Built for desert homes
110° summers that push air conditioners to the limit and hard water that wears out water heaters and fixtures — we know your climate.
EV Charger Installation in St. George
Faster charging at home, wired the right way
The cord that comes with most electric cars plugs into a regular 120-volt outlet, and it’s slow, often adding only a few miles of range per hour. For a daily commute, a road trip to Cedar City or a run up to Springdale, most drivers want a Level 2 charger on a 240-volt circuit, which can refill a typical battery overnight. That circuit is a big new load, and in a St. George summer it shares the panel with an air conditioner that’s already working hard.
Element’s licensed electricians start with your panel. We run a load calculation, plan the circuit and breaker size, pick the best mounting spot in the garage, carport or driveway and install the charger to code. If your panel is short on capacity, we’ll explain the options, from load management to a panel upgrade, and price each one upfront.
- Level 2 Charging A dedicated 240-volt circuit for overnight charging.
- Panel Checked First Load calculation before we add a large new circuit.
- Done to Code Licensed, insured and backed by our full service guarantee.
Ready to Install?
Reasons to install a home EV charger
If any of these sound like you, a Level 2 charger will make daily driving easier.
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Wall Outlet Is Too Slow
The standard cord can’t recover a full day’s driving overnight.
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A New EV Arriving
Get the charger in before the car comes home.
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Long Regional Drives
Trips across Washington and Iron counties start easier with a full battery.
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Two EVs in the Family
Plan circuits and load sharing so both cars charge reliably.
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Extension Cords in Use
Charging through a household extension cord is a fire risk.
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Solar on the Roof
A smart charger can schedule charging around your energy use.
What We Install
Home charging, from circuit to charger
Everything your home needs to charge safely and quickly.
- Level 2 Chargers Wall-mounted chargers installed in garages, carports and driveways.
- 240-Volt Outlets Dedicated outlets for plug-in chargers, wired and grounded to code.
- Panel Upgrades Added capacity when your panel can’t carry a charger circuit.
- Smart Chargers Wi-Fi chargers that schedule charging and track energy use.
- Two-Car Setups Circuits and load sharing planned for more than one EV.
- Surge Protection Protect the charger and your car from power spikes.
How It Works
How we install your EV charger
Most installs are done in a day once the plan is approved.
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Tell Us About Your EV
Share your car, your charger if you have one and where you park.
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Check the Panel
We run a load calculation and plan the circuit route.
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Approve the Quote
You see the full price, including any panel work, before we begin.
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Install and Test Charge
We install the charger and confirm it charges at the expected rate.
Southern Utah crews. Desert‑tough service.
Why Southern Utah homeowners choose Element
Two offices, one local team
Real offices in St. George and Hurricane, with crews serving Washington, Santa Clara, Ivins, Cedar City and Springdale — not a call center.
Award-winning work
Voted Best of Southern Utah Gold in 2025 and 2026, and Best of Iron County 2025.
Here 24/7
Burst pipe at 2 a.m. or no AC on a 110° Sunday — a real technician answers the call.
Bringing home an electric car?
Get a free estimate for a Level 2 charger from a licensed St. George electrician. Financing is available.
Maintenance Membership
Ready for 110° desert summers.
Seasonal checkups for every system in your home.
Seasonal checkups catch small problems before they become emergencies — and keep your systems running efficiently all year.
- Annual whole-home plumbing inspection
- Water heater flush & safety check
- Seasonal heating & AC tune-ups
- Priority scheduling for members
- Member savings on repairs
EV charger questions from St. George homeowners
What’s the difference between Level 1 and Level 2 charging?
Level 1 uses a standard 120-volt outlet and adds range slowly, which suits plug-in hybrids or light driving. Level 2 uses a 240-volt circuit, similar to an electric dryer, and charges many times faster, so most battery EVs can fill up overnight. Most homeowners choose Level 2.
Can my current panel handle a charger?
Many can, but not all. We check the panel’s size, how much of it your AC and appliances already use, and whether there’s room for a new breaker. If capacity is tight, we’ll explain options including a panel upgrade.
Can a charger go outside in the desert heat?
Yes, as long as the charger is rated for outdoor use. A carport or the shaded side of the house is better than a wall that takes full afternoon sun, since electronics last longer when they run cooler. We seal the connections against dust and monsoon rain and use weather-rated fittings so the installation holds up year after year.
Will a charger work with my car?
Most Level 2 chargers use a standard connector, and adapters cover the common exceptions. Tell us which car you drive, or show us the charger you’ve already bought, and we’ll confirm it will work before we install anything. If you haven’t picked a charger yet, we can talk through the features that matter, like Wi-Fi scheduling and cable length.
Should I add surge protection with my charger?
It’s a good idea. The charger and the car plugged into it both contain sensitive electronics, and monsoon season brings plenty of lightning to Southern Utah. A whole-home device at the panel protects the charger along with your AC and appliances, and it’s simple to add while we’re already working there. See surge protection.
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