# Ian Terry Decorators

Ian Terry Decorators is a painter / decorator in Caterham. Rated 5.0/5 from 98 public reviews across 1 review source. This is the MyTrustedTraders public-evidence profile for this trader, with independent reviews, credentials and registry data from named public sources, no ads, and no paid placement.

Trust Score: 53 out of 100 (good record, gaps to check). The score rests on rated 5.0 from 98 reviews.

## About
Painter / decorator in Caterham, Surrey.

## Public review evidence (by source)
| Source | Average rating | Reviews |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Checkatrade | No rating shown | 98 |

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.

Most recent review: 8 months ago.

## What customers consistently say
_Recurring strength themes from this trader's own reviews, each with a verbatim quote:_
- **Reliable and punctual** (Quoted from 3 reviews): "He started the work when he said he would, finished the work when he said he would" · Checkatrade, 29 Jan 2026
- **Quality of the work** (Quoted from 2 reviews): "the professionalism and quality of work was 10/10." · Checkatrade, 29 Jan 2026

## In customers' own words
_Verbatim quotes from this trader's public reviews, each attributed to its source:_
> "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!"
> Source: Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade)

> "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."
> Source: Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade)

> "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."
> Source: Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade)

## Trades
Painter / decorator

## Services they list
_Listed on public sources or the business's own website; check directly that they cover your job before you book:_
- Anti Vandal Coatings
- Door Stripping
- Exterior Painting
- Paint Sprayer
- Painting / Decorating
- Timber Restoration
- Wallpapering
- Wooden Windows Stripped / Painted

## Areas covered
_Towns and areas this trader lists serving. This is their own stated coverage, so confirm they cover your exact address before you book:_
- Caterham
- Surrey

## What we checked, and when
_What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_
- Review volume: MyTrustedTraders shows 98 public reviews on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Public listing spread: MyTrustedTraders shows 1 public listing for this trader. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Business identity: MyTrustedTraders shows public business identity data with operating status unknown. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Contact phone: MyTrustedTraders shows a public phone contact on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)

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## Credentials & sources
- Credentials shown: 0
- Companies House status: Unknown
- Evidence held from: Checkatrade
- Check dates vary by source. Where we hold a date, the check shows it.

## Before you hire a painter / decorator
_What to check when choosing this kind of trade (general guidance, not a claim about this business):_
- Look for consistent reviews across several named sources, not one polished profile.
- Check any credential evidence, and that the business details independently check out.
- Get a written quote and keep guarantee, insurance and payment terms in writing.
- Run the Cowboy Checker before you commit to anyone.

## Contact
- Phone: 07465 258635

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