“Brien was incredibly efficient and the quality of the work was fantastic”
Public evidence profile · Checked March 2026
General Decor
Review quality
No reviews in 12 months
Trust Score
34out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 104 reviews
Newest review October 2024
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume104
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say21.4 of 60
Independent checks7 of 30
Track record5.1 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
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Across all 104 reviews on Rated People
5 stars99
4 stars3
3 stars0
2 stars1
1 star1
Where these reviews are published
- Rated People104 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“Brien and Martin have done a brilliant job redecorating the village hall throughout. They are efficient, reliable and trustworthy with a strong work ethic, arriving promptly every day (including the weekend) and completing the job well within the time required. Friendly and professional , they have been a delight to work with, keeping me informed before the job started and during the work. I cannot recommend them highly enough . Thank you”
“High quality painting and exceptionally quick - highly recommend”
Detailed reviews
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Internal Painting & Decorating
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for painters / decorators in Southsea
Across 16 painters / decorators in Southsea, 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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Public evidence last checked March 2026
About
We are experts in all forms of painting with over 35 years experience in the field. References below from previous customers show the level of satisfaction i aim to obtain from every job & the high standards of finish that are achieved. All estimates are free with no hidden extras. *No estimates are provided without viewing the job first*
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Common questions about General Decor
Is General Decor a legitimate business?
General Decor has 104 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 General Decor?
General Decor has 104 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know General Decor's reviews are genuine?
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How long has General Decor been trading?
General Decor has been reviewed on public sources since 2023.