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V2H & V2G Bidirectional Charging for Your Home

v2h v2g charging new jersey Today’s electric vehicles can do more than drive—you may be able to use your EV as an energy resource for your home and, in some cases, the electric grid. EV Charging Installers of America helps homeowners in New Jersey explore and install V2H (Vehicle-to-Home) and V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) solutions, also known as bidirectional charging.

With the right vehicle, hardware, and electrical setup, bidirectional charging can provide backup power during outages, improve energy management, and help you get more value out of your EV investment.

What Are V2H and V2G?

V2H (Vehicle-to-Home) allows an electric vehicle to supply power to your home during an outage or when you want to reduce grid usage.

V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) enables an EV to send power back to the utility grid in approved programs—potentially supporting grid stability and, depending on program rules, offering financial incentives.

How Bidirectional Charging Works

Unlike standard EV charging (which only sends power one way), bidirectional systems support two-way energy flow:

  • Charging Mode: Energy flows from the grid (or solar) into your EV battery.
  • Power Export Mode: Energy flows from your EV battery to your home (V2H) or to the grid (V2G) when supported.

A complete setup typically involves bidirectional-capable equipment, dedicated electrical components, and controls that manage safe power transfer.

Our V2H / V2G Installation Process

We manage your project from evaluation to final commissioning:

  1. We assess your home’s electrical service, panel capacity, and backup power goals to determine the right system approach.
  2. We confirm vehicle compatibility and review available equipment options and integration requirements.
  3. Our licensed professionals install and configure the system, then test it to ensure safe, reliable performance.

We prioritize code compliance, proper load planning, and safe interconnection—especially for backup power applications that require transfer equipment or protected circuits.

Popular V2H / V2G Solutions We Support

We help homeowners plan and install bidirectional-capable systems using leading solutions, including:

  • Ford Home Integration – Designed to support home energy integration and backup power capabilities with compatible Ford EV platforms.
  • GM Energy – GM’s home energy ecosystem that can support EV-to-home functionality with compatible GM vehicles and components.
  • Additional supported options may be available depending on your EV, local requirements, and program availability.

V2H Backup Power vs. Home Battery Storage

V2H can complement—or in some cases partially replace—traditional home battery storage. The best choice depends on how you want to use backup power and how often you experience outages.

  • V2H: Uses your EV battery as a backup power source when your vehicle is home and connected.
  • Home Battery Storage: Provides dedicated, always-on backup capacity that can operate even when your vehicle is away.

Benefits of V2H / V2G Bidirectional Charging

  • Backup power capability for essential home loads during outages (with proper system design).
  • Smarter energy usage by shifting when and how you draw power from the grid.
  • Potential participation in grid services or utility programs where V2G is supported.
  • More value from your EV by extending its role beyond transportation.

Professional, Code-Compliant Installation

Bidirectional charging systems require careful electrical planning, the right safety equipment, and proper permitting. Our team ensures your installation meets manufacturer requirements and local codes throughout New Jersey, with a focus on safe operation and dependable performance.

If you're interested in V2H or V2G bidirectional charging installation, call EV Charging Installers of America at 855-373-9566 or complete our online request form.


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