“Joseph was my decorator, he plastered my ceiling and decorated my spare bedroom, he works neatl and tidy, clearing up at the end of the day. Im so chuffed with end result and I would have no hesitation recommending Addison decoraters.”
Public evidence profile
Addison Decorating
Credentials & registries
TrustATrader Approved
Trust Score
55out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 36 reviews across 2 review sources
- 3 reviews in the last 12 months
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume36
Independent sources2 independent public sources
Credentials1 credential shown
How this score is made up
What customers say36 of 60
Independent checks12.1 of 30
Track record6.6 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0.8 of 8.3
- Ways to reach them8.3 of 8.3
- Reviewed on more than one site3.1 of 6.2
- Registered company details0 of 4.1
- Photos of their work0 of 2.1
- Industry recognition0 of 1
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What customers say
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5.0out of 5
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Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade30 reviews · 5.0 avg
- TrustATrader6 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“Fantastic job and service from the guys at Addison decorating. They gave us helpful advise from the start and kept us upto date throughout the whole project. Super friendly and a pleasure to deal with. Will definitely be using them again. Thanks!”
“Wonderful company and staff (family run) who didn’t just come in and quote but explained our options and give their recommendations based on our property being grade 2 listed. The team arrived on time every day , took their rubbish away and went the extra mile when I changed my mind. Would 100% work with them again and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to friends/family (Infact I have already have with 3 people one being my elderly mother)”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for Addison Decorating, including the highlights above. The 36 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
This company have done a lot of work for me. They are punctual, polite, their workmanship is excellent, and they get on with the job quickly and efficiently, they are tidy and remove the rubbish too. I will never use anyone else.
From the moment I contacted Addison Decorating it was clear I was dealing with a team that genuinely cares about their craft. This family-run decorating team are professional, friendly, reliable and passionately committed to providing a first class service. Whether it was restoring tired woodwork, repairing in line with our listed building status, painting or wallpapering, the craftsmanship is flawless. Communication was clear and timely, and every member of the team is always happy to answer any questions and advise for best results. Together with meticulous attention to detail, the team are a joy to have around - always cheerful, polite, respectful and clearly dedicated to what they do. Exceeded all expectations. Highly recommend.
They gave me great advice and guidance in having my living room painted. They was patient and understood I wanted it just right, helping me to matching the exact colours etc. They had lots of prep work to do but they were very tidy. I would totally recommend this company
We had our entire home re decorated. From the moment they first walked through the door, their experience and workmanship exceeded our initial expectations. They were very co operative with working whilst in our home, leaving our home clean and tidy throughout the process. Through a stressful time in our lives trying to navigate how to have the work completed whilst living there, they made the whole process seem like a breeze.
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for painters / decorators in Braintree
Across 7 painters / decorators in Braintree, the typical rating is 5.0 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Credentials and associations
1Credentials and memberships
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- Source checked
- 26 Jun 2026
Sources
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About
Addison Decorating has been vetted and approved by TrustATrader. Covering East of England
Services they list
Anti Vandal CoatingsArtexingCovingDoor StrippingDry LiningExterior PaintingFlat CeilingsInsulated RenderingK RendLath PlasteringLime PlasteringMonocouche Rendering
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Areas served
BraintreeEssex
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What this business says about itself
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What this business says about itself
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- Areas served: East, England
- Good to know: Free quotes · Family-run
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Independent checks
About this business
Recently reviewed3 reviews in the last 12 months.
Website online sinceTheir website domain has been registered since 2022, according to the public domain registry. This dates the website, not necessarily the business.
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Common questions about Addison Decorating
Is Addison Decorating a legitimate business?
Addison Decorating has 36 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5, gathered and cross-checked across 2 review sources. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about Addison Decorating?
Addison Decorating has 36 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5, gathered across 2 review sources. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know Addison Decorating's reviews are genuine?
Addison Decorating's 36 public reviews are gathered and cross-checked across 2 review sources. Reviews spread across several review sources are harder to fake than a single polished page. MyTrustedTraders brings this public evidence together with no ads and no paid placement: we show where every review came from rather than selling rankings, so you can weigh the evidence for yourself.
Has Addison Decorating had recent public reviews?
Addison Decorating has 3 public reviews dated within the last 12 months. That shows their review history includes recent feedback; it does not prove current availability, so confirm capacity before hiring.
Is Addison Decorating qualified and accredited?
We hold 1 independently sourced credential for Addison Decorating, including TrustATrader Approved. Each is attributed to the body that issued it in the credentials section. For example, TrustATrader Approved is TrustATrader's approved badge: awarded after it vets the trader's identity and background.
What does Addison Decorating specialise in?
Addison Decorating lists specialist services including Anti Vandal Coatings, Artexing, Coving, Door Stripping, Dry Lining, Exterior Painting. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
What areas does Addison Decorating cover?
They state on their own website that they cover East, England. This is the business's own statement on their website, not something we have independently checked. Confirm they cover your postcode before booking.
When was Addison Decorating's website registered?
Addison Decorating's website has been online since 2022, according to the public domain registry. This dates the website, not necessarily when the business began trading.