Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid: Falls Church Client EV Charger Install
Located in Falls Church, VA, our client is a big car guy with a Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid.
This client, who is serious about performance and sustainability, wanted a reliable and efficient home charging solution to support their EV lifestyle.
The Challenge
Since electric cars are becoming more common, safe and reliable home charging is essential.
Our client required a custom setup to fit the Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid’s charging needs.
The primary challenges included:
Installation of a NEMA 14-50 Outlet: This high-voltage outlet is needed to power the Porsche charger.
Specialized 50A GFCI Outlet Mounting: Improve the electrical safety in the garage with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) outlet.
Fairfax County Electrical Codes: We had all the EV charger installation meet Falls Church, VA’s strict safety and code requirements.
Our Porsche EV Charger Solution
PRO Electric plus HVAC applied its knowledge of electrical installations to provide a simple charging solution.
The project had several key steps:
Comprehensive Site Assessment and Planning
Our licensed electricians started by assessing the client’s garage electric infrastructure.
This included evaluating the existing electric panel capacity to accommodate the extra outlets and placing the NEMA 14-50 and 50A plug and GFCI outlets.
Installation of NEMA 14-50 Outlet
We added a NEMA 14-50 outlet to match the Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid charger requirements.
This particular process involved:
Upgrade of Electrical Panel: Ensuring the panel can withstand a higher electric load.
Running Appropriate Wiring: The correct gauge wires should be run from the panel to the outlet location to support high-capacity charging.
Respecting Safety Standards: Follow the NEC recommendations for a safe installation.
Installation of Dedicated 50A Plug and GFCI Outlet
We added a 50A plug and GFCI outlet to the main charger outlet to make it electrically safe in the garage area.
This particular installation included:
Placement Optimal: Positioning the outlet for easy access and safety.
Proper Grounding: Ensuring the outlet was grounded correctly to avoid electrical problems.
Functionality Testing: Verify the operation of the GFCI for electric shock protection.
Quality Assurance and Testing
Right after the installations were finished, our team performed tests to make certain both outlets worked correctly.
We verified the NEMA 14-50 outlet supplied enough power for the EV charger and that the 50A plug and GFCI outlet worked correctly under all circumstances.
Results
The successful installation of the Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid charger has provided our client several benefits:
Convenient & Efficient Charging: The NEMA 14-50 outlet offers quick and dependable charging, making the client’s automobile available if needed.
Increased Electrical Safety: The dedicated 50A plug and GFCI outlet offers extra protection for vehicles and homes.
Compliance and Peace of Mind: All installations were completed according to Fairfax County electrical codes and business standards, making the client feel secure and confident in their new charging setup.
Conclusion
PRO Electric plus HVAC offers expert electrical installations to the expanding electric vehicle owners’ community.
Our high safety and client satisfaction standards ensure that customers like the one in Falls Church, VA, obtain the best in-home charging solutions and service.
For reliable and professional electric services, contact PRO Electric plus HVAC to keep your home and cars powered efficiently and safely.
