The Fastest Way to Charge Your EV Starts at Home
Perth is going electric. Fast. EV sales across Western Australia are climbing every year, and if you have just picked up a Tesla, BYD, Kia, Hyundai, or any other electric vehicle, the first question on your mind is probably: how do I charge it at home without waiting 20 hours overnight?
The answer is a properly installed Level 2 EV charger, fitted by a licensed electrician who knows the specific requirements for Perth homes, Perth commercial properties, and Western Australia’s electrical standards. At Brillare Electrical, we have been serving Perth for over a decade. EV charger installation is one of the fastest-growing parts of our business, and we do it properly, first time.
Standard 10A Power Point
- Output: 2.4kW
- Time to Full Charge: 8–20 hours
- Best For: Emergency use only
Level 2 Home Charger (single-phase)
- Output: 7–7.4kW
- Time to Full Charge: 6–10 hours
- Best For: Most Perth homes
Level 2 Three-Phase Charger
- Output: 11–22kW
- Time to Full Charge: 2–5 hours Fastest
- Best For: Three-phase properties & commercial
Our Process
What EV Charger Installation Involves
EV charger installation is not a DIY job. In Western Australia, it must be carried out by a licensed electrician. Here is what Brillare Electrical does on every job:
1. Site Assessment
We inspect your switchboard, existing wiring, and available power capacity before recommending anything.
2. Switchboard Check
Older Perth homes sometimes need switchboard work to handle the additional load. We advise upfront.
3. Cabling
Running the right cable from your switchboard to the installation point — garage, carport, or driveway.
4. Charger Mounting
Wall-mounting the EV charger unit in the correct position, secured and weatherproofed.
5. Testing & Commissioning
Confirming the installation meets AS/NZS 3000 wiring standards and the charger functions correctly.
6. App Setup
For smart chargers, we connect to your Wi-Fi so you can schedule charging, monitor energy use, and access solar integration.
A standard residential installation takes two to five hours. More complex jobs — such as trenching cable, upgrading a switchboard, or setting up multiple bays for commercial use — take longer. We clean up after every job. Always.
EV Charger Brands We Supply & Install in Perth
We are brand-agnostic. We supply and install the brand that suits your situation, your solar setup, and your vehicle — not the brand with the best margin for us. Here are the leading options we carry across Perth:
Tesla Wall Connector Gen 3
One of Perth’s most popular home chargers. Seamless Tesla app integration, up to 11.5kW on three-phase power. Compatible with other EVs via adapter.
- Output: 7.4kW / 11.5kW
- Smart: Tesla App
- Solar: Tesla Ecosystem
MyEnergi Zappi
The go-to for Perth homes with rooftop solar. Operates in eco, eco+, and fast modes — it charges on surplus solar first, slashing your electricity costs.
- Output: 7kW / 22kW
- Smart: Zappi App
- Solar: Excellent
Evnex E2
NZ-designed, built for the Australian market. Works with any solar inverter, strong smart features, and a reputation for solid reliability across Perth installs.
- Output: 7.4kW / 22kW
- Smart: Evnex App
- Solar: Excellent
Ohme Home Pro
Adjusts your charging schedule automatically based on your Synergy tariff. Ideal for Perth EV owners on time-of-use electricity plans.
- Output: 7.4kW
- Smart: Ohme App
- Solar: Good
BYD AC Charger
- Output: 7kW / 11kW
- Smart: RFID access control
- Solar: Via third-party charger
Wallbox Pulsar Plus
Compact and clean-looking, with dynamic power sharing built in. Two EVs, one circuit — it splits available power between both without overloading your supply.
- Output: 7.4kW / 22kW
- Smart: Wallbox App
- Solar: Good
Residential EV Charger Installation Perth
Most Perth residential properties on a standard 63A single-phase supply can handle a 7kW Level 2 charger without any switchboard changes. If your home has three-phase power, you can step up to an 11kW or 22kW unit for significantly faster charging.
Typical Residential Installation Cost in Perth
Most straightforward residential EV charger installations in Perth land between $800 and $2,000 all-in, including the charger unit and labour. The final price depends on:
- Cable run distance from switchboard to charger
- Whether a switchboard upgrade is required
- The charger brand and model selected
- Site-specific complexities (concrete, brick, or challenging cable routes)
Brillare GuaranteeWe provide a fixed-price quote before any work begins. No surprises, no hidden costs. That is the Brillare way.
Do I Need to Upgrade My Switchboard?
This is one of the most common questions Perth homeowners ask. The answer depends on your existing electrical setup:
- Probably NOT needed if: Your switchboard was installed or upgraded in the last 10–15 years, you already have safety switches (RCDs), and you have spare circuit capacity.
- Likely needed if: Your switchboard still uses ceramic fuses, you do not have safety switches, your property is pre-2000 construction, or you are adding a 22kW three-phase charger.
During your site assessment, your Brillare electrician will check your switchboard and advise you upfront if an upgrade is needed and what it will cost.
Commercial EV Charger Installation Perth
Perth businesses, property developers, strata buildings, and fleet operators face a different set of requirements. Commercial EV charging infrastructure needs to handle multiple simultaneous users, withstand daily heavy use, and often integrate with a billing or access management platform.
Brillare Electrical handles commercial EV charger installation across:
- Office buildings and commercial car parks
- Retail centres and hospitality venues
- Strata and apartment complexes
- Industrial warehouses and logistics depots
- Government and council facilities
- Healthcare campuses
- Fleet depots and transport hubs
Commercial installations typically involve three-phase power, load management systems to prevent overloading the building’s supply, and OCPP-compliant hardware that integrates with fleet management or public charging platforms. We assess your site, design the right number of bays and charger outputs, handle all Western Power notifications, and install to commercial wiring standards.
Can I Install an EV Charger Outside?
Yes. EV chargers designed for outdoor installation are IP-rated — weatherproofed against rain, dust, and Perth’s summer heat. Most of the brands we supply come in outdoor-rated versions suitable for carports, driveways, and exposed walls.
For outdoor Perth installations, keep in mind:
- UV protection: Western Australia has high UV exposure. Your Brillare electrician will ensure your charger is rated for outdoor UV environments or has a protective enclosure.
- Cable management: Outdoor installations need properly secured conduit to protect the cable run.
- Mounting surface: Brick, rendered block, and Colorbond steel are all workable surfaces. We use the right fixings for each.
Can a Normal Electrician Install an EV Charger?
Yes, any licensed electrician in WA can legally do it. But there is a meaningful difference between an electrician who has done one EV charger installation and one who specialises in it. At Brillare Electrical, our team:
- Knows which charger models are best suited to Perth’s grid and solar environment
- Understands how to configure smart chargers for Synergy’s time-of-use tariffs
- Is familiar with Western Power’s requirements for notifying load additions
- Assesses your site correctly upfront so there are no surprises on the day
- Configures and commissions the charger properly, including full app setup and solar integration testing
We have done this many times across Perth. We know what works and how to get it right the first time.
EV Charger Installers Near Me: Perth Coverage
We cover the full Perth metro area and surrounding regions. If you are searching for an EV charger installer near me in Perth, here is where we operate:
Northern Suburbs
Joondalup, Wanneroo, Scarborough, Sorrento, Hillarys, Duncraig, Kingsley, Whitford, Clarkson, Butler, Alkimos, Yanchep
Southern Suburbs
Fremantle, Cockburn, Murdoch, Willagee, Melville, Canning Vale, Gosnells, Armadale, Mandurah, Rockingham, Baldivis, Secret Harbour
Eastern Suburbs
Midland, Kalamunda, Forrestfield, Mundaring, Bassendean, Bayswater, Morley, Balcatta, Mirrabooka
Inner & Western
Perth CBD, Subiaco, Nedlands, Claremont, Cottesloe, Mt Lawley, Leederville, Northbridge, Victoria Park, Burswood
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything Perth EV owners ask us before booking:
A standard residential installation takes between two and five hours. Commercial installations vary depending on the number of bays, the complexity of the site, and whether civil works are involved.
For most standard residential installations in Perth, no development approval is required. The work is notifiable to Western Power as an additional load, which your Brillare electrician handles as part of the job. For commercial or high-power installations, additional approvals may apply.
Check the current Western Australian and Federal Government incentives at the time of your installation. Rebate schemes change regularly, and your Brillare electrician can advise on current programs that may offset part of your installation cost.
Most EV chargers use the Type 2 (Mennekes) connector, which is the Australian standard for Level 2 charging. This is compatible with the vast majority of EVs sold in Australia — BYD, Kia, Hyundai, MG, Volvo, BMW, Mercedes, Volkswagen, and more. Tesla vehicles use the Type 2 connector in Australia, so they are also compatible. The charger brand does not need to match your EV brand.
For Perth homes with solar, the MyEnergi Zappi, Evnex E2, Ocular IQ Home Solar, and Ohme Home Pro are all strong options. The right choice depends on your inverter brand and how you want to configure solar charging. We assess this as part of your quote.
It is possible but more complex. Strata properties require body corporate approval before installation. Brillare Electrical works with strata managers and body corporate committees across Perth to design shared EV charging solutions that work for all residents. Contact us to discuss your situation.
You can install a charger in a rental property, but you need written landlord consent. Many Perth landlords are proactively adding EV chargers to improve rental appeal. Get approval from your property manager before proceeding.
With Synergy’s standard tariff, charging a typical 60kWh EV battery from flat at home in Perth costs approximately $15–$18. On a time-of-use plan with overnight rates, it can be as low as $8–$10. With solar during daylight hours, the cost can approach zero.
Installation costs start from around $800 for a straightforward single-phase residential job and go up to $2,000 or more depending on cable run length, switchboard condition, and the charger model selected. Brillare Electrical provides a fixed-price quote before any work starts.
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