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Painters and decorators near you

1,555 painters and decorators are listed on GotAPal across the UK. Pick your town or search by postcode, then contact a decorator directly. Or post your decorating job free and we'll pass it to listed decorators near you.

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Painters and decorators listed on GotAPal

1,555 painters and decorators listed · best match first · Featured means paid placement

Painters and decorators by town

61 towns, A to Z.

Painters and decorators that manage their own profile

11 businesses have claimed their GotAPal listing, so the details come from them rather than public records. GotAPal still doesn't vet them.

What painters and decorators do

Interior painting

Walls, ceilings and woodwork. Most of a good finish is in the preparation, so ask how much filling, sanding and priming is in the price.

Exterior painting

Render, masonry, windows and doors. Weather and access matter: ask whether scaffolding or a tower is needed and who pays for it.

Wallpapering and specialist finishes

Hanging paper, murals and specialist paint effects. Ask to see examples of similar work.

How to check a painter and decorator yourself

GotAPal lists businesses from public records and does not check or vet them. Before you hire, do these checks yourself. They take a few minutes.

  • Ask what preparation is included, how many coats, and which paint brand and finish will be used.
  • Ask how floors and furniture will be protected.
  • If the decorator trades as a limited company, look it up on Companies House: check it is active and the name and address match.
  • Ask for their public liability insurance certificate and check the dates on it.
  • If they say they belong to a trade body, check it on that body's own website, not on the business's.
  • Get a written quote that lists the work, materials, price and when payment is due.
  • Never pay a large sum up front. Pay in stages tied to work done.

Rules and guidance quoted on this page were checked on 27 September 2026.

Guides, and related trades and services

Are you a painter and decorator?

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Painters and decorators: common questions

How do I find a painter and decorator near me?

Pick your town from the list on this page, or search by postcode, to see painters and decorators listed near you. Open a profile to see how to contact them, and contact them directly. Or post your job free and we'll pass it to listed painters and decorators near you.

Is the paint included in a decorator's quote?

It varies. Some decorators include paint, some ask you to buy it. Ask, and get the brand, finish and number of coats written on the quote.

Should I get a decorator or do it myself?

Small rooms with walls in good condition are often fine to do yourself. High ceilings, stairwells, exteriors and rooms that need a lot of preparation are where a decorator usually earns their fee.

Is GotAPal free to use?

Yes. Searching, contacting painters and decorators and posting a job are free for you, and painters and decorators pay no lead fees or commission. The only paid option is Top Pal featured placement, which is always labelled Featured.

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