Home Electric Car Charger: Myths About Home Charging – What is true and what is not?
Nov 18, 2025
Let's take a look together at the most common misunderstandings and what you should know before you start building your own home charger. It’s worth reading our blog if you are interested in the topic, as we provide up-to-date information.
1. misconception: It is too expensive to set up the system
It depends. It is true that designing a home electric car charger can be costly if the existing electrical network cannot handle the charging task, or if the installation is more complicated. However, if you already have a three-phase system, the cost can be much more favorable. Moreover, home charging (compared to public charging stations) can quickly recoup the investment cost.
2. misconception: Every house is suitable for home charging
This is not entirely true. Most family houses can be equipped with a charging option, but in apartment buildings, rented houses, or old buildings, there might be obstacles. Beyond the condition of the local electrical network, there is also the question of whether you have parking space, whether the charger can be wall-mounted, and whether you will receive permission for the installation.
It’s best to start with a preliminary site survey. If you want a charger in an apartment building, there might be others who will be partners in implementing your plan, but it is definitely worth seeking expert assistance.
3. misconception: No permits are required
There are times when no special paperwork is really necessary, but if a more complicated intervention is needed, such as network expansion, then the request must be reported. Thus, there will be some waiting time and paperwork, and of course, a connection fee will also need to be paid. What documentation will be needed depends on the service provider, local regulations, and the type of building. It is advisable to inquire about this in advance.
4. misconception: A single socket is sufficient; why buy a separate charger?
On paper, it is true that an electric car can be charged from a 230V socket – but there is a cost to this: much longer charging time, and a greater risk of overloading the network. A properly installed home electric car charger is faster and safer. In addition, dynamic power sharing and intelligent control are provided. Moreover, it can even be connected to a solar power system.
The response of Voltie to questions about home charging
Voltie's proprietary wall chargers make charging easier on multiple levels. On the one hand, they are available in customizable colors, so you can freely choose from the palette. On the other hand, we continuously refine our developments based on user feedback.
The charger can optionally be requested with a Tesla opening button, RFID identifier, and is capable of dynamic power distribution, which means it always uses as much electricity as is currently available in the household. It can also be easily integrated with solar systems.
With the app, every charge becomes transparent: you can see when you charged, how much, at what price, how long it took, and how much energy you consumed. Thanks to the detailed statistics, you can even analyze the data exported to Excel.
The response of Voltie to questions about home charging
Voltie's proprietary wall chargers make charging easier on multiple levels. On the one hand, they are available in customizable colors, so you can freely choose from the palette. On the other hand, we continuously refine our developments based on user feedback.
The charger can optionally be requested with a Tesla opening button, RFID identifier, and is capable of dynamic power distribution, which means it always uses as much electricity as is currently available in the household. It can also be easily integrated with solar systems.
With the app, every charge becomes transparent: you can see when you charged, how much, at what price, how long it took, and how much energy you consumed. Thanks to the detailed statistics, you can even analyze the data exported to Excel.
There are increasing questions about home electric vehicle charging, but there are also increasing answers
Many people start their journey into electric driving with a lot of uncertainties - this is natural. It’s worth getting information from credible sources and not falling for general perceptions. Using the Voltie home electric vehicle charger is convenient, safe, and gives you control in your hands.
