If you’re considering installing an electric vehicle charger at home or at work, it’s worth checking whether government funding is available before you book.

Several EV charger grants are available in 2026, although not everyone qualifies. Here’s a straightforward guide to the main schemes and how Smart Power can help.

EV charger grants for homes

Renters and flat owners

If you rent your home, or own and live in a flat, you could qualify for up to £500 towards an EV charger installation, covering up to 75% of eligible costs.

You’ll generally need private off-street parking, such as a driveway or allocated parking space. Renters need their landlord’s permission, while flat owners may need approval from the freeholder or management company.

For example, if you rent a house in Beverley with a driveway and your landlord agrees to an installation, you may qualify even though you don’t own the property.

Check the official eligibility requirements.

What if you don’t have a driveway?

A separate grant offers up to £500 towards an eligible charger installation for certain households with on-street parking.

You’ll need an approved permanent cross-pavement solution, such as a charging channel installed into the pavement, together with the relevant permissions. The grant doesn’t cover the cross-pavement works themselves.

There’s also a practical consideration: installing a charging channel doesn’t reserve the parking space outside your home.

Smart Power can discuss the charger installation, but any pavement works must be arranged separately.

Read the government’s on-street parking grant guidance.

EV charger grants for businesses

Workplace Charging Scheme

Eligible businesses and organisations can receive up to £500 per charging socket, covering up to 75% of eligible purchase and installation costs.

The scheme allows support for up to 40 sockets across an applicant’s sites. This could benefit offices, workshops, depots and other businesses with suitable private parking.

Before installing chargers, consider how many vehicles need charging, how long they’ll be parked and whether the existing electrical supply has sufficient capacity.

The most powerful charger isn’t always the best option. A well-planned installation should suit how your business actually operates.

Read the Workplace Charging Scheme guidance.

Working from home? You might qualify too

This is something many small business owners might overlook.

Some home-based businesses can qualify under the Workplace Charging Scheme if their residential address is their primary workplace and meets the relevant business-registration requirements.

For example, the address may need to be registered appropriately with Companies House or appear on a qualifying business rates bill.

Simply having a company registered at home doesn’t automatically qualify you. Other conditions, including parking and charger suitability, still apply.

If you operate a business from home, it’s worth checking.

Grants for landlords and schools

Residential landlords

Eligible landlords and property management companies can receive up to £500 per socket, covering up to 75% of eligible costs.

The scheme allows up to 200 sockets per year, subject to application and property requirements. This could be relevant for rental homes and residential developments with shared parking.

See the official landlord grant guidance.

Schools and education providers

State-funded schools and eligible education institutions can apply for more substantial support.

The current scheme offers up to £2,000 per socket, covering up to 75% of eligible costs, for up to 40 sockets across their sites.

Read the education grant guidance.

What if you own your home and have a driveway?

If you own and live in a conventional house with your own driveway, there generally isn’t a government grant available under these schemes for installing a personal home charger.

However, having your own charger can still offer convenience and potentially lower running costs, especially when combined with a suitable overnight electricity tariff.

Smart Power offers a BG Sync Energy home EV charger supplied and installed from £899 including VAT, subject to standard installation conditions and quotation.

You can also read our home EV charger installation guide.

How do you apply for an EV charger grant?

Before booking an installation, check the eligibility requirements for the relevant scheme.

Some grants require approval or a voucher before work starts, so don’t assume you can install a charger and claim the money afterwards.

Once you’ve established that you may qualify, obtain an installation quotation and gather any required information.

For a home charger, Smart Power can usually start with photographs of the proposed charger position, electricity meter, consumer unit and cable route. Only photograph visible equipment; don’t remove covers.

For commercial installations, we’ll also need to understand your parking arrangements, vehicle usage and electrical infrastructure.

We’ll explain the proposed work and provide a quotation, while helping you understand the relevant installer-side grant requirements.

Frequently asked questions

Is everyone entitled to £500?

No. £500 is the maximum for several schemes, not a guaranteed payment. Eligibility and eligible costs determine the actual amount.

Can I claim after installation?

Generally, you should not assume so. Check the scheme’s application and approval process before work begins.

Can I get a grant if my landlord agrees?

Possibly. You’ll still need to meet the other eligibility requirements, including parking and property conditions.

Will the grant cover additional electrical work?

Not necessarily. Some supply upgrades, unusual cable routes or other work may need to be paid for separately.

Talk to Smart Power

Based in Cottingham, Smart Power installs EV charging equipment across Hull, Beverley and East Yorkshire, with wider projects considered where appropriate.

Whether you’re investigating a government grant or simply want to know what an EV charger installation would involve, we’re happy to help.

Get in touch with Smart Power for an EV charger quotation

Or call 01482 205222.

Grant information reviewed: 3 November 2026. Government schemes and eligibility requirements can change. Always check the official GOV.UK guidance before applying.