Home charging
Charging a Model Y Standard at home: Level 1 or Level 2?
How to charge a Tesla Model Y Standard at home in Ontario: what Natural Resources Canada says about Level 1 vs Level 2, and what a GTA install involves.
Level 1
120 V outlet
| Outlet | Standard household outlet |
|---|---|
| Range per hour | 3–8 km |
| Install | Usually none |
| Best for | Short commutes, backup |
Level 2
208/240 V
| Outlet | Dryer/stove-type outlet or hardwired |
|---|---|
| Range per hour | 16–50 km (NRCan; varies by vehicle) |
| Install | Licensed electrician and permit |
| Best for | Most daily drivers |
Wall connector install cost in Ontario
Ranges reported by third-party Canadian guides, not quotes. Your price depends on panel capacity, distance from the panel and permits. Get at least two quotes from licensed electricians.
| Typical Level 2 install, Canada | $1,200 – $3,500+ (EV Quotes); most jobs $1,400 – $2,350 before HST (KeelFox) |
|---|---|
| Ontario, including charger | $2,000 – $4,500+ (EV Quotes estimate) |
| Panel upgrade if needed | $1,500 – $4,500 (EV Quotes estimate) |
| Electrical permit | $100 – $250 (EV Quotes estimate) |
| Ontario rebate | None found for 2026 (KeelFox); check your utility. TBD |
| Tesla Wall Connector price | TBD – check Tesla's Canadian shop |
Before you call an electrician
- Know your panel size (often printed on the main breaker).
- Measure the distance from the panel to where you park.
- Ask whether load management is an option instead of a panel upgrade.
- Confirm the quote includes the permit and inspection (ESA in Ontario).
- Set charging to the overnight window if you're on Ultra-Low Overnight.
Sources: NRCan – EV charging · NRCan – charger installation · EV Quotes · KeelFox. Last checked 2026-10-12.
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