Ian came over to give a quote, he was on time, polite and honest. He started the work when he said he would, finished the work when he said he would and the professionalism and quality of work was 10/10. I would highly recommend, you will struggle to find a more fair, hard working decorator. I will be using Ian again for sure!
Public evidence profile
Ian Terry Decorators
Trust Score
53out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 98 reviews
- Reviewed 8 months ago
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume98
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say40.9 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
- Checkatrade98 reviews
Detailed reviews
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Ian organized everything including the scaffolding, carpenter and the portaloo. He did exactly what he said he would do and was on site when he said he would be. The newly painted eves ans pip work look lovely.
We recently had our hallway and staircase painted by Ian and his colleague Peter, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. They were an absolute pleasure to have in our home, efficient, fuss-free, and incredibly professional from start to finish. Both Ian and Peter were kind, punctual, and communicated clearly throughout the job. They worked with care and attention to detail, and their patience with our very inquisitive small children was so appreciated! The space looks fresh and beautifully finished. Highly recommend them and would definitely work with them again.
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for painters / decorators in Caterham
Across 7 painters / decorators in Caterham, 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. Analysis updated 24 Aug 2026.
“He started the work when he said he would, finished the work when he said he would” · Checkatrade, 29 Jan 2026
“was on site when he said he would be.” · Checkatrade, 9 Oct 2025
“Both Ian and Peter were kind, punctual, and communicated clearly throughout the job.” · Checkatrade, 26 Jul 2025
“the professionalism and quality of work was 10/10.” · Checkatrade, 29 Jan 2026
“The newly painted eves ans pip work look lovely.” · Checkatrade, 9 Oct 2025
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About
Painter / decorator in Caterham, Surrey.
Services they list
Anti Vandal CoatingsDoor StrippingExterior PaintingPaint SprayerPainting / DecoratingTimber RestorationWallpaperingWooden Windows Stripped / Painted
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CaterhamSurrey
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Is Ian Terry Decorators a legitimate business?
Ian Terry Decorators has 98 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 Ian Terry Decorators?
Ian Terry Decorators has 98 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 Ian Terry Decorators specialise in?
Ian Terry 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.