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Do I Need a Panel Upgrade for an EV Charger? A Master Electrician’s Honest Answer
Most homeowners with 200A panels don’t need a panel upgrade. Learn how NEC 220.82 demand factors work and when you actually need one.
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Expert guides on EV charger installation, panel capacity, and NEC load calculations. Written by Jason Walls, Master Electrician, IBEW Local 369.
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EV Charger Panel Upgrade Cost: What It Really Costs (And When You Don’t Need One)
Break down the real costs of service upgrades, panel replacements, sub-panels, and circuit additions. Know what you’re paying for before you call.
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NEC 220.82 and Your EV Charger: The Code Your Electrician Should Be Using
Step-by-step walkthrough of the NEC 220.82 Optional Method calculation with real numbers. Plus 2026 NEC updates every homeowner should know.
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NEC 220.82 Explained: The Load Calculation Every EV Charger Owner Should Understand
Complete step-by-step NEC 220.82 walkthrough with demand factors, worked examples, and 2026 NEC changes including EVEMS load management.
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ChargeRight vs Qmerit: Why You Should Get an Independent Assessment First
Compare $12.99 independent NEC 220.82 assessment vs $3,000–$6,000 referral network quotes. The conflict of interest nobody talks about.
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