Level-2 EV charger installs across the Galveston Bay and South Houston corridor — permitted, inspected, and done right the first time.
We pull the Houston permit, run a load calculation before we ever quote a panel upgrade, and stand behind the work with a workmanship warranty.
No obligation, no upsell. Call or text for a same-day callback.
Real EV charger install hero photo (Tesla Wall Connector / Universal Wall Connector or a NEMA 14-50 / hardwired install, ideally with the finished panel and permit visible). No stock EV imagery.
Load calc first
You've probably read that most EV charger installs don't need a panel upgrade. That's often true — and we agree with you.
So before we ever quote you one, we run a load calculation on your actual panel to find out for sure. We add up what your home really draws, factor in the charging amperage your car and charger need (typically 40A or 48A on a dedicated 240-volt circuit), and check it against your service capacity. If the numbers say you don't need an upgrade, we won't sell you one.
That's the whole point of doing it this way. A lot of installs come down to a single dedicated circuit and a tidy mount — no new panel required. Sometimes the honest answer is that your panel is maxed out, and we'll show you the math instead of asking you to take our word for it. Either way, you get the real picture before any money is on the table.
This is the opposite of the conflicting-quote runaround — one electrician says you need an upgrade, the next says you don't, and you're left wondering who's upselling you. We'd rather show you the load calc.
The Houston permit fact
Here's a fact most homeowners don't know: in the City of Houston, electrical permits are only issued to registered master electricians. You legally can't pull this permit yourself, even if you wanted to.
We're the registered master electrician who pulls it, and it's included in the job. We file the permit, do the work to NEC 2023 code, and schedule the inspection.
Why it matters that this gets done by the book — these are the real, documented downsides of skipping it (not scare tactics):
So if an electrician asks you to apply for the permit, in Houston that's a red flag worth noticing. A registered master electrician pulls it, and the permit stays with the house. (Do you need a permit for electrical work in Texas? →)
Confirm the current City of Houston Level-2 EV permit fee before publishing any dollar figure (research had ~$100.71 + $33.56 admin — verify it's still current). Until confirmed, copy states the permit is pulled and included, fee per the current City of Houston schedule, with no hard number.
Scope, up front
No surprises, no "we'll figure it out when we get there." Here's exactly what we do:
To confirm whether your panel can take the charger as-is (most can).
Sized for your charger's amperage (commonly 40A or 48A).
We recommend the right one for your charger and panel (more on that in the FAQ).
The unit goes where you want it, run tidy back to the panel.
By our master electrician — included.
Our work gets done off a checklist, start to finish, and the job site is left clean.
That last part isn't marketing fluff — it's the language our own customers use. One verified Housecall Pro review put it plainly:
"He explained the work… ensured that the work was done correctly… The job site was spotless… He has a checklist that will ensure a thorough job from start to finish."
Confirmed list of charger brands/models TriCoast commonly installs (Tesla Wall Connector, Universal Wall Connector, ChargePoint, etc.) and whether install of a customer-supplied unit is supported. The "what we install" line and the Tesla/Universal Wall Connector FAQ stay placeholdered until confirmed — do not publish brand claims as fact.
Straight talk on price
Straight talk, no fake "starting at" hook.
We give you the number for your job before any work starts. If spreading it out helps, ask us about financing.
The common blocker
This is the most common blocker we hear, and it's a fair one. A full panel doesn't automatically mean you're stuck or that you're in for a big upgrade.
The load calculation settles it. Depending on what we find, the answer might be a load-management device that lets the charger share capacity intelligently, a reworked circuit, or — if the math genuinely calls for it — a panel upgrade. The point is that it's decided by the calc, not by a guess and not by whatever's most profitable to sell you. That's how we keep the no-upsell promise concrete instead of a slogan. (More on panel upgrades →)
Honest trade-off
We're not always the cheapest quote you'll get. We pull the permit, do the work to NEC 2023 code, schedule the inspection, and warranty what we install. That costs a little more than a box-store retrofit or a handyman who skips the paperwork — and it's the difference between a job that passes inspection and stays with the house, and one you pay for twice.
What our customers say:
Excellent communication in setting up the appointment! Donald is awesome. He explained the work, started immediately and ensured that the work was done correctly. The job site was spotless after the work was completed, and I was impressed that he has a checklist that will ensure a thorough job from start to finish. Outstanding company. Highly recommend.
I had a generator inlet and sub panel installed by Jason at TriCoast. The work was great, cleaned up their mess and tested everything before they left. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for a professional electrical project. Pricing was extremely fair for the work that was done. Give them a call, you will not regret it.
Took the time to explain the scope of work and assisted with city permitting. Quality work done promptly and professionally.
A real, named EV-install testimonial (ideally Bay-area) to feature here specifically. The verified reviews shown are real and named; an EV-specific quote should not be fabricated. Also: 2–3 real EV install photos to sit alongside this proof.
Service area
We install Level-2 EV chargers across the Galveston Bay and South Houston corridor — League City, Friendswood, Pearland, Texas City, Webster and Clear Lake, La Marque, Dickinson, and Galveston Island (EV charger installation on Galveston Island →).
We also cover the surrounding communities — Santa Fe, Hitchcock, Kemah, Seabrook, Nassau Bay, El Lago, Taylor Lake Village, Bacliff, San Leon, Bayou Vista, Tiki Island, Clear Lake Shores, Jamaica Beach, Alvin, Manvel, and south Pasadena. Don't see your town? We likely cover it — just ask.
FAQ
Yes. In Houston, electrical permits are only issued to registered master electricians, so you legally can't pull it yourself. We pull it, and it's included in the job — along with scheduling the inspection.
Often, no. Many EV installs don't require one. Rather than assume either way, we run a load calculation on your actual panel first to verify whether you genuinely need an upgrade — and if you don't, we won't sell you one.
Typically $552–$1,379, depending on your charger type, how far the install is from the panel, and whether a panel upgrade is genuinely needed. If one is, a panel upgrade typically runs $1,183–$1,972. You get the number for your specific job before any work starts.
In Houston, yes — that's a red flag. Electrical permits there are only issued to registered master electricians, so a proper installer pulls it for you. The permit then stays with the house, which helps at resale.
A NEMA 14-50 is a 240-volt outlet your charger plugs into (like a large dryer outlet); a hardwired charger is wired directly to the circuit with no plug. Hardwiring is often used for higher continuous amperage and a cleaner permanent install. We'll recommend the right one for your specific charger and panel.
FAQ "Can you install a Tesla Wall Connector or Universal Wall Connector?" is held out of the page and the FAQ schema until supported charger brands and the customer-supplied-unit policy are confirmed. Do not ship a fabricated answer.
Licensed master electrician · TDLR EC #EECELE00037785 · permit and inspection included · workmanship warranty · NEC 2023 code-correct. Prefer to talk? Call or text (832) 315-5772 for a same-day callback.
No obligation, no upsell. We run the load calculation first, so you know whether you even need a panel upgrade before there's a number on the table.