Ask the GreenKey Pros: How Do I Choose the Right EV Charging Company in Virginia?

To answer this question, we sat down with our lead installer and asked him for pointers on choosing the right electric vehicle charging company in Virginia. Here's what he had to say.

"The biggest thing when you're comparing providers: start with licensing. Level 2 chargers require a 240-volt circuit, so you definitely need a Class A electrical contractor who can pull the right permits and sign off on code compliance.

"Next, ask for a site-specific load calculation. A good bid explains your panel capacity, breaker size, wire run, and whether power-sharing can avoid a costly service upgrade.

"People always ask me about hardware and fancy brand names. Sure, the hardware matters — but configuration matters more. For most homes and small businesses, a well-installed Level 2 unit delivers all the speed you need. Mixed-EV sites should consider universal connectors or adapters.

"For commercial lots, we often design banked ports with power sharing so you can start small and add stalls as utilization grows. Look at Sheetz: as they've expanded down the I-95 corridor, they've invested in banked ports next to their pumps — more than 650 EV stalls so far — precisely so they can keep adding.

"Finally, ask what happens after installation. A dependable EV charging company offers documented torque checks, GFCI testing, enclosure and seal inspections, and priority repair. You should feel confident you'll have a team at your back when you see an error code.

"So when people ask me 'Why choose GreenKey?' here's what I tell them: we're a locally owned and operated Class A electrical contracting and EV charging company with 70+ years of combined commercial electrical experience. The team is truly full-stack — we design, handle permits, install, and maintain. And we stand behind the work with responsive local service."

Have a question about EV installation or repair anywhere in Virginia? Send it to the GreenKey Pros — it might be featured in our next "Ask the GreenKey Pros" post.