Do you need a permit to install an EV charger in Pennsylvania?

Short answer: usually, yes. Installing a home EV charger normally means adding a new 240-volt circuit, and new circuits generally need an electrical permit and an inspection.

Who decides?

In Pennsylvania, building codes are administered locally under the Uniform Construction Code. Each borough or township decides how permits and inspections are handled, and many use third-party inspection agencies. Some municipalities have opted out of local enforcement, so the answer can differ from one address to the next.

What an inspection checks

The inspector looks at the basics: that the breaker and wire are sized correctly for the charger, that the installation is grounded and protected, and that the work is neat and secure.

Why it’s worth doing right

A permitted, inspected installation is safer. It can also avoid headaches with your insurance company or when you sell the home.

What we do

When you ask for a quote, we’ll tell you what your municipality requires for your address so there are no surprises. See our EV charger installation page, or call or text to get started.

This article is general information, not legal advice. Requirements vary by municipality.