Southern California Edison Rebates Could Cover Your Panel Upgrade for EV Charging

If you've been thinking about adding an EV charger at home, there's a good chance your electrical panel needs attention first. Most older panels simply weren't built to handle the load of a Level 2 charger. And if your panel is under 200 amps, you'll likely need an upgrade before any charger goes in.

Here's the part a lot of people don't know about - Southern California Edison's Charge Ready Home program may cover a big chunk of that cost. Eligible low-income households can receive up to $4,200 toward a panel upgrade. Households in disadvantaged communities may qualify for up to $2,100. That's real money back in your pocket for work that needs to happen anyway.

We help homeowners figure out exactly what their setup needs. Not every home requires the same solution, and we're not going to oversell you on work that isn't necessary. We'll assess your current panel, walk you through your options, and handle the installation the right way - permitted, up to code, and done cleanly.

The SCE rebate process requires a licensed contractor to complete the panel upgrade and help submit your rebate paperwork. That's exactly what we do. We're familiar with the program and can take a lot of the guesswork out of the process for you.

Panel upgrades are one of those investments that pays off beyond just EV charging. A properly sized panel improves the overall safety and efficiency of your home's electrical system - and it adds real value to the property. If an EV is in your future, this is the right time to get your home's electrical side of things sorted out.