HOW TO HIRE · ELECTRICAL · CHECKED OCTOBER 2026
An ev charger installation in Ireland costs €700–€1,500 per install, typically around €1,000. Here is how to check that in a minute, what to ask before you book, and what you must be handed when the job is done.
THE 60-SECOND VERSION
BEFORE YOU BOOK
Restricted to Registered Electrical Contractor (REC): a new circuit; a rewire; a new or replacement distribution board; work at the meter; a new supply to a bathroom or an outdoor area. Not restricted: replacing a light fitting like for like; replacing a socket front like for like.
Search the Safe Electric register for the name or the registration number before you agree a price. safeelectric.ie →
Issued by the Registered Electrical Contractor on completion of restricted works, once tested. It matters because it records that the work met the national wiring rules and was tested, and it is asked for on sale, remortgage and insurance.
Agree before the work starts that you will be handed completion certificate, and keep it with the house papers.
Expect public liability; ask who the insurer is and for the policy number. From a company, ask for the insurer, the limit and the VAT number, and ask who actually attends: the team that turns up may be employed, subcontracted or both, and only one of those is supervised by the firm you are paying.
Ask to see the current certificate of insurance — the insurer's name, the limit and the date it runs to.
Under the Consumer Rights Act 2022 a trader must tell you they are a trader, and your consumer rights — work carried out with reasonable skill and care, and a cooling-off period on a contract agreed in your home or online — apply to traders and not to private sellers. On Locufy the trader status is shown on the profile.
Look for the trader badge on the Locufy profile, and ask anyone else for it in writing before you agree a price.
VAT at 13.5%, the reduced rate Revenue publishes for this service. Ask whether the price you were given includes it. A trader under the €42,500 registration threshold does not charge it; one over it must, and must show it separately.
Ask whether the figure you were given includes it, and for the VAT number if they are registered — Revenue publishes the rate for this service. revenue.ie →
A good answer: A number you can look up yourself before you agree a price — electrical Wiring — proper electrical wiring is a critical component of the installation process.
A good answer: On the day the work is finished and tested, not posted on later — charger Selection — choosing the right EV charger is crucial for optimal performance.
A good answer: The cheapest option is cheapest for a reason. — ask before the quote rather than after.
A good answer: Fine work is checked more often, and checking takes time. — ask before the quote rather than after.
A good answer: It affects the finish as much as it affects the price. — ask before the quote rather than after.
A good answer: Site Assessment — A thorough site assessment is essential to determine the best location for the EV charger installation — get the exclusions named in the quote, because a EV charger installer job is priced on what was agreed and not on what was assumed.
A good answer: Expect public liability; ask who the insurer is and for the policy number — smart Charger Installation — installing a smart EV charger that allows remote monitoring and scheduling of charging sessions.
The figures are for the job, per install, and a quote for your own is the only number that binds anyone. Home ev charger installation and Wall-mounted charger setup each carry their own band. EV Charger Installation price guide →
Guide prices compiled by the Locufy team from published Irish and UK provider price lists and 2026/27 cost guides. Updated 2026.
KNOW WHAT TO LOOK FOR? NOW FIND ONE
ID checked, trader status and one score from every review — on the card, before you message anyone. Nearest first. No account needed to look.
Or post the job free and let them come to you.
AFTER
MONEY BACK
Two public schemes touch electrical work in a home. Neither pays for the job itself; both are claimed for the equipment and its installation, and the amounts and the dates are SEAI's own.
Who: A homeowner, or anyone with off-street parking at the property. You do not have to own an electric vehicle to apply.
Who: The owner of a home built and occupied before 2025.
Schemes change. The amounts above were checked on the dates shown; the official page is the one that counts.
The cost can vary based on the type of charger, the complexity of the installation, and any necessary electrical upgrades. Additional factors include the distance from the main electrical panel and local labour rates.
Typically, the installation process can take anywhere from a few hours to a full day, depending on the complexity of the job and the existing electrical infrastructure. A straightforward installation may be completed in just a few hours.
Emergency or same-day installation services may be available, but they often come at a premium price. It's best to check with local electricians for their availability and any additional fees.
Yes, many electricians offer package deals for multiple related jobs, such as installing additional outlets or other electrical upgrades. Bundling services can also help save on overall costs.
Out of scope items may include extensive electrical panel upgrades, structural modifications to accommodate the charger, or any landscaping work needed for installation. Always clarify what is included before the job begins.
Search the name or the registration number. If the number does not resolve to the name on the quote, stop there.
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