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Does your new home need a lick of paint? Maybe you’ve bought an old cottage that needs some TLC to bring it back to life. Why not hire a local painter and decorator to enhance and protect all the surfaces in your home? From door and wall painting to murals and stunning paint effects, find out how much the decorating costs would be to revamp your space and hire a painter and decorator near you.

Below, we cover tips to help you hire a local painter:

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How to hire a reliable, local painter and decorator  

A painter and decorator can help you give your walls a new lease of life. Whether you’re thinking of painting a room or your whole house, there are plenty of professional painters in your local area who are ready to help. 

What your local painter and decorator can help with 

Your painter and decorator can help you with a large range of different jobs: 

  • Applying paint (primer and undercoat) to the inside or the exterior of your home 
  • Hanging wallpaper 
  • Adding special finishes like glazes or marbling 
  • Working out how much paint is needed for the size of the walls 
  • Stripping old wallpaper or layers of paint 
  • Filling holes and cracks and making sure surfaces are level 
  • Mixing paint to the right shade, often using computerised colour-matching equipment 

The biggest benefit of hiring a professional painter is that they’ll be able to complete the job in record time. After all, why waste a weekend if your local decorator can take care of it while you’re at work? Post a job today to receive a quote. 

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Qualities to look for in a painter and decorator  

To find painters who will complete jobs to a high standard, and at a reasonable price, we recommend you ensure your painter and decorators: 

  1. Are an experienced company with years of experience and a strong history of successful projects  
  1. Have all the necessary licenses, insurance and warranties needed to protect you and their workers 
  1. Have a good range of positive reviews from previous customers who highly recommend them as reliable and professional  
  1. Are offering the painting and decorating services you need, and are available to carry out the work in the timeframe you need it to be completed by 
  1. Are quoting a price and payment option that you are happy with, having compared the quote with other local painting companies  

A quality decorator will be able to help you pick colours or find the perfect shade of paint, so make sure to ask if you’re not sure which colours to pick yet. 

How much does it cost to hire a painter and decorator 

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The cost of painting and decorating jobs depends on various factors, including the size of your project, its complexity, and the materials you choose. 

The average hourly rate for a painter and decorator is between £20 and £50. Day rates rise to anywhere between £150 and £400, though you might also be given a rate depending on the size of the room you’re having painted. A small room, such as a bathroom, will cost you around £350, whilst a large living room will cost you upwards of £650.  

If you’re getting your whole house painted, then your quote will depend on the size of your property: 

Size of property Average cost 
2-bedroom £2,500-£5,000 
3-bedroom £3,500-£7,500 
4-bedroom £4,500-£9,500 

Prices will vary depending on where you live in the UK, and the type of paint you want. Whether your painter is also painting your ceiling or completing decorating work and finishes on skirting boards will also have an impact on costs. These prices do not include the cost for exterior painting. 

For more information on painting prices in 2023, read our painting and decorating cost guide. We recommend you ask for multiple quotes from local professional painters to compare costs before you hire a painter. 

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Questions to ask when hiring a painter and decorator 

When you’ve found a good painter decorator, make sure you ask them these questions before you hire to ensure you’re making the right decision: 

Are you licensed and insured? 

Make sure to always ask your painter decorator what insurance they have before you hire them. While it’s not a requirement, it’s a good idea for your painter and decorator to have public liability insurance to cover you and them against any accidental damage done to your home or personal injuries. This will guarantee protection for both parties and ensure your painter is legally compliant. 

How long will the job take? 

Knowing what the estimated timeline for completing the project is will help you set realistic expectations about how long your painting job will take to complete. 

How much will the job cost? 

Asking how much your painting and decorating job will cost will help you budget for your project and will ensure price transparency before you hire. How much you’ll end up spending depends on the scope of your project, and where you live in the UK, so make sure you add plenty of details when you post a job. 

Do you use subcontractors? If so, are they licensed and insured? 

If your painter is planning on using subcontractors, then it’s a good idea to confirm the qualifications and insurance coverage of everyone who will be working on the project, so make sure you ask before you hire.  

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Tips for working with a painter and decorator 

To ensure a smooth and successful project, here are some tips to help you create a positive working environment with your tradespeople: 

  1. Be crystal clear about what you want and how much you’re willing to spend. Clear communication is key to ensuring you and your painter are on the same page about your project’s requirements and your budget constraints 
  1. Before your painter and decorator arrives, make sure you prepare the space being painted by removing furniture and covering items that aren’t being painted  
  1. Make sure you document agreements or changes to the original plan. Keeping a written record of all modifications to your project, including timelines and costs, will serve as a valuable reference point to prevent misunderstandings and ensure work is carried out to a high standard 
  1. Conduct a final inspection once your painter has finished (and before you make the final payment) to ensure that you are satisfied with the quality of the work 

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