Tesla Home Charging

Charging your electric vehicle at home is convenient and cost-effective. By setting up an EV home charger, you can simply plug in where you park and utilize low overnight utility pricing during off-peak hours.

Follow the steps below to successfully install and experience Tesla home charging.

Review Home Charging Options
Consult a Certified Installer
Order Equipment
Install Charging
Plug In and Charge

Review Home Charging Options

There are a range of equipment options to keep your electric vehicle charged at home. Consider your daily driving habits, where you park every night and what kind of vehicle you own; then, review your options below.

Benefits

Most convenient home charging option
Compatible with all electric vehicles
Charging scheduling and history
Remote diagnostics
Outdoor compatible

Charging Rates

Up to 21 kW¹

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Benefits

Plugs into standard household outlets or 220 V outlets
Portable for on-the-go use

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Consult a Certified Installer

Tesla trains Certified Installers who specialise in electric vehicle charging. These installers can help select the best charging option for your home, provide an installation quote and install your product.

To find an installer in your area, enter your address or zip code in the Find a Certified Installer tool. You can expect your installer to include the standard items below in your installation price, as well as additional items for more complex installations.

Standard

Professional installation service and materials
Electrical permit
Inspection
Installation warranty

Additional

Long wire run (distance from electrical panel to installation site)
Trench (underground wires)
Switchboard upgrade
Pedestal installation
Hiding cables behind walls

Order Equipment

Once you have reviewed your equipment options and consulted with your installer, you should visit Tesla Shop to order your home charging equipment prior to scheduling your installation and vehicle delivery.

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In some cases, you can purchase your home charger directly from a Tesla Certified Installer. When you schedule your installation, ask if this option is available.

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Install Charging

We recommend scheduling your installation prior to your vehicle delivery; this allows you to start charging immediately once you’ve received your vehicle.

Installation can take up to several hours, depending on the configuration of your charging setup. Always test your home charging equipment with your installer to ensure it’s working properly.

Installation Resources

Installation Manuals and Product Guides

Plug In and Charge

After installation, you can enjoy the full benefits of Tesla home charging.

With a Wall Connector and its Wi-Fi connectivity, you can control and manage charging through the Tesla app, even for other electric vehicles. You also can power share, set access controls and get remote diagnostics in case something goes wrong.

With a Mobile Connector, you will need to use your vehicle touchscreen and Tesla app to manage and control charging.

Frequently Asked Questions

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The Wall Connector is our recommended home charging solution, as it provides the most convenience with features like scheduling and other electric vehicle compatibility.
The Wall Connector is recommended for home charging because it offers the highest charging rates and speeds and maximum convenience. However, a Tesla vehicle can also be charged with the Mobile Connector from general purpose outlets.

Note: If you intend to use an existing household outlet Tesla recommends contacting an authorized installer or electrician to inspect prior to use. To achieve the best charging experience at home, we recommend installing a Wall Connector.
You can use a Wall Connector to charge all other electric vehicles. Charging speeds vary by vehicle and available power supply.
Installation costs vary depending on the electrical system and type of installation. Contact a Tesla Certified Installer to receive a quote.
Increasingly, multi-unit dwellings are allowing private installation for EV charging. Talk to your property manager about getting charging installed.

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We recommend plugging in every evening to top off the battery. If your utility has low, overnight electricity rates, set your charging schedule to match those off-peak times.
Charge the battery to the appropriate charge limit for your Tesla vehicle based on the installed battery. To adjust the charge limit for your vehicle, open the Charging screen on your touchscreen or in the Tesla app and drag the slider. Different batteries require different charging routines for optimal performance. Your vehicle's touchscreen will display the recommended charge limit for your battery. For other electric vehicles, refer to your vehicle manufacturer's guidance.
Tesla vehicle charging speeds vary by model and whether you are using a Mobile Connector or Wall Connector. Refer to your vehicle manufacturer's guidance for charging speeds of other electric vehicles.

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¹ If the maximum charge rate of the vehicle is 11 kW, larger circuit breaker or higher Wall Connector output setting does not give higher charging speed. Refer to Wall Connector charging speed tables for Tesla vehicles. Maximum charge rate for Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive is 32A. Charging speeds for non-Tesla vehicles will vary.