Hi,
Sorry if this question already been asked before. I just got a Tesla and want to install a NEMA 14-50 plug in my garage. The electric panel is there already and it is full. I have an AC unit thats using 40A and we don't use it at all. One electrician told me I need to install a transfer switch for this and the Tesla charging port.
I am in the SF Bay Area Redwood City area. My questions are:
1. Can I just hire an electrician and install this plug?
2. Do I have to get a city permit? Obviously, cost to get a permit would be very expensive.
3. Anyone that live in the Bay Area care to share their story?
Please note nearest Super charger to my house is about 10 mins drive. I am not sure it is worth it to spend up to $2K just to install a port in my garage.
Thank you in advance for your help.
Robert
Sorry if this question already been asked before. I just got a Tesla and want to install a NEMA 14-50 plug in my garage. The electric panel is there already and it is full. I have an AC unit thats using 40A and we don't use it at all. One electrician told me I need to install a transfer switch for this and the Tesla charging port.
I am in the SF Bay Area Redwood City area. My questions are:
1. Can I just hire an electrician and install this plug?
2. Do I have to get a city permit? Obviously, cost to get a permit would be very expensive.
3. Anyone that live in the Bay Area care to share their story?
Please note nearest Super charger to my house is about 10 mins drive. I am not sure it is worth it to spend up to $2K just to install a port in my garage.
Thank you in advance for your help.
Robert