Certified IRVE Installer Near You: Our Service Areas

You typed “EV charger installer near me” and now you're staring at dozens of results that are impossible to tell apart. Yet the criterion that should guide your choice comes down to four letters: IRVE (the French qualification for EV charging infrastructure). Volticom, a QUALIFELEC IRVE P1·P2·P3 and RGE certified installer, operates throughout France from its headquarters in Paris. This page explains why this qualification is non-negotiable, how an installation unfolds wherever you live, and brings together all our local guides, area by area, so you can plan your project as close to home as possible.

Why insist on a QUALIFELEC-qualified IRVE installer?

Since Decree no. 2017-26 of 12 January 2017, installing a charging point with a power output above 3.7 kW must be entrusted to a professional holding an IRVE qualification, issued by an accredited body such as QUALIFELEC. In other words, for a 7.4 kW wallbox — the residential standard — calling on an unqualified electrician isn't just risky: it's against the regulations.

Beyond the legal obligation, certification governs three very concrete points:

• Financial support. The ADVENIR grant, paid under the ADVENIR scheme (subject to its rules), requires an installation carried out by an IRVE-qualified professional. Without certification, the application simply isn't admissible.
• Home insurance. In the event of an electrical incident linked to a charger installed outside professional standards, your insurer may dispute the claim. A compliant installation, documented by a qualified professional, secures your case.
• Electrical safety. Dedicated circuit, suitable residual-current protection, cable sizing, power setting: all points that the IRVE qualification frames precisely.

To go further on the selection criteria — detailed quote, references, warranties, insurance — see our guide to choosing your IRVE installer wisely with no nasty surprises.

P1, P2, P3: what do the three qualification levels cover?

The QUALIFELEC IRVE qualification comes in three levels, each corresponding to a different technical scope. It's a useful benchmark for checking that your installer is qualified for your type of project — and not just “qualified” in general.

Level	Technical scope	Projects concerned
P1	AC chargers up to 22 kW, without specific communication configuration	Single-family home, residential wallbox
P2	Chargers up to 22 kW with configuration for supervision and communication	Apartment buildings, businesses, shared car parks
P3	DC fast-charging stations, above 22 kW	Fleets, charging hubs, high-turnover sites

Volticom is certified at all three levels, P1, P2 and P3. In practical terms, the same point of contact can handle the wallbox for your house, the shared infrastructure of your apartment building or the fast charger in your company car park, with the qualification suited to each configuration.

How Volticom operates throughout France from Paris

Our headquarters is located in Paris, in the heart of the southern Paris region — hence our dedicated guide to installing a charging station in Essonne (91), our home department. But our reach doesn't stop there: we carry out installations throughout France, from individual homes to corporate projects, organising work by area to keep lead times under control.

The process is the same wherever you are:

1. Getting in touch by phone on 09 55 92 66 32 or by email at contact@volticom.fr, describing your home and your vehicle.
2. Technical assessment of your electrical installation and your usage: available power, charger location, cable length, smart-charging options.
3. Quote within 48 hours after a complete brief, across France: precise pricing, with no vague line items or surprise charges on the day of the work.
4. Installation by an IRVE-certified technician, followed by testing and commissioning with you.
5. Support with grants: putting together your ADVENIR application under the ADVENIR scheme (subject to its rules) and informing you about the schemes applicable to your situation.

Three commitments round off this journey, wherever you are: a decennial liability insurance policy with AXA, subject to the declared activities, limits and terms of the current insurance certificate on our installations, cover through AXA insurance, and responsive after-sales support of commissioning. For details of our services and how a typical project unfolds, see our IRVE-certified charging station installation page.

Our technicians' advice: never choose an installer on the advertised price alone. Insist on a detailed quote, a valid IRVE qualification certificate and a written commitment on the warranty and after-sales service. A low quote without these three elements almost always ends up costing more in the end.

Directory: our local guides, area by area

Every area has its own quirks: apartment buildings without private spaces and underground car parks in Paris, houses with garages in the outer Paris ring, road-works or low-emission-zone constraints in regional cities. We've written a dedicated guide for each area, covering the local specifics of the project and the steps to anticipate. For a nationwide overview, browse our roundup of French cities where you can install a charging station.

Paris and inner ring

• Installing a charging station in Paris: apartment buildings, the right-to-plug and the capital's underground car parks.
• Installing a charger in the inner Paris ring: an overview of the three departments bordering Paris.
• Charging station in Hauts-de-Seine (92): houses, residences and corporate headquarters in western Paris.
• Charging station in Seine-Saint-Denis (93): apartment buildings, houses and business premises to the north-east of the capital.
• Charging station in Val-de-Marne (94): from townhouses to shared car parks in south-eastern Paris.

Outer Paris ring (Greater Paris)

• Installing a charger in Essonne (91): a key service area, covered from our Paris headquarters.
• Charging station in Yvelines (78): extensive suburban housing and longer daily commutes.
• Installing a charger in Versailles: older buildings, apartment buildings and specific heritage constraints.
• Charging station in Val-d'Oise (95): from suburban houses to apartment buildings in the northern Paris region.
• Charging station in Seine-et-Marne (77): the largest department in the Paris region, between small towns and rural areas.

Major regional cities

• Installing a charging station in Lyon: apartment buildings, low-emission zones and residential projects across the metropolitan area.
• Installing a charger in Marseille: single-family homes, residences and private car parks.
• Charging station in a car park in Toulouse: the particular case of Toulouse's shared car parks.
• Installing a charger in Bordeaux: the local échoppe houses, apartment buildings and the Gironde suburban ring.
• Installing a charger in Lille: townhouses and apartment buildings across the Lille metropolitan area.
• Installing a charger in Nice: Riviera residences, underground car parks and apartment buildings.
• Installing a charger in Montpellier: recent residences, houses and shared car parks.

Your city isn't on the list? That doesn't change our ability to step in: these guides cover the areas where demand is highest, but we assess projects across the whole country. Tell us about your project and you'll receive a quote within 48 hours after a complete brief, across France, wherever you are.

Does your location change the installation price?

Less than you might think. The real budget drivers are technical: the distance between the consumer unit and the charger, the cable run (crawl space, facade, trench), the chosen power output, and the smart-charging options. Depending on the project, the cost therefore varies more from one configuration to another than from one region to another. To understand how a quote is structured and which items really carry weight, see our guide to charging station installation prices.

FAQ: finding an IRVE installer near you

How can I check that an installer is genuinely IRVE certified?

Ask for their qualification certificate and check it on QUALIFELEC's online directory: the level (P1, P2 or P3) suited to your project and the validity date. A reputable professional provides these elements without difficulty, right from the quotation stage.

Does Volticom really operate near me?

Yes: our headquarters is in Paris, but we operate throughout France. The local guides on this page cover the areas in highest demand; for any other location, contact us on 09 55 92 66 32 or at contact@volticom.fr. The terms remain the same: quote within 48 hours after a complete brief, across France, decennial liability insurance policy with AXA, subject to the declared activities, limits and terms of the current insurance certificate and responsive after-sales support.

Is IRVE certification mandatory for a home wallbox?

Yes, as soon as the power output exceeds 3.7 kW — which is the case for almost all residential wallboxes, starting with the 7.4 kW models. It's also a condition for accessing the ADVENIR grant, paid under the ADVENIR scheme (subject to its rules), and peace of mind with regard to your home insurance.

What commitments does Volticom make after the installation?

Our installations are covered by a decennial liability insurance policy with AXA, subject to the declared activities, limits and terms of the current insurance certificate and insured with AXA. In the event of a malfunction, our after-sales team stays responsive, whatever the area where the charger was installed.

How much does it cost to install a charging station at home?

The price depends on your configuration: the distance between the consumer unit and the charger, the cable run, the chosen power output (7.4, 11 or 22 kW) and the smart-charging options. Rather than a generic figure that is bound to be approximate, we price it for free and precisely in a quote within 48 hours after a complete brief, across France, with no commitment and no surprise charges on the day of the work.

Can I install my charging station myself?

No: above 3.7 kW, the installation must legally be entrusted to an IRVE-certified professional, otherwise you invalidate the ADVENIR grant and weaken your home insurance in the event of an incident. A wallbox requires a dedicated circuit, a 30 mA Type B residual-current circuit breaker and compliance with the NF C 15-100 standard that only a qualified installer can guarantee. Having Volticom fit your charger means avoiding that risk while benefiting from our decennial liability insurance policy with AXA, subject to the declared activities, limits and terms of the current insurance certificate.

How long does it take to fit a charging station?

In the vast majority of cases, installing a residential wallbox takes half a day, including testing and commissioning. As for timing, you receive your quote within 48 hours of the technical assessment, after a complete brief, across France, then we schedule the work to suit your availability and the service area.

Is a charging station feasible at my home, even with a complicated installation?

In almost every situation, yes: a garage far from the consumer unit, a facade to run cable along, a crawl space, an apartment building or a shared car park — our QUALIFELEC-qualified IRVE P1·P2·P3 technicians tailor the solution to your home. The preliminary technical assessment, included in the free quote within 48 hours, across France, precisely confirms feasibility and the cable run before any work begins.

What warranties and insurance cover my Volticom installation?

Every installation is covered by a decennial liability insurance policy with AXA, subject to the declared activities, limits and terms of the current insurance certificate and insured with AXA, the hallmarks of work carried out to professional standards. In the event of a malfunction, our after-sales team stays responsive, everywhere in France through our certified installer partners, from our Paris-region headquarters.

Will my charger be able to manage charging intelligently and track my consumption?

Yes: our OCPP-compatible chargers allow load shedding and dynamic power management, so you can charge without tripping your installation, as well as re-billing of kWh when your usage warrants it. Specify your needs when you get in touch, and we'll build in the right options right from the free quote within 48 hours after a complete brief, across France.

Request your quote within 48 hours after a complete brief, across France

Getting from the “EV charger installer near me” search to a charger fitted to professional standards is a short journey: Start my quote, call 09 55 92 66 32 or write to contact@volticom.fr. Volticom — QUALIFELEC-qualified IRVE P1·P2·P3 and RGE-certified, decennial liability insurance policy with AXA, subject to the declared activities, limits and terms of the current insurance certificate — will assess your project and send you a quote within 48 hours after a complete brief, across France, wherever you are in France.