What to Look for When Hiring Painters and Decorators in London
A due-diligence checklist to hire painters and decorators in London without vague scopes, hidden extras, or quality surprises.
In our experience, most painting disputes start before the first brushstroke. If you're hiring painters and decorators in London, your goal is to remove ambiguity from scope, materials and completion standards.
Questions to Ask Every Contractor
- What exact prep is included in each room/surface?
- Which primer and topcoat systems are specified?
- How is snagging handled and when is it signed off?
- Who is the day-to-day project contact?
Red Flags in “Cheap” Quotes
Watch for line items like “make good where needed” with no detail, unknown paint systems, or no mention of protection/cleanup. These are common sources of variation charges and quality disputes.
How to Compare Quotes Properly
Build a side-by-side matrix: prep depth, materials, manpower, duration, handover. Do not compare only the total number. The best value usually comes from the clearest scope, not the lowest headline price.
You can benchmark real outcomes in our portfolio projects and request your own written scope via free quote.
