Carpenter
Total Decorating
Trust score
79out of 100
Rating5.0★
Review volume169
Source diversity1 source
VerificationListed
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Verified painter / decorator in Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex.
Reviews · public evidence
What the public record says
5.0out of 5
Highlights
"Tom decorated my hall and bedroom and I am delighted with the results. He did a thorough, quick job, and has transformed nicotine stained walls and paintwork. He was very polite and helpful, discussing options with me and working with other trades to produce the best possible finish. I am looking forward to him coming back and helping me transform the rest of the house."
"Tom was excellent, painted our 2 Airbnbs to give them a freshen up. Professional and reasonable and did a great job. Would use again."
"Tom redecorated a small industrial unit for us and has worked for us before. Great person to work with and all work up to a good standard as usual. Would recommend Tom."
Detailed reviews
Tom decorated my hall and bedroom and I am delighted with the results. He did a thorough, quick job, and has transformed nicotine stained walls and paintwork. He was very polite and helpful, discussing options with me and working with other trades to produce the best possible finish. I am looking forward to him coming back and helping me transform the rest of the house.
Tom was excellent, painted our 2 Airbnbs to give them a freshen up. Professional and reasonable and did a great job. Would use again.
Tom redecorated a small industrial unit for us and has worked for us before. Great person to work with and all work up to a good standard as usual. Would recommend Tom.
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Local context
Rated 5.0★ — in line with the local average for carpenters in Shoreham-by-Sea
Across 9 rated carpenters in Shoreham-by-Sea, 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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✓Rating: 5.0★
✓Review volume: 169
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!Source diversity: 1 source
!Verification: Listed
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