I got an estimate to install my Tesla Wall Charger at my house and was wondering if it is a fair price.
The estimate is $950 (+ tax).
Here is the text of the quote:
The conduit run is roughly 25-30 feet. There is room in the box for the breaker.
The house is a 4-plex that I own and I live in one of the units. There are 4 separate meters, each with 100 amp service. He told me that he would only install a 40 amp breaker and not 50 or 60 because of the 100 amp service. Does this sound right? The vehicle would only be charging in the middle of the night when little else is requiring power. I inquired about upgrading one of the 100 amp boxes to 200 amp service and he said it couldn't be done without replacing the entire electrical service for $5000-7000. He did not remove the main panel where the power line comes in, he said he could tell by just looking at it. If any electricians here could give me their opinion on this I'd appreciate it. Here is a pic:
Aside from that does the quote seem fair?
Thanks.
The estimate is $950 (+ tax).
Here is the text of the quote:
Installation of charging equipment for Tesla electric
vehicle. Tesla wall charger to be connected with #8
copper conductors.
Conduit to be run from panel A around exterior wall.
Unit will be installed: on rear wall of building closest
to driveway
Circuit breaker type: SDHO 40 amp 2 pole
The conduit run is roughly 25-30 feet. There is room in the box for the breaker.
The house is a 4-plex that I own and I live in one of the units. There are 4 separate meters, each with 100 amp service. He told me that he would only install a 40 amp breaker and not 50 or 60 because of the 100 amp service. Does this sound right? The vehicle would only be charging in the middle of the night when little else is requiring power. I inquired about upgrading one of the 100 amp boxes to 200 amp service and he said it couldn't be done without replacing the entire electrical service for $5000-7000. He did not remove the main panel where the power line comes in, he said he could tell by just looking at it. If any electricians here could give me their opinion on this I'd appreciate it. Here is a pic:
Aside from that does the quote seem fair?
Thanks.