We understand the unique challenges and opportunities of providing EV charging solutions for apartments, condos, and other multi-unit residential properties. Our tailored approach ensures your property is equipped with reliable electric car charging options, helping you attract and retain eco-conscious residents while creating a valuable new revenue stream.

Benefits

What Can EV Charging at Apartments Do for You?

Increase your NOI

Adding electric vehicle charging stations for apartments is a value-add improvement that generates recurring monthly revenue, as EV drivers are willing to pay more for parking spaces equipped with convenient home charging options.

Add a no-cost amenity

Implementing apartment charging is simple. We'll handle installation and on-going costs, residents pay per use, and your building enjoys a no-cost amenity.

Group

Appeal to younger tenants

According to a recent survey, 47% of millennials, 41% of Gen Zers and 38% of Gen Xers want to purchase an EV as their next vehicle.

Visibility

Enhance building visibility

Installing EV chargers offers numerous marketing opportunities that can enhance an apartment building's appeal and increase its visibility in a market.

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Chargermate has made managing EV charging easy, which is a relief given the complexity it could have added to our operations. The automated reporting reduces our administrative overhead and provides detailed usage information to management.

They have comprehensive training materials and provide ongoing support, which improved our ability to address tenant queries and also positioned us as forward-thinking property managers with management.

Allen Taylor

Property Manager

We've seen a notable increase in inquiries from prospective tenants specifically asking about EV charging facilities. This amenity has allowed us to command higher rents and has accelerated our lease-up process for new units.

Chargermate's revenue-sharing model has turned our EV chargers into a profitable amenity, creating a new income stream we hadn't anticipated.

Austin Golden

Building Owner

I was hesitant about getting an EV while living in an apartment, but Chargermate solved that problem completely. I can charge my car overnight without any hassle, which fits perfectly into my busy schedule.
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The reliable charging stations mean I never have to worry about finding a public charger or planning my day around charging stops. It's a fantastic amenity that has made me feel good about my decision to go electric.

Sabino Nader

Tenant

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FAQs

Everything you need to know to get started. Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Please chat to our team.

What’s the typical return on investment for a hotel? Will it cost us to pay for electricity?

Our preferred business model is for Chargermate to own and operate the charging stations, with drivers paying us when they decide to charge their vehicles. This means we cover the installation costs and ongoing costs such as for electricity.

Here's why this model works well:
- No upfront capital expenditure for your company. Minimal operational overhead for your organization
- Ensures professional maintenance and management of charging infrastructure
- Allows for easy scalability as demand grows
- Provides a valuable amenity without ongoing costs to your company

How will EV charging stations affect my property's energy consumption and utility bills?

There is no added cost to the hotel as Chargermate will pay for all of the energy usage associated with EV charging, either to the utility company directly or by reimbursing the hotel for the energy used. Our technology allows us to track how much energy is used minute-by-minute throughout the year.

While EV charging stations will increase energy consumption, we are also able to implement smart charging systems that can limit the energy usage during peak times and we can incentivize guests to charge during off-peak hours.

What is the process for troubleshooting if a guest experiences issues with charging?

The troubleshooting process for EV charging issues is straightforward and efficient to minimize guest inconvenience.

First, we have a remote monitoring system that will alert us to potential problems and we will work to fix any issues before a guest encounters them.

Secondly, we have a dedicated helpline or ensure that staff can quickly contact our support team for more complex issues.

Third, we will provide support to ensure that maintenance personnel are trained in basic troubleshooting steps, such as checking for proper plug connection.

Finally, we suggest the hotel to have a contingency plan in place, such as offering alternative charging options, if the issue cannot be resolved promptly.

What data can we collect from charging to support our sustainability reporting?

We are happy to share non-identifying data for sustainability reports, CSR initiatives, and green certifications.

Our modern EV charging systems can provide valuable data on:
- CO2 emissions avoided
- Total kWh dispensed
- Number of unique users
- Charging session durations and frequencies
- Peak usage times

Are residents willing to pay more for a dedicated parking spot with EV charging?

Yes - we have seen that parking spots with dedicated EV charging can rent for $100-200 more per month than parking spots without EV charging in Chicago.

How can we ensure fair access to charging stations among residents?

For parking that is not dedicated to a single resident, we will work with you to adjust our software encourages fair access by adjusting items such as:
- Setting time limits for charging sessions
- Implementing idling costs to a driver after an EV is finished charging to encourage them to move their car
- Offering different pricing for peak and off-peak hours

How does the charging payment process work for residents?

We tend to recommend that EV drivers pay us directly, and no payments go through the apartment.

Our common approach for payment is that residents pay-per-kHW using a QR code on the charger or our app.

Will the EV charge points work with every electric vehicle?

Yes, we use industry standard software and hardware so that our charge points work with the vast majority of electric vehicles in the US. Our Level 2 chargers use the J1772 connector, which is standard for most EVs in North America. For Tesla vehicles, an adapter can be used (which most Tesla owners already have).
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Over the course of the next year, we will be transitioning to the North American Charging Standard (NACS), as it has been adopted by all large automakers in the US from 2025 onwards.

How can I see if my apartment is a match?

To get started, get in touch on our contact page. We'll send a quick survey to fill in so we understand more about your site, and then we’ll be in touch to set up a time to discuss further.

EV Charging Solutions for Apartments in Chicago