The federal EV charger tax credit expired June 30, 2026. You can still stack the ComEd EV charger rebate (up to $2,500) with off-peak charging savings. Ask about eligibility.
As more people switch to electric cars, charging at home has become essential. Public charging stations are helpful, but home ev charging offers more freedom and lower costs.
Mr. Mighty provides fast, safe, and dependable EV charger installation in Chicago. Our licensed residential electricians are experienced and Chicago-based, with 24/7 emergency support if your charger ever fails after hours. We install charging stations that work with any electric car, including Tesla. We also help you choose between Level 1 chargers and Level 2 chargers, depending on your needs and driving habits.
We handle every step—from inspecting your panel to getting permits. If your panel needs an upgrade, we handle the electrical panel upgrade in the same visit. Our work is backed by warranty, and we’re proud of our fast scheduling and trusted service.
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A Level 1 charger plugs into a standard household outlet and adds about 4–5 miles of range per hour.
It’s the slowest option but works well for short daily commutes or as an entry-level solution for new EV owners. Charging times vary, but a full charge typically takes over 24 hours.
Level 2 chargers use a 240-volt outlet and can fully charge most EVs overnight. They’re ideal for daily drivers or homes with multiple EVs.
Compared to Level 1, they offer a major boost in charging speed and convenience. If needed, we can upgrade your panel and safely install the 240-volt circuit.
We install certified Tesla Wall Connectors for fast, reliable home charging. While Teslas can charge at many public stations, a dedicated Tesla charger at home offers quicker, hassle-free charging.
Our team follows Tesla’s official installation guidelines to ensure compatibility and safety.
Not every EV charger is right for every home. Here is how the three charging levels stack up so you can pick the right setup for your driving habits, budget, and electrical panel.
Pricing shown is a general estimate for typical Chicago-area residential installations and is provided for informational purposes only. It is not a quote, contract, or guarantee. Actual project costs vary based on panel capacity, wire run distance, permit fees, charger model, and site conditions. Contact us for a free on-site estimate.
Most Chicago homeowners spend between $1,800 and $3,000 on a Level 2 charger install — but the final number depends on a handful of line items. Here’s where the money goes.
Basic 32A hardwired units start around $300. Premium 48A smart chargers with Wi-Fi, app control, and load sharing run up to $1,200+.
Covers the 240V circuit, breaker, wire, conduit, and install labor. Longer wire runs from the panel to the garage push this higher.
If your existing panel has room, $0. If a 100A panel needs upgrading to 200A to handle the load, budget $1,800 – $3,500 extra.
City of Chicago electrical permit plus the final inspection. We pull the permit and schedule the inspection for you.
Pricing shown is a general estimate for typical Chicago-area residential installations and is provided for informational purposes only. These are not Mr. Mighty Electric’s exact prices — they are ranges commonly seen across the Chicago market. Actual project costs vary based on panel capacity, wire run distance, permit fees, charger model, and site conditions. Contact us for a free on-site estimate.
Chicago homeowners can tap the ComEd EV charger rebate to cut the out-of-pocket cost of a Level 2 install. The federal 30C credit expired June 30, 2026, but the ComEd rebate remains active — new Chicago EV installs can still tap the ComEd program.
The federal 30C EV charger tax credit — which historically covered 30% of installation cost, up to $1,000 for residential installs — expired June 30, 2026 under the 2025 tax law. Installs completed after that date no longer qualify for the federal credit.
ComEd offers up to a 2,500 dollar residential EV charger rebate for customers who enroll in a qualifying Hourly Pricing plan for 36 months. The 2026 fund is 70 million dollars and awards are first come, first served.
The ComEd Residential EV rebate can put up to $2,500 back on a qualifying Level 2 install, meaningfully cutting the out-of-pocket cost of a typical $1,800–$3,000 installation.
Heads up: The federal 30C EV charger tax credit expired June 30, 2026 under the 2025 tax law. The ComEd rebate program is still active for Chicago-area ComEd customers. Eligibility rules and rebate amounts are set by the IRS and ComEd, not by Mr. Mighty Electric. The ComEd rebate requires enrollment in an Hourly Pricing plan for 3 years. We help you document the install correctly so your ComEd rebate application goes through cleanly.
Chicago requires a pulled electrical permit and a licensed electrician’s signature on every EV charger install. Skipping the permit can void your homeowners insurance. Here is exactly how Mr. Mighty handles it so you are fully covered from day one: permit pulled the day you sign, inspection scheduled after install, closeout and install invoice delivered to your inbox for the ComEd rebate application.
We file the electrical permit with the City of Chicago Department of Buildings before any work begins, using the load calculation from the panel assessment. Typical permit turnaround is 5 to 10 business days depending on current city backlog.
Once the permit is issued, our licensed Chicago electricians run the dedicated 240V circuit, add the breaker, mount the charger, and torque every connection to manufacturer spec. Most installs wrap in a single day unless a panel upgrade is in scope.
A City of Chicago electrical inspector is scheduled to verify the install meets the 2017 Chicago Electrical Code. We coordinate the inspection window directly with the city, and we are on site to walk the inspector through the work if needed.
After inspection passes, we give you a full walkthrough on app pairing, load sharing, and safety features, then deliver the signed permit closeout and install invoice you will need for the ComEd rebate application.
Federal 30C credit — expired. The federal 30C tax credit that historically covered 30% of EV charger installation cost (up to $1,000 for residential homes) expired June 30, 2026 under the 2025 tax law. Installs completed after June 30, 2026 are no longer eligible for the federal credit. The ComEd rebate is still active. Chicago-area ComEd customers can still claim up to $2,500 through the Residential EV rebate by enrolling in an Hourly Pricing plan. We handle the paperwork so the rebate credit lands without you chasing forms.
Buyers search by charger brand. We install and warranty all the major residential Level 2 units on the market:
If you already own the charger, we install it. If you’re picking one, we recommend based on your car, panel capacity, and how you charge (overnight, top-up, or bidirectional load-share with solar or off-peak).
This is the single biggest cost-driver on any EV charger install in Chicago, and it’s the question most quotes skip. A Level 2 EV charger draws 30-48 A continuously — that’s a dedicated 40 A or 60 A breaker on your existing panel. If your panel is:
We do the NEC load calc during the site visit and quote the panel work up front — no mid-job surprises.
Chicago has more condo garages, coach houses, and detached garages than most cities — and each one has its own EV charger install challenge:
Depends on your existing panel amperage and current load. 200 A panels usually fit; 100 A panels almost always need an upgrade first. We run a full NEC load calculation at the site visit and quote the panel work up front.
Yes to both. We install Tesla Wall Connector, ChargePoint Home Flex, JuiceBox, Emporia, Grizzl-E, and Wallbox — plus any other J1772 or NACS unit you already own.
A straightforward Level 2 install on a modern 200 A panel with a garage-adjacent panel location is a half-day job. Panel upgrades add a day; detached-garage runs with a subpanel and underground conduit add 1-2 days. Permit + inspection turn is 1-2 weeks after install.
Yes — we spec and install fixtures that qualify for ComEd’s Business Solutions or Residential EV programs, and we handle the paperwork so the rebate credit lands without you chasing forms. Historically, stacking the ComEd rebate + ComEd rebate put our customers close to zero out-of-pocket. The federal 30C credit expired June 30, 2026, but the ComEd rebate alone still delivers meaningful savings on a Chicago install.
Yes. Every EV charger install in Chicago requires a permit and a licensed electrician’s signature — we pull the permit, coordinate the Department of Buildings inspection, and stand behind the sign-off. This is not a DIY job in Chicago and the permit + inspection is what protects your homeowner’s insurance if there’s ever a claim.
Looking for EV charger installation in Chicago? We make the process easy. From the first call to the final inspection, our team is focused on doing the job right. Whether you're driving a Tesla, Ford, Chevy, or Nissan, we’ll help you charge smarter and drive farther. Contact us today to get a quote or schedule your in-home consultation.
