arbiter coatings
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We are a family owned business specialising in weatherproof wall coatings and render repairs and finishes. We have been refurbishing wall exteriors for over 35 years, providing a high quality service, all of our work is priced fairly and guaranteed. Our wallcoatings are particularly effective in coastal areas and on wall surfaces that open to wind driven rain We also offer Dryzone treatments to combat rising damp issues
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Highlights
"I would highly recommend this company for exterior weather coating. Bill is very experienced and knowledgeable and runs his company professionally. All his workman were prompt, tidy and friendly. Really pleased with the overall result."
"Brilliant Job Bill and his team did a brilliant job from start to finish. On first insepction, Bill talked us through the options and guided us to the best solution so we knew exactly what was to be done. The team turned up pomptly and ensured that all surfaces were protected. They were freindly and accommodating and worked efficiently. It was refreshing to speak to someone who was clear and carried out the work quoted. Would thoroughly recommend Arbiter Coatings for a swift and professional job."
"We can't recommend Arbiter Coatings enough! Bill was extremely helpful right from the quote stage to completion of the work. He offered us a solution to covering up the fake stone front of our home to give us the exact result we had hoped for when no-one else could. Don't be put off if you are a distance away from where Bill is based as Arbiter Coatings travelled a long way to us and had other jobs in our area, We can see why these guys are in high demand."
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Bill and his team are highly experienced and friendly. They really try to do their best for the client's individual circumstances and take a pride in the end result. They pressure washed the surface, repaired flaking areas and applied mould preventer where necessary. Top coat was applied by either brush or spray, all carefully colour matched. Masking paper and tape was used to protect all other surfaces. Some dropped leading under a window sill was also repaired. The result is excellent.
I would highly recommend this company for exterior weather coating. Bill is very experienced and knowledgeable and runs his company professionally. All his workman were prompt, tidy and friendly. Really pleased with the overall result.
Brilliant Job Bill and his team did a brilliant job from start to finish. On first insepction, Bill talked us through the options and guided us to the best solution so we knew exactly what was to be done. The team turned up pomptly and ensured that all surfaces were protected. They were freindly and accommodating and worked efficiently. It was refreshing to speak to someone who was clear and carried out the work quoted. Would thoroughly recommend Arbiter Coatings for a swift and professional job.
We can't recommend Arbiter Coatings enough! Bill was extremely helpful right from the quote stage to completion of the work. He offered us a solution to covering up the fake stone front of our home to give us the exact result we had hoped for when no-one else could. Don't be put off if you are a distance away from where Bill is based as Arbiter Coatings travelled a long way to us and had other jobs in our area, We can see why these guys are in high demand.
We are glad we chose Arbiter coatings as their work is excellent and well worth the money. They did a great job and cleared up everything when they had finished. Bill kept us informed of when and how the work would be carried out and was always available to answer any questions. Well done and thanks to all involved.
Amazing job done .Our house has been repaired and looks great.
Despite having made an appointment and myself and my wife staying in, this person failed to keep the appointment and also failed to contact us to either let us know he would not be coming, or to apologise for not turning up. Don't bother making an appointment with him, he'll probably let you down.
Good customer service from Bill, kept me informed at all times particularly as the weather was dreadful and the job was done over a period of time for that reason. Happy with the result. Guys very friendly.
Really friendly, accommodating and polite. Very pleasant team of people to work with & they came back to clear up and make good anything we were unhappy with.
Rendered unsightly brickwork. Work was completed quickly,quietly and neatly.
We came across Arbiter Coatings when they were working on a house in Stratford-upon-Avon. We were impressed with the quality of work and how friendly the workmen were. So we asked for a quote and it was very fair. They were very accommodating and we didn't have to wait too long for them to start work. All the team were considerate and polite and we are delighted with the quality of the finish and the overall appearance of the house. Highly recommended.
A very professional and friendly team. Our first visitor after completion commented, unsolicited, how fine the work looked. We agree!
One of the best things about Bill and Arbiter Coatings is that they actually came when they said they would and if they didn’t or couldn’t come, they stayed in contact with us to let us know how/why/when. Add to that the brilliant job they did on the front of our much loved old house and you have the perfect combination and team. Our house looks really beautiful now and has been restored to its former glory with perfect rendering and an immaculate finish. A terrific job! Bill was extremely sensitive during what was a difficult time as a very close family member’s funeral was smack bang in the middle of the job - we appreciated his empathy & thoughtfulness. We thoroughly recommend Arbiter.
Bill and Steve came and started work on my house found them both helpful and professional house looks great
From the quote to the finished job we were very impressed with this company. Bill talked us through what was needed and the process involved. We were updated on what would happen each day. The team arrived on time and worked hard causing as little disruption as possible. We are really pleased with the finish on our property which was in need of much tlc!! Nothing was too much trouble and every day the site was left clean and tidy. Thank you Bill for all you help, advice and for making our home look so good!
Very helpful and professional team, particularly with the choice of colour. Communication excellent. The house has undergone a repair and transformation. Certainly value for money. I would definitely recommend this company.
We can thoroughly recommend Arbiter Coatings. They are very competitive on price and a friendly and helpful business. Bill Newbegin went out of his way to tender and explain the job and the process. We accepted his price but then "lock down" intervened which prevented the start of work. Bill maintained contact with us through out the lock down and as soon as he was able to return to work and travel to Norwich the job was started. Arbiter did an excellent job. The work was done quickly and efficiently, very tidy, protecting driveway and finishes and cleaning up carefully after the works. Their standard of finishing has been very high. Our house looks splendid, old cracked wall render and joins have disappeared and the Andura coating is very attractive.
Bill was very responsive from initial contact and came to quote on the same day. Price agreed was very competitive. They arrived when the said they would and kept everything clean and tidy whilst working and gave us updates on what they would do each day. Work carried out to a high standard and has transformed the exterior on the house. Highly recommended.
Very pleased with all work completed on my property by Arbiter Coating the quotation was very competitive price and arrived on time Although this work is weather dependent, Bill kept me informed at all times The repair work needed was completed by Steve in one day followed by five days drying time due to the rain. The completion of the coating was carried out in one day with no mess. Well done.
Arbiter coatings have transformed the look of our house for the better. Before they worked their magic, our house was covered in 60-year-old Tyrolean rendering that was cracked and patchy. Now, the walls are crack-free, smooth, and contemporary-looking. Their price for the work was the most competitive of the three companies that quoted and the standard of work was first class. Bill and his colleagues were skilled, punctual, polite, tidy, and hard working. I would recommend them to anyone.
Rated 5.0★ — in line with the local average for decorators in Hemel Hempstead
Across 37 rated decorators in Hemel Hempstead, the typical rating is 4.9★. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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arbiter coatings has 103 public reviews, averaging 5.0 out of 5, gathered across 4 independent sources. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
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