Level 2 EV Charger Installation in New Jersey

Level 2 EV charger: Installs, load calc, 40–60A circuit, permits
By Cory Gilman, NJ licensed electrical contractor

Integrated Electrical Solutions installs Level 2 home EV chargers across New Jersey. Most installs cost $1,200–$3,500 and take 4–8 hours. If your panel needs an upgrade first, plan on 1–2 days. Licensed NJ electrical contractor, License #34EB01852700, based in Jackson Township. For local details, see our Ocean County and Monmouth County EV charger pages.Sample text. Click to select the Text Element.

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What A Level 2 Charger Actually Is

A Level 2 charger runs on a dedicated 240V circuit, usually 40, 50 or 60 amps, on copper wire. It's not a shared garage outlet. The Department of Energy notes that most EV drivers charge overnight at home on Level 1 or Level 2 equipment. The difference is speed: a 32A charger adds roughly 20–30 miles of range an hour, while a 120V outlet adds 3–5.

Garage or Outside?

The garage is the cheap run. A driveway location means conduit, a weatherproof mount and a longer wire, and the wire gets thicker with distance.

The Panel Decides the Price

A spare breaker and a short run to the garage is mostly labor and wire. A full 100A panel already carrying central air and an electric range is different: a 60A charger has to wait on a 200A service upgrade. A load-management device is the middle option when the service is close. We do the calculation from your panel label, not the car brochure. EV charging circuits fall under Article 625 of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), which covers how the circuit is sized and protected.

Permit, Inspection & the Utility

Every town we work in requires an electrical permit for a Level 2 charger. New Jersey's Department of Community Affairs publishes a homeowner's guide to EV charging stations alongside the permit forms. We pull the permit and meet the inspector. A passed inspection is also what most utility incentive paperwork asks for. 

JCP&L serves most of Jackson, Toms River, Brick and Howell. PSE&G serves more of north Jersey.

 How It Works: with ​​​​us, it's easy as 1-2-3!

Step 1

You Call

Describe what your issue or service needed.

Step 2

Schedule Appointment

Book your appointment.

Step 3

We Install It

Receive scheduled service.

Rebates & Credits: What's actually Open

Incentives change often, so here's where things stand rather than a promise:

We give you the itemized invoice and the inspection sign-off. You file for whatever is open that month.

What Ocean and Monmouth jobs typically cost

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does an EV charger install cost in New Jersey? 

Most Level 2 installs cost $1,200–$3,500, depending on the panel and the length of the run. We give free on-site estimates.

Do I need a permit?

Yes. Every town we work in requires one. We file it and meet the inspector.

Will I need a panel upgrade?

Many homes with 100A or 150A service do, especially with central air and an electric range. We check during the site visit.

Can I plug into my dryer outlet?

Not as a permanent setup. A Level 2 charger needs its own circuit.

Is there still a federal tax credit?

No. It ended for chargers installed after June 30, 2026. PSE&G customers may still qualify for help with wiring costs.

Do you install Tesla chargers?

Yes, along with every other brand. We're a licensed electrical contractor, not a manufacturer dealer.

How long does it take?

4–8 hours for a simple install. 1–2 days if the panel needs upgrading.

(609) 752-6074

Integrated Electrical Solutions
100 Cedar Swamp Rd, Jackson Township, NJ 08527
Primary #: ​(609) 752-6074
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