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• The best and fastest option of most people is to install Level 2 charging, which provides 20-40 miles of range per hour of charge and fully recharges your EV overnight.
• The three most important considerations when choosing a Level 2 charger are price, ability to schedule charging when your electricity prices are lowest, and charging speed.
• Many local utility providers and air quality management districts (AQMDs) offer significant rebates to make Level 2 charger installation more affordable.
• Level 2 EV charger installation with Treehouse is simple and convenient. Take our short, online survey to receive an instant, personalized estimate. We’ll help you select the right charger for your needs and identify available rebates to make installation even more affordable.

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