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It’s simple. Get an instant quote from us (it already shows the grant deduction). Apply on the official government portal using our OZEV installer number (12082). Once approved, we’ll send you a unique transaction code allowing you to deduct the £500...

Yes, permission is required. Flat owners need approval from the freeholder or managing agent, while renters need written consent from their landlord. The permission must clearly name you and the property address. We can help with a ready-to-use permission...

The grant covers up to 75% of the cost of buying and installing a home EV charger socket, with a maximum of £500. This higher amount applies from 1 April 2026. The grant is deducted directly from your final installation cost.

It can take up to 10 working days for the Government to approve your grant application. Once that's done, they'll send us notification that the grant has been accepted and we'll be able to proceed with your installation. 

If you live in a flat (whether you own it or rent it) or rent any residential property in the UK, you may qualify for the government’s Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grant. You need dedicated off-street parking that you have legal rights to use, and you...

Don't worry - nobody can use your EV charger unless you want them to!  During Installation, our installer partners will connect your charger to the Cord App on your phone. This means that nobody can turn up to your house and just start charging...

Yes, we sell a Cord Zero untethered EV charger - you can find out more here.

Yes - you can join our public beta here. To see all EV tariffs that Cord is compatible with, see ...

Home EV chargers are AC and as most UK homes have single phase electricity supply they are limited to charge a car at a maximum of 7.4kW - or more simply, overnight - ready for you in the morning. Our portable chargers are AC and charge at a maximum ...

Yes, you can view how much charge is in your vehicle by using the Cord App. The app shows % charge level and approximate range left based on that charge. Please note that this feature is dependent on your vehicle manufacturer allowing third party integrations...

Some electric vehicles come with their own unique charging settings that can influence how the charging process goes.  Make sure to double-check your vehicle's charging settings. Sometimes, it might need to be in park and locked during charging...

Your Cord EV charger is smart! It knows when your vehicle doesn't need any more juice, so it will stop charging automatically. 
Keep an eye on the charger's light. When charging is complete, the charger will show a sold green light.   ...

Yes! You can still authorise a charging session without an internet connection by using the supplied RFID card. However, you will not be able to use the Cord App or its features without an internet connection. 

Dynamic load balancing is like the brainy sidekick of EV charging! It's a smart way to make sure your EV gets the juiciest charge while keeping your home electrical grid happy and steady - removing the risk of "tripping".    Here's how it...

You can find out more about EV tariffs in our dedicated guide Understanding the charging tariffs for your Cord wall-mounted charger is essential for managing your charging costs effectively. ...

Yes! You’ll need the landlord’s permission, but if you rent a house or a flat you can get up to £500 off the cost of the charger through a Government OZEV grant.