EXPOSING SHOCKING ELECTRICAL WORK... EV INSTALLS AT THEIR WORST!!

[@sjdiy8230]

I have found that the cost of quote is no guide to the quality of install. A bad installer can pad a quote to increase profit, whilst doing a poor job. Only by informing yourself and asking questions about what will be done, do you get an indication of what will be done for the quote. Comparing materials specified in each quote is also necessary.

[@itsmyview2024]

absolutely bang on. price is not always the best indicator

[@phphph6022]

I have to agree. My expensive German kitchen installed by an expensive fitter is now looking cheap a year later.

[@FemboyEngineer]

Wrong placement of punctuation. I would not like to see the installs.

[@makgyver411]

Sie niew stuff is shisse​@@phphph6022

[@elliotn3967]

Completely agree.

[@iCry_88]

I'm no EV specialist, nor engineer, but in all instances of data cabling and running power/data in server rooms cat5 (which I assume is the same cat5 you reference) is never to be run alongside power. We run time and data sensitive datacentres and not a simple EV charger, but the principle I think is the same. If I am wrong and the cable is not network cat5, shoot me!

[@raikyoto2778]

depends on the Cat5 being protected from EMI by using shielding and usually you would put it 5cm apart. Also depends on the standards of the power cables and earth grounding.

[@Alex-xs6ht]

I also believe most of these chargers just use the “data” cable for a rs485 connection anyway (using one of the twisted pairs).

[@forsythfan]

Depends on the application. It is similar to ‘Turn off’ your phones on the airplane type precaution.

[@NikolaiBeier]

In the example from the video, the twisted pair of signal wires connects a 'current transformer, that makes an analogue signal/current with a very low source impedance, and the other end has an input with a low input impedance. That makes the circuit have a good high ratio between the wanted signal and unwanted noise, as the coupling from the nearby mains wires onto the signal wire pairs will be low, relative to the output from the current transformer. The principles for coupling between mains wire and network cables is the same, yes, but the threshold for when the coupling becomes too much, depends on the signals. And the risk of failures is harder to remedy if the installation has a 1000 ethernet cables, than just 1 for a charge point. So it makes sense to be more cautious in data centers by placing power and signal separated by an air gap or a steel plate.

[@johndoe-cv4we]

Good Job!! If the holster holder didnt cover up the old Rolec holes then seeing that you collected brick dust when drilling new hold in a dust pan then you got put some silicone in the old exposed holes and then apply the collected brick dust to stick to the clear siliocne👍

[@sotaelectrical]

That’s exactly what I do 👍👍

[@martprice7726]

Yes, but what was wrong with it? Why was it not working? Everything you mentioned? There’s nothing to do with it not working

[@jimhartley1421]

Brilliant explanation on why you never skimp on electrical installs and a high quality finish, pleasure to watch 👍🤩

[@sotaelectrical]

Thank you 🙏👍👊

[@kph1034]

I had the same charger ( ohme home pro ) installed recently by Octopus. I was surprised to say the least when the van turned up and a young girl ( very earky 20's) got out. She stood about 5'2 ! she was lovely and did an absolutely brilliant job of installation . Explained everything to me. I paid £975 inc installation cost.

[@sotaelectrical]

No one can compete with octopus on cost

[@funnycatvideos5490]

Honestly how long Will all those plastic components last in In a sunny environment? Also with the wire It's like running an extension cord along your house , should have buried it in PVC. No matter what a person charges there has to be a better way to install this unit.

[@TheWillowens]

I agree with you on everything in this video except one thing. I wouldnt use an SWA gland because it counts as an exposed conductive part. Because the PEN protection is now built into the charger itself you can still have an issue if the neutral is lost through to Earth despite the case of the charger being class 2. I use compression glands, tightened, with the armourings earthed at supply side but insulated within the charger.

[@sotaelectrical]

That’s fair enough, thank you for commenting and watching my video 👍👍

[@johnbiggs9561]

Unfortunately the price you pay has no bearing on the quality of the install. Cheap does not necessarily mean bad and expensive does not necessarily mean good. Go with a spark or company with great word of mouth reputation, and great "Trustpilot" etc feedback,, and of course ask them to itemise the details of the install. Then you have a chance of getting a decent job.

[@sotaelectrical]

Yeah sometimes this is the case and I agree with your thinking process with choosing a contractor 👍👍

[@tonywebb9909]

Good job. Eddies of course with a metal box on AC. So the prewired flex is to be terminated into an exturnal double pole isolator as the charger is classed as fixed equipment being over 3Kw hence the lenth.. This is just like an AC unit, oven, shower, induction hob.... We have to do this in the EU anyways.

[@stesjmgtr8222]

The steel in a modern consumer unit is simply not thick enough for eddy currents to be an issue

[@jakegriffiths193]

A great aesthetic tip for ohme pro series is to install the holster for charging above the charger so customer can wrap cable around keeps it nice and neat

[@ashleybignell2366]

Just for Info. Page 8 of product manual/install instructions say you can shorten the supply cable providing you use ferrules. No need to worry about affecting warranty.

[@sotaelectrical]

Good info thanks

[@josephjones1093]

The problem with saying go cheap and get burnt really doesnt work in the real world, because plenty of people go expensive and still get burned but its even worse cos it cost a fortune!

[@FirstLast-rh9jw]

You can just as easily get expensive muppets as cheap muppets. It's a mystery how to determine quality tradesmen. Price is definitely not the criteria.

[@matthewjohnson3408]

Good ol’ eddy current making an appearance!!

[@sotaelectrical]

Yep he’s there!!

[@Woodkin007]

Ah yes, eddy currents increasing the temperature of the metal by 1 degree. 😂

[@mart1711]

@@Woodkin007oh the millions of old buildings lost to fire because of these Eddie currents we didn’t know about..,,,Oh there’s none.

[@connordines667]

Absolutely shocking! Great work on the new charger though! I do occasionally install EV chargers don’t know how people are doing 2-3 day I easily spend most of day on some

[@sotaelectrical]

Thank you! Yeah 2/3 installs in a day has shortcuts written all over them. I’m a one a day and do a small job after kinda guy, take the time and do a good job 👍👍

[@ianrob4760]

when I had my Ohme installed I took three quotes, looked at the reviews and went for the most expensive on, been in for 6 months now and no issues

[@brianiswrong]

We had the same charger fitted FOA on the motorbility scheme. I assumed the junction box so clos to the charger was ,so in the future the " old outdated " charger could be changed, while the cable run from the consumer unit (the meat of the job) can be left alone?

[@averycoolpersonwhoisntaspy]

I love the Henley block covering up the polarity sticker and the missing seals, the last guy must’ve been a quality spark, the ip breaches show it! At least u could pull the fuse guilt free 😜🤣😭

[@sotaelectrical]

Pull the fuse? I don’t know what you mean 🤣

[@petermartin4675]

Can you use an E V ultra cable outside if you don't have internet to connect your E V charger. Do you need c t monitoring.

[@ashleybignell2366]

The added bonus of all that scrap. Nice install

[@sotaelectrical]

Thank you 👍

[@declang565]

Great video, but tell me when you do your live testing do you test at the charger plug through the EV adapter? when doing a loop test on No trip will it allow you to test without tripping the internal RCD. Thanks

[@bas5946]

Someones pulled the main cutout to install those meter tails in the new DB.. 🙂 oh an Eddy currents where the tails go in to the old CU in a separate fashion.

[@dgraham-l1c]

Where’s the torque driver for connecting the consumer unit

[@honestjohns9491]

Rough dressing also I wouldn't leave a DB in that state

[@olly7673]

A very enjoyable vlog and nice to see a professional install, safe and pleasing to the eyes. You did your nulling on the pivoted jaw of one of your clips by the way, you naughty man. 😜

[@sotaelectrical]

Thank you! Such a rebel ay 🤣

[@chas3997]

If we use a joint box of class 2 construction it’s also important to glad it correctly so the terminated ends can’t move. 👍

[@chas3997]

I’ve seen at least one installer on an ohmie using unsecured wagos in inappropriate box to join it ! 🥶😬 Not a clue !!

[@ianchristie7153]

Looks good, but, why not bury the cable again close to the house wall? I'm not a fan of cables clipped to the outside of houses.

[@sotaelectrical]

Because of cost

[@PeterChapman-rg6gr]

If you are going to bury the cable then it has to be done properly and at depth not just an inch or two below the surface.

[@Tom-nx9ou]

I haven't heard the price for this job? How much did you charge without a charger? Thanks

[@TheElectroSwitch]

Thats rough and dangerous. Love your passion Sota.

[@sotaelectrical]

Thank you

[@tcpnetworks]

@1:23 To be fair - the plastic rubbish bag used to collect the junk, is more valuable than that entire installation.... The new stuff.... Hmmm... Nice.

[@robertbowden3599]

Great video Adam. EVERYTHING you do is of excellent quality 👍

[@sotaelectrical]

Thank you sir

[@markthompson265]

How did you isolate the supply to remove old and install new

[@sotaelectrical]

It’s a submain board mate

[@MostlyPennyCat]

4:45 Why did you install a second Consumer Unit? The other one didn't look full.

[@bas5946]

We always install a second CU when installing an EV charge point, for several reasons, One, if the customer has an older style non complaint board with no SPD etc, its cheaper to install a smaller secondary unit with everything in to bring the EV charge point install up to current regs, Two, if at some point in the future the customer decides on Solar PV with battery storage, the EV charge point is already segregated at the supply end so will not drain the ESS storage system when the car is plugged in providing the CT clamps are in the correct places.

[@MrRobertoMoir]

@@bas5946thank you to you for answering questions like this, and to Adam for the videos. Just planning an EV purchase and learning so much about what to expect & look out for in the charger install here.

[@FirstLast-rh9jw]

I much preferred the buried cable. More wall-warts and visible cables strapped to the front of the house. No thank you!

[@sotaelectrical]

It wasn’t buried to any acceptable depth

[@pj2123]

@@sotaelectrical so bury it deeper! as you implied you aren't the cheapest.

[@markthompson265]

Great video always enjoy watching yours. How did you connect the new board into the existing system.

[@sotaelectrical]

Thank you, new tails to board mate

[@adamseddon1555]

is the purpose of the swa being in a stuffing gland not to provide separation between the PME system that the swa will be earthed on and the TT system that the EV charger will be earthed on?

[@adamseddon1555]

just watched further on hahaha

[@sotaelectrical]

🤣🤣

[@davideyres955]

Nice to see some good quality install unlike the last one. Love your work ethic and unlike some channels you didn’t say it was a dodgy DIYer doing it. 😂

[@sotaelectrical]

Thank you mate 👍👍

[@alexmaple4]

What’s the track playing from 4 minutes in?!

[@dr_jaymz]

Cost is no indication of quality. I've seen jobs like that which are nowhere near the cheapest. Prices are gouged by stating exactly the same, "we charge more because we do a better job with higher quality" is a typical line everybody uses. Charging points are far too expensive to install, out of the question for the average household which is another reason why EVs sales are stagnant. Someone will come along with a much better way.

[@dr_jaymz]

Thinking outside the box. One attribute to the costs are that only a qualified sparky can make all connections, on this video there are many connections to make, options for cables, the quality of the various junction boxes - all opportunities to scrimp or screw it up. If Elon came along he'd suggest that you come up with a smart way to measure the job up, then custom manufacture the whole thing in a factory with quality control and testing into hermetically sealed blocks to include everything right back to the meter connection. The install can then be largely carried out by a nonce pulling the cable through and screwing it to the wall with only the final connection requiring someone sprinkled with pixie dust. I can only find 33 issues to solve with this approach. It just needs a kickstarter to raise 10 million in investment and then I can do a runner with that (like they all do).

[@steveharrod6911]

getting to be a bit of a concern where EV charging points are appearing on houses where there is no parking and cables are being trailed across pavements etc. surely the electrician doing the job should be advising on these matters

[@djtaylorutube]

What this tells me is that the industry is unable to regulate itself. I've had crap work done but Part P self certify means it just be ok right?

[@alarmactionukalarmactionuk893]

What was the reason for scorning the original CU stuffing glands carrying the meter tails etc?

[@sotaelectrical]

Check out the other comments 👍👍

[@TheThomasdahl]

Nice job.. not in Love with the visible cable running along the front door sill. Could the charger not be on the other side of the front door?

[@sotaelectrical]

Thank you, that’s just where they wanted it 👍

[@SentinelSays]

We’ve got 28 Ohme chargers at our work depot for vehicles and I will say one thing; those whisker boxes look a little cack but bearable when there’s only one, when you have a couple of dozen of them, it hurts the soul! Will also add that we’ve had quite a few charger failures in the last few months, but it is the preferred supplier of our facilities management so I think we are stuck with them being perpetually replaced until they they become financially unviable. At least our spark takes pride in his work (unlike the cretin whose work you had to undo on this job!), so at least they have a fighting chance.

[@TheKnightstar13]

Do these home's have PME fault detection, and load limiting?

[@sotaelectrical]

Yes the charger does

[@MostlyPennyCat]

OK, but how do you choose the right firm? Because 'choose the most expensive' is no guarantee, is it?

[@paulsheppard5123]

Wish you covered the west midlands area! Do you know any top quality installers in this area you could recommend please?

[@sotaelectrical]

I don’t I’m afraid, I’m trying to build a network for this exact purpose

[@bodasafur6078]

Not to pick bones 😂 but i do ev installs , firstly you could do a neater job inside your fuseboard install its all abit meh and secondly the ohme charger connects to the bracket with three screws not one, the top one is in purely so the bracket does not fall out , im sure you put the others in when you found them in the screw packs in the box. Apart from that it was an ok install .

[@antyteistapolskix3275]

Well said😊 as electrician I do neat job in fuse box as well

[@scorchio70]

Love it, here he is slamming others when he could have done a better job himself....Hypocrite!

[@aficio698]

I do not agree the cheapest quote means a poor install. It’s not uncommon for d highest price gives a similar standard.

[@sammysparkieelectrical6540]

Hey mate, can you recommend a charger with solar integration, mid range and easy install/set up?

[@sotaelectrical]

Hi mate the Simpson and partners of the zappi 👍

[@Ramblingpete]

It does make me laugh if it’s cheap it’s no good rubbish some workers are just not greedy and give a fair price but are hard to find especially if they’re young there out for the kill

[@ms.electrical]

What makita drill you getting through? I have the dh243 and its been used and abused for years , core drill holes chase out with it n it still going strong … frost / cold over winters killed a few batts tho

[@sotaelectrical]

I’ve burnt out 2 of the DHR242Z drills

[@grayhalf1854]

The issue with getting someone in to do trades work is that however much you pay you're never immune from getting ripped off. At least if you end up with a shit job you can console yourself that at least you didn't pay top whack for it. (Am I cynical, probably. But that's from paying over the odds for crap work in the past. I tend to do most things myself nowadays - wouldn't take on an EVC though, I'm not daft).

[@judebrown4103]

Couldn't agree more. I think the next time I employ someone not only will I get quotes but I'll also get independent references with pictures and video ideally! In fact I think I'll make sure I get someone with a KZbin channel so I can see them at work first😂

[@tavi7]

I had a pretty simple install and the cheapest quote I got was £500. Took him under 2 hours to do. I just feel that’s a bit overpriced for something I could have done myself

[@sotaelectrical]

You never got an EV charger supplied and installed for 500

[@tavi7]

@@sotaelectrical Installation only. The ohme was £300 on ebay

[@walters2023]

Hi from Sydney Australian. Love your work, doing well. Keep it up mate.

[@sotaelectrical]

Thank you mate!! 👍👍👍

[@DonaldChamp]

The price people pay isn't always reflected on the work people do. Electricians, other trades and most people within any sort of work will know what they can charge for something without someone being thrown off or calling it a rip off. What you will then find is, is that you could get 5-6 quotes, all of them within £50 of each other in some cases and you'll have someone who can do the same work, with just as good a finish, if not better, for a much lower price. And the reason for this is because they're happy to charge a fair price, for fair work and aren't out there to rip peoples eyes out and maximise on profit. Higher prices dont equal better work.

[@mojotavy3532]

Great video but stop the horrendous "music" background. Totally unnecessary, particularly the thumping bass, which drowns out the voice audio.

[@Romeworld95]

You should use the white/grey nails for the Spit. Theyre a cleaner finish as its meant to sheer off the white leaving just a flush nail. As opposed to the orange ones

[@sotaelectrical]

Ok il give them a go 👍

[@jagmarc]

EV owners are a Goldmine for screwing twice over.

[@garymurphy2463]

"Data Boy" here. You would put most of my colleagues to shame!

[@sotaelectrical]

Love it

[@davidabbs4459]

What is a sensible quote on this job, I’ve had 1 quote and it’s a lot higher than expected!

[@sotaelectrical]

What was the figure you were given and I will let you know if it’s high or not

[@davidabbs4459]

@@sotaelectrical 2900

[@davidabbs4459]

@@sotaelectrical 2900

[@davidabbs4459]

@@sotaelectrical quote was 2900 my comment seems to keep being removed though

[@davidabbs4459]

If you fancy some work in London also feel free to quote me for an install.

[@Suedenim1999]

Worth noting that cutting the moulded plug on washing machines, fridges etc will also invalidate the warranty. Checked this with major manufacturers.

[@sotaelectrical]

Great info to share!!

[@Woodkin007]

If installed by a legally competent electrician, it doesnt invalidate the warranty.

[@Romeworld95]

Depends on the manufacturer. For example, Velux windows allow their moulded fly leads to be cut without invalidating the warranty of the electric windows

[@TheRCBiker]

@@Woodkin007”legally competent”? 🤔

[@mikeselectricstuff]

It is not legal for them to deny warranty coverage for things like that which are not the cause of a fault

[@SteveN-pw4dj]

Even if you go for the cheapest quote isn't it supposed to be of a minimum standard at least ... Or does this poor instal actually comply?

[@sotaelectrical]

It does not comply. The trouble is, no one is inspecting these installs

[@stevenrobson434]

Main switch???

[@walseee]

Glad to see Eddie making a appearance 😂

[@jamiedowner7972]

Another top video mate, the best out there 🔥🔥🔥

[@sotaelectrical]

Jamie the legend!!!

[@VinoVeritas_]

How much did the customer pay previously? £100?

[@MostlyPennyCat]

4:24 OK, what was wrong with it?

[@amxr1589]

hey do you think you can link all the tools you use in the description ?

[@sotaelectrical]

If I get time il do that for you 👍

[@amxr1589]

Thanks sir

[@bramcoteelectrical1088]

Great install buddy and quality work from you. Unfortunately alot if poor install work and 😢its becoming difficult to get a decebt price for our skills and workmanship. Being a plasterer looks more interesting 🤔 😂 at this moment

[@sotaelectrical]

Thank you mate, appreciate your comments, yes I agree, personally I feel we are a very under valued trade for all the knowledge and skill we require

[@bramcoteelectrical1088]

@sotaelectrical 100% buddy I agree with you and sorry to sound abit negative:( I think the best way is focused in niche electrical sectors and winning government tenders. Feel the domestic market now was a good cash business for us sparkies but the process of administration and the prices of parts to say comply with a fusebaord change is making it difficult. Used to do a fuseboard change for 550 and get the parts for 150 so make a very good profit. Now issue is you need say a 14 way board and has to be surge and tails 25mm and rcbo or God forbid arc fault then you talking £1000 fuseboard change and people rarely say yes to that kind of quote. Industrial is good but again alot are tied up with big electrical players. Honestly think needs to be more regulated and more training and old skool apprenticeship again

[@jacktissington]

Don't use the whiska box as they are too big. Get an ip adaptable box from the merchants. Just drill 2 25mm stuffers on the bottom and bobs your auntie

[@sotaelectrical]

Ok il try that next time 👍

[@paulj342009]

Great install mate! I need that angled drill bit I have this problem all the time 😂

[@sotaelectrical]

You don’t even see it coming until it’s too late 🤣

[@websurfer1585]

There seems to be an awful lot of unqualified qualified electricians out there?

[@sotaelectrical]

There is, wail till you see my next video 😱

[@sipols55]

Eddie on the roll again…

[@Alex-xs6ht]

Absolutely shocking! What tuna melts did this job originally! 😂

[@BLOCKsignallingUK]

Like your CAT5 solution.

[@sotaelectrical]

Thank you 👍

[@bulbelgium]

thanks for sharing have a great weekend

[@sotaelectrical]

You too!!

[@buckshee]

Another splendid install. The EV trade is much like the PV trade, choc full of cowboys.

[@sotaelectrical]

Thank you

[@TheGorillahands]

I thought Rolec had pen protection built in, why TT the system 🤔

[@funnycatvideos5490]

Easy money

[@granvillebloor6569]

Could u put omee on a 32a plug

[@sotaelectrical]

I’m afraid not

[@granvillebloor6569]

@@sotaelectrical sow why do cars come with a 13amp charger with it and another charge lead

[@sotaelectrical]

@@granvillebloor6569 so you can trickle charge your car

[@Heathen.Deity.]

I’ve barely started training, but even I would be utterly embarrassed to put my name to this original work.

[@J2080-q9m]

Cutting the cable does not void the warranty I spoke to my Ohme rep, it’s only if you don’t ferrule the cable ends. They also put in a recent newsletter not to use screw terminals for the JB.

[@sotaelectrical]

Ok interesting! I have heard mixed reports on this now

[@Tom-nx9ou]

What you will use if not screw terminals?

[@martinburgess2322]

Apsolute Quality Sir 👌👊👊⚡⚡⚡⚡

[@sotaelectrical]

Thank you sir 👍👍👍

[@KevinSmith-ph6jv]

Lovely job 👍 Not a fan of the pre flex chargers too! More shit you’ve got to mount to the wall 😢

[@sotaelectrical]

Thanks mate

[@ianlove3]

Great job.

[@sotaelectrical]

Thank you 👍👍

[@Mr.1.i]

I saw you slagging of the work that was done by a an unqualified diy fitted on a sunday homeowner you vetted about important it is to use certified fitters ,we didnt see you digging a 1.30 meter deep trench across the yard to bury the armoured 13amp flex

[@sotaelectrical]

What 13A flex and what yard are you going on about??

[@ef7480]

Great job. Go easy with the edits though😀

[@sotaelectrical]

On thanks mate

[@Ramblingpete]

Yes the cheapest quote is not the best one and nore is the dearest one just saying some are greedy and some were not

[@matthewfewings6023]

Well done for taking the shield data cable outside the consumer before joining. Think it looks so much better too 👍. Also well done for admitting you jumped the gun on the SWA. Although you are still right it was Rough. 😮

[@sotaelectrical]

Thank you and thank you 👍👍

[@NaydenSpirdonov]

This new charger is more hassle than it should be 😂

[@SME_Ste]

Artisans been there with the swa in stuffing glands😢😢 Seriously though Adam, what else would you expect from a Rolec Approved install?😢

[@sotaelectrical]

Nothing good from what I have seen so far on all the Rolex jobs I have come across unfortunately

[@SME_Ste]

@@sotaelectrical ha ha, i bet people wished they were to Rolex quality

[@sotaelectrical]

@@SME_Ste 🤣 bloody auto correct

[@lewishumphries2893]

Wonder what Ze they were getting on that shoddy TT

[@sotaelectrical]

Nothing good I imagine

[@jacktissington]

Probably tested it from the van lol

[@sotaelectrical]

@@jacktissington most probably!!

[@1x3dil]

It doesn’t matter what come along the cowboys are always out in force , spent a large part of my time rectifying such work but thankfully I’m long retired . What I will say it has little to do with pride in their work , it’s more a case of total inability in the first place . And don’t get me started on the likes of the NIC , who do little to prevent this happening in the first place . I certainly don’t blame the customers , who have no idea what is involved in electrical work and why should they . It’s going to be down to the industry itself to become more proactive , to do a bit more naming and shaming of these parasites that blight the trade and put lives at risk in the process . Sorry but I get a bit P off when people get fleeced , and a good guy has to be brought in to pick up the pieces . Yes you can argue it’s all work , but it should be done right in the first place . Regards an old misery guts 😂

[@richard_in_rayleigh]

Excellent video. We need you in every corner of the country and people wouldn't get cowboys. Wish you lived my way. Notice you're not using the dust collector any more. Did the pan get jealous. 😅 Have a great weekend.

[@sotaelectrical]

Hi Richard, thank you for your comments, very kind and appreciated!! The dust collector is no longer in use because the drill has died 🙁

[@alfonso704]

Customer buys 100k EV can’t pay a couple hundred bucks for a legit circuit installation 🤦‍♂️ Or the unlucky ppl who have the breaker box so far away form garage 🤷‍♂️ 😅

[@blower1]

Well to put it more like reality.......customer gets an EV on company lease/HP paying £350-£450 a month, doesn't want to pay £1000-£1500 up front for expensive charger install.

[@jasonbowe9767]

Eddy must of fitted the DB

[@gregtaylor2797]

Health and safety is very good here 😂😂😂

[@m00dyCharts]

Eddy's current bun lol

[@thomtrucker1925]

These videos generate me smile always. UK is somewhere in shorly after war time with electric distribution on end customers. One of last countries where is not 3 face in every property, flat etc. These chargers delivery such a small power to charge electric vehicles. With 3 face is completly different story.

[@M9dq76]

Well what and how do you suggest doing about it then and are you happy to pay for it? Sure - if we knew now what we didn't know then we would have done this differently. I'm sure there are things we are doing now which in 50 years time will seem insane. I'm sure I install stuff which I think are future proofed in my house which in 10 years are made irrelevant. The facts are simple in most cases. Only a single phase was brought in underground to each property from the street. to change that for umpteen millions properties now would be horrendously expensive. ...and it's spelt 3 phase.

[@kaasmeester5903]

On the other hand, UK homes have been getting 100A hookups for years, haven’t they? The standard here in NL is either 1x 35A (older homes) or 3x25A, and if you want anything heavier (you might with a heat pump and EV charger), your fixed fee jumps from €200 a year to €800.