Get answers to common questions about our EV charging solutions.
The cost of a commercial EV charging project varies based on the type and number of chargers, the complexity of the electrical work, and your existing infrastructure. A straightforward Level 2 installation may cost a few thousand dollars per charger, while a large-scale DC fast charging deployment for a fleet depot or retail corridor can be a six-figure investment. ATS provides a detailed, transparent project quote with a full ROI analysis during the planning phase, before any work begins, so you understand the total investment, available incentives (CEJA grants, ComEd rebates, federal 30C tax credits), and expected return.
Yes. Incentive identification and application support is a standard part of every ATS EV Charging Solutions project. We've helped commercial property owners across Chicagoland access CEJA EV charging grants, ComEd EV charging rebates, federal 30C tax credits, and other programs. Our team handles the paperwork and compliance requirements so you can focus on your business and capture maximum available savings.
That's exactly what our site assessment determines. Our engineers evaluate your existing electrical infrastructure, including panel capacity, transformer size, and available circuits, to understand what's possible without costly upgrades. If upgrades are needed, we design the most cost-effective path forward and factor those costs into your project plan before any work begins.
ATS provides both proactive EV charging maintenance (through our ATS Care plans) and reactive repair services. Our technicians specialize in component-level EV charger repair, meaning we diagnose and fix the specific faulty part rather than replacing the entire charger unit. This approach is faster and can save up to 50% compared to full-unit replacement. For ATS Care members, emergency response times range from 24 hours (MaxCare) to 72 hours (EssentialCare) depending on your plan level.
No. ATS EV Charging Solutions is completely hardware-agnostic. We install, maintain, and repair chargers from any make or model, including ChargePoint, Tritium, Enel X, ABB, Blink, and many others. This means we recommend equipment based on what's best for your specific site, usage patterns, and budget rather than being limited to a single brand's product line.
Illinois offers several significant incentive programs that can substantially reduce your EV charging project cost. These include the federal Section 30C tax credit, ComEd EV charging rebates for commercial customers, Illinois CEJA (Climate and Equitable Jobs Act) grants, and additional programs through the Illinois EPA. Incentive programs change frequently, so our team stays current on all available funding and handles the full application process as part of every project.
A complete commercial EV charger installation timeline typically takes 8-16 weeks depending on scope and complexity. This includes initial consultation and site assessment (1-2 weeks), solution design (2-3 weeks), permitting and utility coordination with ComEd or Ameren (3-6 weeks), and physical installation (1-3 weeks). ATS manages every step to keep your EV charging installation project on schedule with no gaps between phases.
ATS EV Charging Solutions is a specialized division of Advanced Technical Services Inc., a family-owned company with over 40 years of electrical and electronics engineering expertise. Unlike most providers who focus solely on installation, we offer full-lifecycle commercial EV charging solutions, from planning and site assessment through installation, ongoing maintenance, and component-level repair. Our hardware-agnostic approach means we recommend the right charger for your needs from any make or model, and our ATS Care maintenance plans deliver proactive monitoring, priority response times, and maximum charger uptime.
ATS EV Charging Solutions integrates modern, networked charging stations that offer flexible access and payment solutions tailored to your property type. For multifamily properties, we configure systems that bill electricity usage directly to individual tenants, eliminating the burden on property management. For public-facing or retail locations, we set up chargers to accept credit cards, RFID cards, or mobile app payments, allowing you to set custom pricing and generate revenue from your charging infrastructure. Our team handles the network configuration and billing setup as part of the installation process.
