I bought a Chevy Bolt recently and I’m currently a renter. We’re hoping to buy our first house in the coming months, and buying a home charger is one of my first priorities after we close.
Houses are older in my area (metro Detroit), especially at our price point. Most garages are detached, some non existent.
Is there anything specially I need to look or ask for to ensure the house is EV Charger acceptable? Does the electrical equipment need to be somewhere specifically?
Finally, would I be able to purchase a free standing charger if it’s unable to attach to the house?
If you are looking at houses in “at our price point” which sounds lower from your description, why not worry about the electrical and just plan on doing a panel update it after you move in. Just make sure it is not knob and tube and you should be fine. You will need the electrician for the EV charger anyway. Might as well do the upgrade at the same time.