EV Charger Install Estimator, Western Cape

EV Charger Install Estimator

Budget calculator

EV Charger Install Estimator

Plug in a few details about your setup and get an instant ballpark for your EV charger installation (VAT included). Final pricing is confirmed on a physical site assessment.

1Where’s your electrical board?
A minimum of a 40A MCB is required for a 7kW Charger installation
2Cable run
Distance from the board to the charger, in metres
m

Surfix 3 core (alu shield) protected cable

3Charger (wall box)
Choose what applies to your install
4Add (unless you know your charger comes with a built-in “Type A” RCD)

Ballpark estimate

Based on what you’ve selected so far

Select your board location to start
Estimated total
R0
VAT included · subject to physical site assessment
Note: This estimate is for budget and educational purposes only and does not constitute a final quote. Actual pricing depends on a physical site assessment of your installation.
WhatsApp Frankie — free site assessment Clarification: this is a ballpark estimate intended for budget expectation – it’s not a replacement for a site assessment. The estimate shown can vary, either way, by up to 20%.

What Influences Our Quote

Quotes can vary widely – ensure the following components are covered:

  • Space in existing electrical board
    1: Space in existing electrical board. The board needs 1-4 spare spaces.
  • Small sub DB next to main DB
    2: No space? Sub DB next to the main DB will be required – normally a 6-way surface mounted)
  • Type A ELU/RCD
    3: Type A VC8035 compliant ELU (if the charger has no built-in RCD then this is necessary)
  • Cable size and length
    4: Cable size and length (6mm or 10mm is the norm) – calculated on Surfix 3-core
  • Power constraints and load management
    5: Power constraints? Load mitigation calculated off CBI CT driven Astute Controller.
  • Difficulty of pulling cable
    6: Difficulty of pulling cable (holes through wall/s, trenching, etc.). The cable usually takes up 60/70% of the install time.

EVCI · estimator for planning purposes · pricing includes VAT · onsite assessment confirms final cost

EV Charger Install Estimator, Cape Town, Western Cape

This is a ballpark estimate based on real-world installs EVCI has completed.

The calculator is relatively accurate and EVCI expects the quote to come in close to, or moderately lower than, the estimate shown here. A physical site assessment is the only way to confirm exact pricing.

Charger Install - Hout Bay
Gridcars Wall Box Install
Victon Wall Box install - Sommerset West
Victron Wall Box Install
Set up for two 7kW chargers using a manual change-over switch to select charger 1 or charger 2 (32 amps)
Changeover Switch for two cars
How much does it cost to install an EV charger at home?

Depending on your electrical board location, cable run length, and whether you need a new charger unit – a physical site assessment gives the most accurate price, but most straightforward installs fall in the R4,500–R7,500 range + charger.

What affects the price of an EV charger installation?

The main cost drivers are: where your distribution board is located (garage vs. inside the house), how far the cable needs to run from the board to the charger, whether you already own a charger or need one supplied, and any extra protection like a Type 2 voltage suppressor.

Do I need an electrician for an EV charger install?

Yes. EV charger installs require a qualified electrician, a dedicated 40A MCB (mini circuit breaker), and Type A earth leakage protection on the circuit. This ensures the installation is safe, compliant, and covered under warranty — it’s not a DIY job.

Can I just plug in my portable into an existing plug?

Yes, but with caution. A portable EV charger typically pulls around 2.7kW (13 amps) continuously for 6–12 hours. If it shares a circuit with other appliances, that circuit can overheat to dangerous levels — so it’s best to run the charger on its own dedicated circuit.