EV Charger Maintenance - Annual Service
To maintain reliable operation and safety, EV chargers should be inspected at least once a year.
At Lloyd Electrical, our qualified electricians provide comprehensive annual inspections and certification to ensure your chargers remain safe, efficient, and fully compliant with UK regulations.
- For Homeowners: Protect your property and your family. We ensure your home charging unit and circuit are functioning correctly and safely, giving you total peace of mind.
- For Businesses: Demonstrate compliance with BS 7671 and the Electricity at Work Regulations. Avoid liability and fulfill your legal duty of care to staff, visitors, and the general public.
Why Does Your EV Charger Need an Annual Service?
Unlike standard household appliances, an EV charger operates at high power for several hours at a time, often in harsh outdoor conditions. Over time, constant heat cycles, moisture, and general wear can lead to degraded connections, faulty RCDs, or earthing issues that are not visible to the naked eye.
Neglecting maintenance doesn't just risk equipment failure; it can lead to serious safety hazards.
- For homeowners, a fault can also mean the significant inconvenience of a vehicle you cannot charge.
- For businesses, the stakes are even higher: charger downtime can lead to lost revenue, reputation damage, and potential liability if the installation is found to be non-compliant.
Annual certification and a dedicated EV Charger Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR), is the most effective way to ensure your equipment continues to meet BS 7671 (The IET Wiring Regulations). For businesses providing EV chargers for public or employee use, compliance is a legal requirement. The annual certificate confirms that your charging equipment complies with safety standards, protecting both your staff and customers and fulfilling your duty of care.
Rather than waiting for a failure to occur, an annual inspection is a proactive safety measure. It protects your property, your vehicle, and anyone using your chargepoints, ensuring your infrastructure remains safe, reliable, and legally compliant. Catching small problems early also helps to avoid costly repairs later, ultimately extending the life of your charger.
What's Included in an EV Charger Annual Service?
An EV charger is a high-power device that operates under heavy load for hours at a time. Our specialist inspection goes beyond a basic check to focus on the unique stresses of car charging, ensuring your installation meets BS 7671 standards.
- Hardware & Safety Functions: We perform a full visual and functional check of the charger unit, including the locking mechanism, isolation switches, and status lights, to ensure everything operates as the manufacturer intended.
- Torque-Tested Connections: Because EV chargers pull high current, thermal expansion can cause internal connections to loosen over time. We manually check and re-torque all electrical connections to prevent overheating and "arcing."
- Precision RCD Testing: We test your "safety switches" (RCDs) using specialist equipment to ensure they trip at the correct speed and current. This is vital to prevent fatal electric shocks in the event of a fault.
- Live Loop & Earth Verification: Using "Live Loop" testing, we verify that the safety path to the ground is low-resistance and functional. This ensures that if a fault occurs, the power is cut instantly before the charger or vehicle becomes "live."
- The "Power Path" Inspection: We inspect the entire circuit from your consumer unit (fuse box) to the charger, checking for any signs of cable degradation, moisture ingress, or "thermal stress" that could lead to failure.
- Supply Integrity Check: We verify that your electrical supply remains suitable for the charger’s load, ensuring it isn't straining your main fuse or causing power instability within your property.
- Software Updates: We check for any available software updates that could improve your charger’s performance or fix known bugs.
- Professional Certification: You will receive a formal digital report (EICR) and an Annual Safety Certificate. This provides a vital "paper trail" for insurance compliance, manufacturer warranty claims, and (for businesses) workplace safety records.
When Is Additional Maintenance Necessary?
While annual servicing is generally sufficient for most EV chargers, there are instances when additional attention is required:
- Visible Damage: If you notice any physical damage, such as a cracked casing or exposed cables, contact a professional immediately to avoid safety risks.
- Charging Issues: If you experience irregular charging speeds, overheating, or error messages, it’s important to get the unit checked as these could indicate underlying problems.
- Extreme Weather Conditions: If you live in an area with severe weather, additional inspections may be required to ensure your charger can withstand environmental stresses.
Why Choose Lloyd Electrical for Your EV Charger Inspections?
When it comes to high-voltage EV infrastructure, specialist knowledge is non-negotiable. As NAPIT-registered and OZEV-approved installers, we bring a wealth of technical expertise to every inspection. We don't just understand general electrics; we are specialists in the unique earthing requirements and safety protocols dictated by the latest IET Wiring Regulations.
Our team has undergone rigorous training with leading EV charger manufacturers and currently maintains public charging networks for major commercial providers. This means whether we are inspecting a single domestic unit or a large-scale commercial hub, you benefit from the same industry-leading standards.
- Manufacturer Approved: Deep technical knowledge across multiple charger brands.
- Commercial Proven: Trusted to maintain high-traffic public charging points.
- Safety First: Guaranteed compliance with the latest BS 7671 standards.
- Efficiency: Fast response times and reliable, competitive service.
Our Service Packages and Pricing
We offer tailored service packages for different types of chargers:
- 7kW Domestic Service: £125 (net)
- 22kW Light Commercial Service: £150 (net)
- 50kW to 350kW Service: £250 (net)
We also offer additional services upon request, such as:
- Thermal Heat Test Under Load: £85 (net)
Book Your EV Charger Service Today
Don't wait for a fault to occur. Whether you are a homeowner or a business owner, our highly qualified team is ready to provide the professional inspection and certification you need.
For more information or to book your EV charger service:
Give us a call on 07793 387 287 Contact us using our secure contact form