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Tarven Ltd is a family-run business with a team of skilled professionals with over 12 years of electrical experience in Gravesend. We built our excellent reputation by providing a dependable, honest, and professional service. Much of our work comes through referrals from existing clients and returning customers who come back to us time after time.
We have a superb team of qualified electricians in Gravesend and always strive to provide an excellent standard of workmanship. All our work is fully guaranteed and certified. We pride ourselves on our customer service, which is paramount in safeguarding and expanding our customer base across the southeast.
At Tarven we offer a complete solution for any type of electrical repair or installation. Browse through the site for more information on the services we offer. We work round the clock, so you can always call us when you need a Gravesend electrician, 24/7. Please contact our office if you have any questions; our staff will be happy to assist.
Electric vehicle sales are growing in the UK as the country prepares for diesel and petrol cars to be completely phased out by 2030.
There are several benefits of electric cars, including:
Environmental benefits: Electric cars produce zero emissions while driving, making them a cleaner and more sustainable option than traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. By reducing greenhouse gas emissions, electric cars help to combat climate change and improve air quality.
Lower operating costs: Electric cars are much cheaper to run than traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. Electricity costs are typically much lower than petrol, and electric cars require less maintenance.
Energy efficiency: Electric cars are much more energy-efficient than gasoline-powered vehicles, meaning they use less energy to travel the same distance. Electric motors convert over 75% of the energy from the battery to power the wheels, whereas petrol engines typically convert only about 20% of the energy stored in petrol into usable power.
However, you must ensure your battery has enough power to reach your destination when you own an electric vehicle. An EV cannot be charged in the short time it takes to fill up with petrol, even with super fast chargers, which may not be available when you need to charge.
There are currently around 11 public charging point locations in Gravesend. The most efficient method to find Gravesend charging points is using a website like Zap-Map or their iOS or Android smartphone app.
You can find public charging points in Gravesend at the following locations.
The car park in Parrock Street, Gravesend, closed for nine days last October for the installation of 20 EV charging points. The government Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) granted £107,764 to the car park to fund the project.
There are several benefits of installing an EV charger at home instead of relying on public charging points, including:
Convenience: With a home EV charger, you can charge your electric car whenever it’s convenient for you, without having to worry about the availability of public charging points. This means you can start each day with a full battery without having to make an extra trip to a public charging point.
Savings: Home EV charging is typically cheaper than public charging points, as you can use lower electricity rates, especially during off-peak hours. You also won’t have to pay additional fees that some public charging points may require.
Time savings: Home EV charging is much faster than public charging points, as you can charge your car overnight while you sleep or when you’re not using your vehicle. This means you don’t have to waste time waiting for your car to charge at a public charging point.
Safety and security: Charging your car at home means you don’t have to worry about the safety and security of your car or the charging cable, which could be a concern when using public charging points.
Reduced carbon footprint: Charging your car at home with renewable energy sources like solar panels can further reduce your carbon footprint and help you lead a more sustainable lifestyle.
Overall, installing a home EV charger offers many benefits over relying on public charging points, including convenience, cost savings, time savings, safety and security, and reduced carbon footprint.
If you are an electric vehicle owner or considering purchasing an EV, we can supply and fit you with an electric vehicle charger installation in Gravesend starting at just £495. We aim to help Gravesend residents switch easily to affordable, environmentally friendly vehicles. We are approved by the Office For Zero Emission Vehicles and fully certified installers for the following EV charging points:
If you are a tenant or you live in a flat as an owner with off-road parking, you are likely to qualify for a government grant of up to £350 towards the cost. As a business owner, you can apply for a grant of up to £14,000 to install a maximum of 40 charging points. Again, you must have dedicated off-road parking to qualify. See this page on the Homecharging Scheme for more details.
Contact us, and we will arrange a free survey and advise you on the best electric vehicle charging point.
Fuel costs are rising exponentially, causing worry for many UK homeowners. However, there is a solution to cut your electricity bills by up to 85% with a Gravesend solar panels system.
Not only will renewable energy save you a fortune on electricity bills, but it will also reduce your carbon footprint. The average residential solar panel system saves around 1.5 tons of carbon a year.
Subject to your needs, we can only supply you with solar panels or a system with storage batteries. A storage system is superior because it allows you to store energy produced during daylight later when the panels can no longer generate electricity. With solar panels only, you must use the energy as it is produced, which means a large amount is wasted.
Depending on the size of your solar panels and the battery capacity, you may generate enough power for your entire home and even sell the surplus back to the grid.
Get in touch with us for further details on our services.