“We are very happy with the work Dorking Decorators did repainting our external woodwork this Spring, especially since the job included some awkward and difficult to access parts of the property. The initial estimate, scheduling, and job itself were carried out with courtesy, professionalism, and good communication throughout and we would not hesitate to use them again.”
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Dorking Decorators
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Trust Score
67out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 188 reviews
- 4 reviews in the last 12 months
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume188
Independent sources2 independent public sources
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say45.6 of 60
Independent checks11.2 of 30
Track record10 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 details4.1 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
- Checkatrade188 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“Another excellent decorating job by Marcus and Ollie who are professional and friendly .I would highly recommend them”
“Marcus was helpful and prompt with his advice and quote. Ollie painted our kitchen before and this time he did our hallway, he was friendly, polite, fast worker and always cleaned and tidied up at the end of day. The painting he did was second to none and I would highly recommend Dorking Decorators.”
Detailed reviews
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We are very happy with the work Dorking Decorators did repainting our external woodwork this Spring, especially since the job included some awkward and difficult to access parts of the property. The initial estimate, scheduling, and job itself were carried out with courtesy, professionalism, and good communication throughout and we would not hesitate to use them again.
We are very happy with the work Dorking Decorators did repainting our external woodwork this Spring, especially since the job included some awkward and difficult to access parts of the property. The initial estimate, scheduling, and job itself were carried out with courtesy, professionalism, and good communication throughout and we would not hesitate to use them again.
Another excellent decorating job by Marcus and Ollie who are professional and friendly .I would highly recommend them
Marcus was helpful and prompt with his advice and quote. Ollie painted our kitchen before and this time he did our hallway, he was friendly, polite, fast worker and always cleaned and tidied up at the end of day. The painting he did was second to none and I would highly recommend Dorking Decorators.
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for painters / decorators in Dorking
Across 8 painters / decorators in Dorking, the typical rating is 5.0 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Companies House registration
ActiveCompany status needs a careful check
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The linked company files dormant (non-trading) accounts at Companies House (2025).
The linked company files dormant (non-trading) accounts at Companies House (2025).
Legal nameDorking Decorators
Company number09522653
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Registered activityPainting & decorating
Run by1 director (longest-serving director appointed in 2015)
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About
Painter / decorator in Dorking, Surrey.
Services they list
Anti Vandal CoatingsDoor StrippingExterior PaintingPaint SprayerPainting / DecoratingTimber RestorationWallpaperingWooden Windows Stripped / Painted
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DorkingSurrey
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Recently reviewed4 reviews in the last 12 months.
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Is Dorking Decorators a legitimate business?
Dorking Decorators has 188 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. Its registration on Companies House currently needs a careful check (The linked company files dormant (non-trading) accounts at Companies House (2025).), so weigh the reviews alongside that. 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 Dorking Decorators?
Dorking Decorators has 188 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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Has Dorking Decorators had recent public reviews?
Dorking Decorators has 4 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 Dorking Decorators a registered business?
Dorking Decorators appears on Companies House (company number 09522653), but its registration status needs a careful check. Worth checking: The linked company files dormant (non-trading) accounts at Companies House (2025).. This confirms the legal registration of the business, not evidence of workmanship or service quality.
What does Dorking Decorators specialise in?
Dorking Decorators lists specialist services including Anti Vandal Coatings, Door Stripping, Exterior Painting, Paint Sprayer, Painting / Decorating, Timber Restoration. 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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