“Couldn't ask for better decorators! A really reasonable quote for full 2 bed flat decorating, and were really accommodating when I had some issues with plaster on the ceiling and had to work around other trades. Aron, Gary and Erin were punctual, kept me updated throughout the job and very tidy. They were very respectful of noise when I worked from home and I am very impressed with the work done and would recommend. 10/10, thank you!”
Public evidence profile
AJ Cook Painter & Decorator
Trust Score
48out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 48 reviews
- Reviewed 5 months ago
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume48
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say35.6 of 60
Independent checks7 of 30
Track record5 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 8.3
- Ways to reach them7 of 8.3
- Reviewed on more than one site0 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
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade48 reviews
Highlights
“Aron came to the house to see the job. I immediately felt comfortable with him. He had good ideas and nothing was too much trouble. He and his father worked with care, were very calm, answered all my questions and were methodical in their approach to the project. It had been completed it to a very high standard. I felt comfortable with them in the house and was able to leave them alone to continue working. I love my new room and can't wait to furnish it. Thank you so much, I look forward to doing more work for me in the near future.”
“Aj Cook carried out painting/decoration work in our master bedroom. The work was completed on schedule and to a high standard, with a minimum of fuss. We were kept informed of the work's progress throughout by Aron, which was consistent with his professional approach; recommended.”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for AJ Cook Painter & Decorator, including the highlights above. The 48 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
Couldn't ask for better decorators! A really reasonable quote for full 2 bed flat decorating, and were really accommodating when I had some issues with plaster on the ceiling and had to work around other trades. Aron, Gary and Erin were punctual, kept me updated throughout the job and very tidy. They were very respectful of noise when I worked from home and I am very impressed with the work done and would recommend. 10/10, thank you!
Aron came to the house to see the job. I immediately felt comfortable with him. He had good ideas and nothing was too much trouble. He and his father worked with care, were very calm, answered all my questions and were methodical in their approach to the project. It had been completed it to a very high standard. I felt comfortable with them in the house and was able to leave them alone to continue working. I love my new room and can't wait to furnish it. Thank you so much, I look forward to doing more work for me in the near future.
Aj Cook carried out painting/decoration work in our master bedroom. The work was completed on schedule and to a high standard, with a minimum of fuss. We were kept informed of the work's progress throughout by Aron, which was consistent with his professional approach; recommended.
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for painters / decorators in Welwyn Garden City
Across 15 painters / decorators in Welwyn Garden City, the typical rating is 5.0 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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What customers consistently say
Recurring themes from 3 customer reviews on Checkatrade.
“Aron, Gary and Erin were punctual” · Checkatrade, 1 Mar 2026
“The work was completed on schedule” · Checkatrade, 2 Apr 2025
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About
Painter / decorator in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire.
Services they list
Anti Vandal CoatingsDoor StrippingExterior PaintingPaint SprayerPainting / DecoratingTimber Resin RepairsTimber RestorationWall MuralsWallpaperingWooden Windows Stripped / Painted
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Areas served
HertfordshireWelwyn Garden City
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Is AJ Cook Painter & Decorator a legitimate business?
AJ Cook Painter & Decorator has 48 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. 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 AJ Cook Painter & Decorator?
AJ Cook Painter & Decorator has 48 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
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What does AJ Cook Painter & Decorator specialise in?
AJ Cook Painter & Decorator lists specialist services including Anti Vandal Coatings, Door Stripping, Exterior Painting, Paint Sprayer, Painting / Decorating, Timber Resin Repairs. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
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