“Holmes Decorators have carried out two jobs for us so far, the kitchen and exterior of the house. Their work is excellent: they are professional and reliable. They are also polite and friendly, We highly recommend them.”
Public evidence profile
Holmes Decorating
Trust Score
45out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 32 reviews
- Reviewed 11 months ago
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume32
Independent sources2 independent public sources
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say32.6 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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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade32 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“Charlie and his team are excellent. Preparation is second to none so the final result is extremely crisp! Care is taken with all that they do and the cleaning up each day is a real bonus. Communication is also very good. I would highly recommend Holmes Decorating.”
“We’ve used these guys before and as always, they are just perfect. Always on time, pinpoint accurate and attention to detail is exemplary”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for Holmes Decorating, including the highlights above. The 32 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
Holmes Decorators have carried out two jobs for us so far, the kitchen and exterior of the house. Their work is excellent: they are professional and reliable. They are also polite and friendly, We highly recommend them.
Charlie and his team are excellent. Preparation is second to none so the final result is extremely crisp! Care is taken with all that they do and the cleaning up each day is a real bonus. Communication is also very good. I would highly recommend Holmes Decorating.
We’ve used these guys before and as always, they are just perfect. Always on time, pinpoint accurate and attention to detail is exemplary
Local context
Rated 5.0, above the local average for painters / decorators in Sudbury
Across 8 painters / decorators in Sudbury, the typical rating is 4.8 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
What this trader's customers report about their jobs, in their own words.
Customers who keep coming back: “Holmes Decorators have carried out two jobs for us so far” · Checkatrade, 8 Sept 2025
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About
Painter / decorator in Sudbury.
Services they list
Anti Vandal CoatingsDoor StrippingExterior PaintingPaint SprayerPainting / DecoratingSpecialist Paint EffectsTimber Resin RepairsTimber RestorationWall MuralsWallpaperingWooden Windows Stripped / Painted
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Areas served
Sudbury
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Common questions about Holmes Decorating
Is Holmes Decorating a legitimate business?
Holmes Decorating has 32 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 Holmes Decorating?
Holmes Decorating has 32 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 Holmes Decorating's reviews are genuine?
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What does Holmes Decorating specialise in?
Holmes Decorating lists specialist services including Anti Vandal Coatings, Door Stripping, Exterior Painting, Paint Sprayer, Painting / Decorating, Specialist Paint Effects. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.