Frequently Asked Questions

Flickering lights, frequently tripped circuits and outdated equipment may indicate that your home’s electrical panel is due for an upgrade. If you plan to add load to your home’s electrical system, such as an electric vehicle charger, you will need an electrical panel rated for at least 200 amps. Homes with an existing main panel rated below 200 amps qualify for the Charge Ready Home rebate if the household meets the income-based or geographic rebate eligibility requirements. If you are unsure how to assess your home’s electrical panel, consult a qualified electrician. Upgrading your panel helps ensure safety and accommodates increased power demands.

Tenants are eligible to receive a Charge Ready Home rebate if they provide the property owner’s written approval for the electrical work. This approval is documented on the Electric Vehicle Charger Attestation Form. The tenant must also provide valid proof of residency.

The Contractor Network is a list of eligible Charge Ready Home contractors who have provided information such as their Contractors State License Board (CSLB) license details, counties served, and services offered. Contractors in the network must complete annual training on the Charge Ready Home program, eligibility requirements, and application process.

Inclusion in the Contractor Network means the contractor has met the minimum requirements necessary to participate in Charge Ready Home. The program does not endorse or guarantee any contractor or the contractor’s work. View the full list of in-network contractors here.

Your next step is to select an in-network contractor from our Contractor List. If you have already completed the work and paid the contractor directly, reply to your approval email to request a self-claim for the rebate. If you are working with an in-network contractor, they will complete the work and collect the rebate directly from Charge Ready Home.

We recommend obtaining estimates from three contractors before providing your prequalification ID. Provide your prequalification ID only to the contractor you select. Once your rebate has been claimed, the claim cannot be reversed.

If the project cost exceeds the rebate amount, the applicant is responsible for paying the difference directly to the contractor.

Charge Ready Home is limited to single-family residences, including detached and attached single-family homes. The property must have its own electrical panel and cannot share an electric meter with other residences.

As the administrator for the SCE Charge Ready Home Rebate Program, we cannot assist with Spot Meter requests. To begin the Spot Meter process, visit https://www.sce.com/projectportal and follow the instructions provided there. 

Email evhome@scerebate.com and request a self claim. Include your name and application number so our dedicated team can update your application and enable document uploads. 

• When applying for a Disadvantaged Community rebate, you must provide a valid photo ID, a current SCE bill, and a completed Electric Vehicle Charger Attestation Form. 
• When applying for a public assistance-based rebate, you must provide a valid photo ID, a current SCE bill, valid proof of public assistance as described in our Sample Supporting Documents, and a completed Electric Vehicle Charger Attestation Form.
• When applying for an income-based rebate, you must provide a valid photo ID, a current SCE Bill, a completed  Electric Vehicle Charger Attestation Form, a Household Summary Form, and the prefilled Proof of Income eligibility.  

For the fastest and smoothest claim process, please provide the following items:  

1. For panel and outlet upgrades only: 
   1. Photos of the panel before and after installation. Please be sure to include the main disconnect breaker and meter in all photos provided.
2. For all rebate types:
   1. A photo of the EV plug or charger that clearly shows its location. 
   2. An itemized invoice that includes the date, address, contractor's business name and license number, and details of the services provided. 
   3. A permit for all completed work. The permit must be finalized and signed by the city inspector.

The Charge Ready Home rebate covers the cost of electric panel upgrades and/or 240-volt circuit installation. It does not cover the cost of purchasing or installing an EV charger or EV charger.  

It’s easy to join the Charge Ready Home program as an eligible contractor. You just need to meet the following requirements: 

• Hold an active CSLB C-10 license. 
• Have a general liability insurance policy. 
• Submit a pre-enrollment form. 
• Attend an annual online training to confirm understanding of the application process, required documentation and eligibility requirements.  
• Submit a minimum of three prior customer paid invoices in the past 18 months for 200-amp panel upgrades including line item and unit pricing for equipment, labor and wire length runs. 

To learn more, visit the Charge Ready Home Contractor's page.

Contractors must provide a one-year warranty for both equipment and workmanship. Warranty starts from the installation date. More details can be found in Section 2.13 of the Contractor Participation Agreement.