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Home EV Charging in BC — Without the $5,000+ Panel Upgrade.
BC Hydro EV power management device rebate path. Manage your home's electrical load for Level 2 charging and help avoid an electrical service upgrade when your setup qualifies.
BC Hydro wants your Level 2 charger install to fit your home's electrical load.
When installing a Level 2 EV charger at home, BC Hydro says your electrical service must be able to handle the extra load. If it cannot, charging could overload a branch circuit, panel, or electrical service. In many cases, an EV power management device can help avoid the need for an electrical service upgrade.
The NeoCharge Smart Splitter is built around BC Hydro's branch-circuit-sharing explanation: it lets your EV charger share a circuit with another appliance, such as a clothes dryer, and automatically switches off power to the EV charger when the dryer turns on. That keeps the EV load controlled without starting every project with an electrical service upgrade.
If a qualified electrician determines an EV power management device is needed, eligible BC Hydro single-family home customers installing an eligible Level 2 charger may qualify for the $200 device rebate through B.C.'s charger rebate application.
Why BC EV drivers choose NeoCharge.
BC Hydro rebate eligible
The Smart Splitter fits BC Hydro's EV power management device rebate path when a Level 2 charger install needs load control to avoid an electrical service upgrade.
Built for BC Hydro time-of-use
The NeoCharge app schedules charging into BC Hydro's lowest-rate windows automatically — typically saving BC drivers $300+ per year on top of the rebate.
No Technical Safety BC permit needed
Because the Smart Splitter is a plug-in device that doesn't modify wiring, most BC installs don't require a TSBC permit or a licensed electrician.
Skip the upgrade. Claim the rebate. Charge for less.
Ships across Canada in 5–8 business days. CAD pricing at checkout. BC Hydro rebate paperwork support included.
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What NeoCharge customers say.
No city permits to get, no $15k upgrade to my electric panel! Sheer genius. Was the ideal solution right out of the box.
Saved me from spending $2,100 on a new circuit. Cut my charging time from 24 hours to 6. Pauses for the dryer, resumes on its own automatically.
Called multiple electricians — minimum was $2,500. Friend recommended NeoCharge. Worked perfectly right out of the box.
BC home EV charging — frequently asked questions.
Does the Smart Splitter work in Canada?
Yes. Canadian residential electrical service is split-phase 240V — the same as the U.S. — so the Smart Splitter works identically. UL-listed for safety (recognized under CSA standards). Ships from our Canadian fulfillment partners with CAD checkout and standard 5–8 day delivery across most of BC.
Is there a BC Hydro rebate for the Smart Splitter?
Yes — BC Hydro offers a $200 EV power management device rebate for eligible single-family home customers installing an eligible Level 2 EV charger. Smart Splitter fits the branch-circuit-sharing category: it manages the EV charger's load by switching power off when the shared appliance needs the circuit. See the full BC Hydro rebate stack for eligibility and how the programs fit together.
When is an EV power management device needed?
BC Hydro says these devices are only needed if an electrical service upgrade would otherwise be required, or in select cases where a homeowner wants to preserve electrical capacity for future upgrades. A qualified electrician should assess the electrical capacity available for EV charging and determine whether a device is necessary.
How does the NeoCharge app work with BC Hydro time-of-use rates?
The app syncs your EV's charging schedule to BC Hydro's time-of-use rate plan — when overnight rates are cheapest, your car charges; when on-peak rates kick in, charging pauses (or runs at minimum draw). Drivers on time-of-use plans typically save $300+ per year. First 14 days of the app are free; it's also free permanently if you buy an OCPP-ready charger from us.
Do I need a licensed BC electrician?
For most BC installs, no — the Smart Splitter plugs into your existing 240V dryer outlet and doesn't modify wiring, so it doesn't trigger Technical Safety BC permit requirements. If your home doesn't have a 240V outlet at all, or you want a hardwired install, use a licensed BC electrician. NeoCharge can match you with vetted BC installers.
Do you ship to other Canadian provinces?
Yes — we ship across Canada including Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, and the Maritimes. The Smart Splitter works on all Canadian residential electrical (240V split-phase). Provincial rebate programs vary; we'll surface any that apply at checkout.
Which EV charger works best with the Smart Splitter in BC?
Any Level 1 or Level 2 charger works. Many BC drivers pair the Smart Splitter with the EV's included Mobile Connector (Tesla, Ford, etc.) for the simplest setup. If you want a wall-mounted Level 2 charger, browse our OCPP-compatible chargers — the NeoCharge app is included free when you buy one.
What's the warranty in Canada?
Two-year manufacturer warranty in Canada and the U.S., with North American support. UL-listed (recognized under Canadian CSA standards). If anything goes wrong, contact NeoCharge support — Canadian replacements ship from our domestic warehouse.
Charge your EV in BC. Without the upgrade.
Manage your home's electrical load, install an eligible Level 2 charger, and apply through BC Hydro's charger rebate path when your setup qualifies.
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