Question 1

What services do painters and decorators offer?

Accepted Answer

Painters and decorators can offer work such as interior painting, exterior painting, wall and ceiling painting, doors, trim and woodwork painting, exterior timber coatings, masonry painting, wallpaper hanging, and wallpaper removal. Services vary by business, so check the individual profile before making a request.

Question 2

When should I hire a painter and decorator?

Accepted Answer

A painter and decorator can help when rooms need repainting, exterior paint is failing, wallpaper needs hanging or removing, and woodwork is chipped. Check individual profiles to make sure the business takes on the type of work you need.

Question 3

What information should I include when asking for a quote?

Accepted Answer

Describe the problem or work you want done, add clear photos where they can be taken safely, give useful measurements or product details where relevant, and include the property location, access and any deadline. Mention previous repairs, reports or known defects if they could affect the job.

Question 4

What should I check before hiring a painter and decorator?

Accepted Answer

Before hiring, check the business has suitable experience and that the quote or price is clear. For this type of work, ask about preparation included, paint brand/finish, dust protection, and number of coats. Also make sure the painter and decorator covers your area and takes on the type of job you need.

Question 5

Are there qualifications, registrations or insurance I should check?

Accepted Answer

There is no single qualification that applies to every job of this type. Ask about relevant experience and public liability insurance. For specialist work, ask whether any particular training or accreditation is relevant.

Question 6

What can affect the cost of painting and decorating work?

Accepted Answer

The price can be affected by room size, preparation level, surface condition, paint choice, height/access, and number of colours. Ask for a written quote that explains what is included and how extra work would be agreed.

Question 7

How long can painting and decorating work take?

Accepted Answer

How long the work takes depends on room size, preparation level, surface condition, and paint choice. A small, straightforward job can be much quicker than a larger or more complex one, so ask when the work can start and how long it is expected to take once the scope is clear.

Question 8

What should I do before the work starts?

Accepted Answer

Before the work starts, remove small belongings and wall decorations where practical, agree who will move larger furniture and protect flooring, and point out stains, damp, cracks or previous coating failures before painting starts. Follow any job-specific instructions the business gives you before arrival.

Question 9

When might another trade or specialist also be needed?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the job, you may also need plasterers, renderers, carpenters & joiners, flooring specialists, and damp proofing specialists. Ask the business you contact what it will handle itself and whether another trade is needed.

Question 10

How can I find painters and decorators in Sussex on TradeKind?

Accepted Answer

Browse painters and decorators on TradeKind, choose a Sussex town where useful, and read individual profiles to check services and areas covered. You can also post your job or request a specific business through TradeKind.

Find painters and decorators across Sussex

Painters & Decorators services

When to hire a painter and decorator

What to include when asking for a quote

What to check before hiring a painter and decorator

Useful questions to ask a painter and decorator

What can affect the cost of painting and decorating

Before the work starts

View listed painters and decorators

Amco Brighton Limited

HTK Scaffolding ltd

Spray Works Sussex

R Drummond & Son

Brian Neale Painting Decorating General Property Maintenance

Arbo Projects

LBG services

Strokes & Ladders

K&H Decorators

Jays Brushes

Eastbourne Decorating Company

Browse painters and decorators by town

Related Sussex trades

Painters & Decorators — questions homeowners ask