Has anyone installed a second meter, and had to replace the existing panel. What is the cost involved. Is it worth it. Can the cost with single meter be reduced with solar panels. Would like to learn about this. I have requested the Time of Use rate from SCE and the CS rep told me it could take a month or two to switch over from standard domestic. I am already in tier three, any extra for EV charging will be at the tier three rate or above. SCE has no additional base allowance for EV's. SCE Project Planner informed me that I need a dual gang unit before SCE can install the second meter. Talking to a few electrical contractors, I gather the cost of such replacement could run into 3-5K.