Buying an Electric Vehicle? Here is Your Guide to Home Charging in KC

January 21, 2026
Did you treat yourself to a new Electric Vehicle (EV) over the holidays? Or maybe you are planning to buy one with your tax return this year. Congratulations! Driving past gas stations in Overland Park feels great.

But there is one reality check every new EV owner faces: Charging Anxiety.

If you are trying to charge your new car using the standard 3-prong plug that came with it (Level 1 charging), you know the struggle. It adds about 3 to 5 miles of range per hour. That means if you drive a lot today, your car won't be full tomorrow. At Pure Light Electric, we help Kansas City drivers ditch the "trickle charge" and upgrade to a true home charging station.

What is a Level 2 Charger?

A Level 2 charger uses a 240-volt circuit—the same kind of power used by your clothes dryer or electric oven.



  • The Speed: It charges 5x to 7x faster than a standard wall outlet. You can plug in with a near-empty battery at night and wake up to a 100% full charge every single morning.
  • The Convenience: No more sitting at public charging stations in a parking lot for 45 minutes. Your garage becomes your "gas station."

Can My Home Handle It?

This is where you need a professional. EVs draw a significant amount of continuous power (usually 32 to 50 amps).


Panel Capacity: We will inspect your electrical panel to ensure you have enough "room" (amperage) to add the charger without tripping your main breaker.



Location: We run heavy-gauge wiring from your panel to your garage or driveway. This must be done to code to prevent overheating and fire hazards.

Why Choose Pure Light?

We are experienced with all major brands, from the Tesla Wall Connector to universal chargers like ChargePoint and JuiceBox. We handle the permitting, the heavy-up (if needed), and the neat, professional mounting of the unit.


Ready to power up? Stop waiting days for a full battery. Contact Pure Light Electric today to get a quote for your dedicated EV charger circuit.

January 22, 2026
Kansas City is famous for its charming, historic neighborhoods. From the bungalows of Waldo to the mid-century ranches of Prairie Village and Overland Park, our city is full of homes with character. But while we love the architecture of the past, there is one part of these homes that simply wasn't built for the future: The Electrical Panel. Think about life in 1970. A "high-tech" home had a color TV, a refrigerator, a few incandescent light bulbs, and maybe a window AC unit. The average electrical service size was 60 or 100 amps, which was plenty. Fast forward to 2026. You have central air conditioning, a specialized wine fridge, two large smart TVs, laptops plugged in for remote work, a Peloton, and maybe a Tesla or Rivian plugged into the garage. You are trying to push a 21st-century lifestyle through a 20th-century funnel. At Pure Light Electric, panel upgrades (often called a "Heavy Up") are one of our most common services. It is the single most important safety and infrastructure upgrade you can make. In this ultimate guide, we will break down everything KC homeowners need to know about their breaker boxes.
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