How this site makes money
The guides are free. Here's the business model, stated plainly.
Last updated: September 27, 2026
Lead generation
Chicago EV Charger is a lead-generation site. When you submit a quote request, your details (name, phone, email, ZIP, vehicle/charger details) are stored and may be shared with independent EV charger installers so they can contact you about your request.
The site may receive compensation from installers for leads or referrals. That compensation never affects the editorial content of the guides — cost ranges, panel and permit guidance, and installer-selection advice are written independently.
Display advertising
The site currently runs no display advertising (no AdSense or similar ad network). If display ads are added in the future, they will appear in clearly marked ad slots and will be visually distinct from editorial content.
Sponsored placements
There are currently no sponsored placements or paid rankings on the site. If a business ever pays for placement, it will be clearly labeled as sponsored or as an advertisement — paid placement will never be presented as an editorial recommendation.
What never happens
- We never manipulate or encourage clicks on ads.
- We never present paid content as independent editorial content.
- We never sell quote-request details to marketers or data brokers.
Questions
Questions about advertising or lead handling can be sent through the quote form on the homepage.