Rebate & ProgramInformation checked: October 26, 2026
SCE Charge Ready Home: Up to $4,200 Toward a Panel Upgrade
Southern California Edison’s Charge Ready Home program offers rebates to eligible customers who upgrade their electrical panel and add a Level 2 EV charging outlet at home.
What it covers
- Panel upgrade plus EV outlet installation: up to $4,200 (for main panels under 200 amps that cannot support Level 2 charging).
- EV outlet only: up to $1,000 (for panels already rated 200 amps or more).
Who may qualify
- SCE residential customers in SCE’s service territory.
- Households earning less than 80% of the area median income, or enrolled in a qualifying public assistance program, or living in a designated disadvantaged community.
- Renters need the property owner’s approval before work begins.
How it works
- 1Create an account on the Charge Ready Home website.
- 2Complete pre-qualification to receive a Pre-Qualification ID.
- 3A licensed electrical contractor completes the work with the required permits and handles the rebate paperwork using your ID.
- 4The rebate is paid to your contractor electronically or mailed to you.
Good to know
- You can apply while planning, during installation, or up to six months after the work is completed.
- For the panel upgrade tier, a Level 2 charger must be installed within 180 days after the rebate is received.
- SCE’s site does not list an end date. Funding and terms can change, so check the official page for current availability.
Program terms are set by the program operator and can change at any time. Always confirm current details on the official website before you apply. A1 Electric Solution is not affiliated with these programs.
Maximum rebate
Up to $4,200
How we can help
Not sure whether your home may qualify, or whether your panel needs an upgrade? Contact us and we will walk you through the program and your options.