Gabriel from Freehold, NJ has been a Green Sun Energy Services client since October of 2024. The charger went in that November: a ChargePoint Level 2 unit mounted outdoors beside the meter on a dedicated 60-amp circuit. This one carries a NACS connector rather than the older J1772 – the standard Tesla used and the rest of the industry has now adopted, so a charger specified this way suits the cars being sold today rather than the ones sold five years ago. The service was measured beforehand and had the capacity to take the circuit, which is the check that decides whether an installation is a morning’s work or turns into a panel upgrade.
Why Gabriel chose Green Sun Energy Services
Professional home EV charging made simple, from electrical design through final inspection.
What makes Green Sun Energy Services different
- EV charging: installed with certifications from Qmerit, ChargePoint, Enphase, SolarEdge and Tesla, by a licensed electrician and fully managed by our team. On this home: a ChargePoint CPH50-HARDWIRE-L23 EV charger on a 60-amp circuit.
- Local: locally owned and operated in New Jersey since 2010, NJHIC licensed (#13VH06229000), with 35 completed EV charger projects across Monmouth County and 91 EV charger projects throughout New Jersey.
Our work in Freehold
Green Sun Energy Services has completed 3 EV charger installations in Freehold. Freehold is served by JCP&L.
Thinking about an EV charger for your Freehold home? Tell us about your project here or call 732-410-7818.
Power it. Protect it. Maintain it.
Project Facts
- Location
- Freehold, NJ
- Service
- EV Charger Installation
- Client since
- October 2024
- Manufacturer & model
- ChargePoint CPH50-HARDWIRE-L23
- Charging port
- TESLA (NACS)
- Circuit breaker
- 60 amp
- Charging stations
- 1
- Estimated range added per hour
- 36 mi / 58 km
EV charger questions from Freehold homeowners
Does a home EV charger need an electrical permit in Freehold?
A new permanently installed EV charging circuit generally requires an electrical permit and inspection under New Jersey's Uniform Construction Code. Where a utility rebate is involved, the programme may also want evidence that the permit was closed out properly.
Why is copper size important for EV chargers?
EV chargers draw high current for long periods. Undersized conductors can overheat and create excessive voltage drop, while oversized conductors may not fit equipment terminals. Proper engineering and installation matter.
What if my panel is Federal Pacific, Zinsco, or another older brand?
Older or problematic equipment may warrant replacement before adding a large continuous load. An electrician should inspect the panel condition, breaker availability, listing, service size, and safety history.