Charging at 120V is slow.
And it's killing your EV experience.
Plugging your EV into a standard 120V outlet gets you about 3–5 miles of range per hour. For a Tesla Model 3 with a 75 kWh battery, that's 15–20 hours to fully charge from empty. If you drive more than 30 miles a day — which is typical for Palm Beach County commuters — you'll never catch up.
A Level 2 charging station runs on a 240V circuit (like your dryer or oven) and delivers 25–45 miles of range per hour. A typical overnight charge — 10 hours — restores 250–400 miles of range. You wake up every morning with a full battery.
Locke Energy Solutions installs Level 2 home EV chargers across Palm Beach County. We're licensed electricians with experience across all major EV brands: Tesla, Rivian, Ford, GM, Hyundai, Kia, Porsche, and more. We also integrate EV charging with existing solar systems for maximum efficiency and minimum cost.
We serve all of Palm Beach County — Wellington, West Palm Beach, Jupiter, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Lake Worth, Palm Beach Gardens, Royal Palm Beach, and Greenacres. Most installations completed in a single day. Permits and inspection included.
Chargers we install
Tesla Wall Connector
Up to 44 mi/hr of range, WiFi-connected, integrated cable management. Works with all Tesla models; adapter available for non-Tesla vehicles. 24-ft integrated cable. Best all-around option for Tesla owners.
ChargePoint Home Flex
Up to 37 mi/hr, adjustable amperage (16–50A), works with all EVs, NEMA connector for easy removal. Home Assistant compatible. The standard choice for non-Tesla vehicles.
Emporia Vue EVSE
Up to 40A, built-in energy metering, inexpensive, works with all EVs. The budget pick with premium features. Best value on the market. Great if you want to track and optimize your charging energy.
Grizzl-E Smart
Up to 40A, rugged outdoor-rated construction, universal J1772 connector. Canadian-made, built like a tank. Best for outdoor/garage installations where weather rating matters.
Level 1 vs Level 2 — what you need to know
| Level 1 (120V outlet) | Level 2 (240V hardwired) | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging speed | 3–5 miles per hour | 25–45 miles per hour |
| Full charge time | 15–25 hours (typical EV) | 4–8 hours (typical EV) |
| Circuit required | Standard 15–20A outlet | Dedicated 40–60A 240V circuit |
| Hardware cost | $0 (use existing outlet) | $400–$700 for charger |
| Installation cost | $0 (if panel has capacity) | $500–$1,500 (panel upgrade + run) |
| Panel upgrade needed? | Sometimes | Usually, if older than 200A |
Installation process
- Site assessment — we evaluate your main electrical panel capacity and optimal charger placement (garage, carport, outdoor)
- Panel upgrade if needed — older 100A or 150A panels may need upgrading to 200A before adding a 60A EV circuit
- Permit and engineering — we pull the county electrical permit and handle the inspection
- Conduit run — we run 1" conduit from the panel to the charger location, either through the wall or surface-mounted
- Charger installation — hardwired connection, ground fault protection, cable management
- Inspection — county inspection and system verification
- Walk-through — we explain the charger settings, scheduling, and solar integration options
See related services:
Solar panel installation in Palm Beach County — combine solar with your EV charger for the lowest-cost charging at home.
Solar battery storage in Palm Beach County — charge your EV on solar power you generate and store, even at night.
Solar panel repair in Palm Beach County — keep your solar system performing so your EV keeps running clean.