CDS Energy installs Level 2 EV chargers with a dedicated 240V circuit, panel capacity assessment, and code-compliant wiring. Works with Tesla, Ford, GM, Rivian — any EV brand. Every install is permitted and inspected to code.
Level 2 / 240V
Charge overnight, drive every day
Why Home EV Charging Makes Sense
Plugging your EV into a standard 120V outlet adds 3–5 miles of range per hour. A Level 2 charger adds 25–30 miles per hour. For most Maine drivers, that's a full charge overnight — every night, without thinking about it.
Public Level 2 and DC fast chargers bill by the kWh or the minute — and the rates are rarely cheap. Charging at home overnight on your own electricity is significantly cheaper, especially if you're on an off-peak rate.
Plug in when you get home. Wake up with a full battery. No planning around charger availability, no waiting in line, no detours. Your car charges while you sleep — and Level 2 can fully charge most EVs in 6–10 hours.
A standard 120V household outlet adds 3–5 miles of range per hour. A Level 2 240V charger adds 25–30 miles per hour. If you're relying on a regular outlet to charge your EV, you're leaving most of the benefit on the table.
Level 2 chargers work with Tesla (via adapter), Ford, Chevy, Rivian, Hyundai, BMW, Volkswagen — any EV that accepts the standard J1772 connector. If you switch vehicles, your charger stays compatible.
A hardwired Level 2 charger is a permanent fixture — and buyers notice it. As EV adoption grows in Maine, having a charger already installed is a genuine selling point that sets your home apart from others on the market.
EV chargers pull a continuous heavy load — 48 amps for hours at a time. That circuit needs to be sized, wired, and protected correctly. We pull the permit, wire it to NEC code, and get it inspected — so your install is safe and your insurance is covered.
Free EV charger estimates — we'll assess your panel, recommend the right setup, and give you a clear price.
What We Handle
Whether it's a straightforward Level 2 install, a panel upgrade first, or wiring for two vehicles — CDS handles every step. One licensed electrician, one crew, start to finish.
Standard Level 2 home EV charger installation — dedicated 240V circuit, proper wire gauge for the load, weatherproof outlet or hardwired EVSE, breaker, and permit. Works in garages, carports, and exterior walls.
Many older Maine homes don't have the panel capacity for a dedicated EV circuit. If your panel is already full or running on 100-amp service, we upgrade it first — then wire the charger. One project, one crew.
Two EVs in the household? We wire dedicated circuits for each vehicle so both can charge simultaneously without tripping breakers or sharing capacity. Properly load-calculated and sized from the panel.
Call Dereck — he'll assess your panel, confirm the circuit requirements, and give you a straight price on the spot.
Why Hire CDS Energy
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Dereck Shaw
Owner & Licensed Electrician
Brands We Install & Programs We Work With
We don't just install equipment — we're registered with the manufacturers and enrolled in the rebate and financing programs that save you money.
NEIF financing available for qualifying EV charger installs. Low-interest energy loans so you can upgrade now and pay over time.
Samsung HVAC certified for ductless and ducted heat pump installation with full manufacturer warranty support.
Registered Efficiency Maine vendor. We handle the rebate paperwork so you get maximum savings.
Factory-authorized Generac dealer. Many EV owners also add a standby generator — we handle both in one project.
Rebates and financing programs are administered by third parties. Vendor listing indicates registration or certification; eligibility and availability may vary by project type and location.
Get a Free EV Charger Estimate
Tell us about your vehicle and home and we'll get back to you within one business day — straight answers on what's needed, cost, and timing. No pressure, no sales pitch.
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ALL of Maine — Statewide
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