a public charger conveniently at your own home.

Pros

    • Quality chargers will fully charge an EV in 3 – 4 hours.
    • Plug in models can share an outlet with a range or dryer
    • Most have mobile apps to monitor or configuration charging
    • Ownership yields lower cost of charging versus public charging station
    • Peace of mind allowing EV owners to maintain full capacity for the most range

 Cons 

    • Increased energy demand on your home
    • Require a 240v electrical outlet or hardwired, plus a dedicated, dual-pole breaker
    • Expense for installation – Licensed electrician needed to install new outlet or hardwiring
    • If demand charges are in place, the higher current draw may increase energy costs

Power Up Your Home Charging

Level 3 Chargers

The cream of the crop! These are the leading edge of the charging technology.

Pros

  • The fastest charge times available. Approximately 80% of range achieved in 40 minutes
  • In the future: Bi-directional energy flow – allows direct DC connection between EV battery and the home in case of power outage. Your EV helps keeps your home powered!
  • Highest degree of integration to the grid for both the user and the energy provider

 Cons 

  • Typically only available commercially
  • Expensive
  • Very new technology — early adopter status for buyers

VIG Solar is here to help! Our team can typically install a Level 2 charger in as little as 7-business days.

Yes, most residential EV chargers are water and dust resistant and designed to be installed and work outdoors.

Depends on type of installation, where the charger will be installed, if an MSP upgrade is needed. Our team of dedicated solar consultants are here to help you with a custom quote.

Level 1 (regular plug) 2-5 MPH and Level 2 approximately 20 – 60 MPH. To learn more visit our How It Works section.

Up to you – hardwiring typically allows for most amperage therefore fastest charging.

Your team at VIG Solar will take care of everything for you. From upgrades to permitting. To get started on your custom charger quote please contact us here.

During the virtual consultation, our engineers will need a picture of your main service panel, a picture of where you would like the charger, and what’s between them to get started.

VIG Solar handles everything from installation to permitting so you have nothing to worry about. Our team are experts in all things solar + EV.

Let’s Get Started

Ready to get powered up with EV Charging? In most instances we can install Level 2 residential chargers for homeowners with an EV in 7 days or less. Of course, we are here to speak with you in person. Call (702) 582-9949 if you want to get started on the phone. GET STARTED HERE

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EV Services

EV Technology & Incentives

If you have an EV or are planning on purchasing one soon, let us help you plan your solar installation its use. We can tell you what to expect with your EV charging and we can help you size your system based on your driving habits and model of car purchase. A hardwired high output Level 2 charger can be installed in your garage or carport as part of your solar system. Make this investment now so you are ready for the future.

Tax credits are based on the battery size and go up to $7,500 for customers who purchase an Electric Vehicle, but they won’t last forever. Utilities and automobile manufacturers are also offering incentives for choosing their models. More and more manufacturers are introducing EVs, so there is no limit of choices on the market! Another benefit is adding charging will also increase the value of your home. A win all around!

Understanding Charging

Level 1 (trickle) charging typically takes 15 hours to fully charge an EV. That means that owners may need to charge during peak usage times or feel compelled to ‘top off’ using public charging stations to avoid range anxiety — expensive alternatives! But what if you could get a Level 2 charger installed at no charge when we install solar for your home?

Level 1 Chargers

These typically come with your car and are able to be used with your home electric outlets.

Pros

    • Easily adaptable, use with a standard 110 outlet
    • Easy to transport to allow remote charging

Cons

    • Typical charging time for full charge is 15 hours
    • Most basic charge system with no interface
    • No ability to select charge cycle to avoid top peak usage

Power Up Your Home Charging

Level 2 Chargers

Level 2 charger 3-4 hours to recharge carThe charging time is reduced by more than 60% and allows owners to charge at the speed of a public charger conveniently at your own home.

Pros

    • Quality chargers will fully charge an EV in 3 – 4 hours.
    • Plug in models can share an outlet with a range or dryer
    • Most have mobile apps to monitor or configuration charging
    • Ownership yields lower cost of charging versus public charging station
    • Peace of mind allowing EV owners to maintain full capacity for the most range

 Cons 

    • Increased energy demand on your home
    • Require a 240v electrical outlet or hardwired, plus a dedicated, dual-pole breaker
    • Expense for installation – Licensed electrician needed to install new outlet or hardwiring
    • If demand charges are in place, the higher current draw may increase energy costs

The Future Of Charging

Level 3 Chargers

The cream of the crop! These are the leading edge of the charging technology.

Pros

    • The fastest charge times available. Approximately 80% of range achieved in 40 minutes
    • In the future: Bi-directional energy flow – allows direct DC connection between EV battery and the home in case of power outage. Your EV helps keeps your home powered!
    • Highest degree of integration to the grid for both the user and the energy provider

Cons

    • Typically only available commercially
    • Expensive
    • Very new technology — early adopter status for buyers

I can’t believe how easy VIG made it to get off the grid. If you are concerned about the cost of rising energy costs like we were, you should definitely call them. We had a complete system installed and realized a savings the next month. We feel more secure knowing we won’t be impacted by blackouts or outrageous energy bills!

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