Electricians: the JIB reviews ECS fees every January — renew smart

For electricians on ECS cards, the numbers right now: the ECS HS&E assessment costs £47.50 + VAT (£57.00), and an online card renewal through MyECS costs £38.50 + VAT (£46.20). The JIB reviews these fees every January, so renewing before the new year can save you money.

Two things many sparks miss. First, you can renew up to 6 months before your card expires — no reason to risk a lapsed card. Second, many electricians are EXEMPT from the assessment through recent qualifications — check the official exemptions list before paying for a test you may not need.

And the official ECS website says it in plain words: do not pay additional fees — no third party or agent is needed. Agents charge on top for filling in the exact same MyECS form.

Full step-by-step guide, free, in 7 languages: graftum.com/ecs.