08/20/2026
🔥 When It Comes to EV Charging, “If It Fits, It Ships” Does NOT Apply.
We’ve come across too many EV charging receptacles that look like the one pictured here: overheated, melted, and burned because the wrong equipment was installed or the installation wasn’t done correctly.
An EV charger is one of the largest continuous electrical loads in your home. It can draw a significant amount of power for hours at a time, which means the receptacle, wiring, breaker, connections, and other equipment all need to be properly selected and installed for the application.
Just because a plug fits into a receptacle doesn’t mean that receptacle is appropriate for EV charging. Improper equipment or poor connections can generate excessive heat over time, damaging the receptacle and creating a serious fire hazard.
If you’re adding an EV charger to your home, have it installed correctly by a licensed electrical contractor. Saving a little money on the installation isn’t worth risking your vehicle, your electrical system, or your home.
⚡ SGA Electric LLC
NC Unlimited Electrical License #34032
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