Level 2 EV Charger Installation in Morganton, NC

Touchstone Electric’s Charlotte branch completed a Level 2 EV charger installation for homeowner Christy Arrowood in Morganton. Led by technician Will Cruz, this project added a new, dedicated 60-amp circuit from the basement electrical panel to the garage, providing reliable power for a customer-supplied EV charging unit.

Service categories: EV Charging • Level 2 EV Charger Installation
Date completed: August 15, 2025
Branch: Charlotte (Matthews)
Service area: Morganton, NC
Circuit installed: 60A, 240V dedicated EV circuit on a double-pole breaker
Wiring method: THHN #6 conductors in 1-inch PVC conduit
Permit: Electrical permit filed with the county

How We Routed the New 60A Circuit

To deliver a clean, code-compliant installation with minimal disruption, we carefully planned the conduit path from the basement panel to the garage charging location.

Ran conduit from the panel in the basement to an exterior wall.
Transitioned up the wall to the attic space and re-entered the home.
Continued the conduit run toward the garage and dropped down to the charger location.
Installed a new-work square box to terminate the circuit for the customer’s EVSE (charger) connection.

This approach keeps the wiring protected, organized, and ready for long-term service while preserving a neat appearance around the garage.

Panel Space and Breaker Updates

The existing panel was at capacity. To safely make room for the EV circuit, we:

Installed two 15-amp tandem breakers to consolidate standard branch circuits and free up space.
Added a 60-amp double-pole breaker dedicated to the Level 2 charger.

This ensures the EV charger operates on its own properly sized circuit without overloading the existing panel.

Materials and Workmanship

We used durable, code-approved materials to build a dependable charging circuit sized for Level 2 performance:

Approximately 40 ft of THHN #6 conductors for the 60A feed.
About 25 ft of 1-inch PVC conduit, complete with fittings, connectors, and support hardware.
New-work square box at the garage to support the customer’s charger connection.

Every connection and transition was made with careful attention to detail for safety, longevity, and serviceability.

Permitting and Compliance

We filed the electrical permit with the county for this installation and completed the work in accordance with local requirements. Please note: if your project requires non-electrical permits (for example, Historic Preservation, Environmental/Septic, Zoning, or general building permits), those are not included. If additional permits are needed, we’ll advise you on next steps and can provide pricing for handling them if requested.

Results for This Morganton Home

The homeowner now has a dedicated 60-amp EV charging circuit with protected conduit routing and a ready-to-use termination at the garage. This setup supports faster Level 2 charging, reliable operation, and a cleaner, more professional appearance—making daily charging simple and convenient.

Customer Feedback

Following completion, Christy Arrowood praised our team in a review, noting the professionalism and care taken throughout the project.

Plan Your EV Charger Installation in Morganton

Considering a Level 2 EV charger in Morganton or nearby communities? Our Charlotte team serves the area with expert planning, permitting, and installation. Contact Touchstone Electric to request an estimate, or explore our EV charging services to get started.

Level 2 EV Charger Installation with 60A Circuit in Morganton