So, you finally caved and bought that electric car (or maybe you’re eyeing a Rivian at the Salt Lake City dealership). Now you’re staring at your garage, wondering: “How long will this charger install take? Can I still make my kid’s soccer game at Layton Commons Park?” Let’s talk timelines—no fluff, just the real deal.
Schedule Your Installation Now (801) 218-3359Here’s the scoop: Most Layton homes can get an EV charger installed in 4 to 8 hours. Yep, same as binge-watching a season of Yellowstone. But hold up—why the range? Let’s break it down over an imaginary latte at Caffe Ibis in Downtown Layton.
If your garage’s electrical panel is ready to rock (common in newer neighborhoods like East Layton or Ellison Park), a local electrician like Wasatch Electric can mount the charger, wire it up, and test it in half a day. Easy peasy.
But… if you’re in an older home near Kays Creek or Central Layton, your panel might need an upgrade to handle the extra load. That adds a day or two (and $$$), especially if Layton City needs to inspect it. Pro tip: Schedule your permit inspection early—they’re quick here, but you don’t want to wait on their calendar.
Oh, and if your charger’s going on the far wall of your Eagle Ridge mansion garage? The electrician might need extra time to run wiring through rafters or concrete. Budget an extra 2–3 hours for that.
Real talk: Most Davis County electricians (shoutout to Precision Electric) will give you a clear timeline after a quick home visit. Just avoid last-minute requests during Utah’s first snowstorm—everyone’s scrambling to fix heaters.
The bottom line? Plan for a day off to be home, but don’t stress. You’ll be charging overnight and waving at the Smith’s gas line on Antelope Drive by dinnertime.
Schedule Your Installation Now (801) 218-3359