“Ian came to decorate my living room. Ian clearly explained the work needed , arrived always on time and left room tidy after. He worked to a high standard and I was very pleased with the finished room. Would definitely recommend”
Public evidence profile · Checked March 2026
Ian Tomsett Painting & Decorating Services
Trust Score
53out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 94 reviews
- Reviewed 10 months ago
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume94
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say40.6 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
- Checkatrade94 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
Detailed reviews
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Ian came to decorate my living room. Ian clearly explained the work needed , arrived always on time and left room tidy after. He worked to a high standard and I was very pleased with the finished room. Would definitely recommend
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for painters / decorators in Horsham
Across 22 painters / decorators in Horsham, the typical rating is 4.9 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.
Respectful and tidy in your home: “he was very clean & tidy.” · Checkatrade
“arrived always on time” · Checkatrade, 10 Oct 2025
“He is punctual” · Checkatrade
Sources
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Public evidence last checked March 2026
About
Painter / decorator in Horsham, West Sussex.
Services they list
Anti Vandal CoatingsDoor StrippingExterior PaintingPaint SprayerPainting / DecoratingTimber Resin RepairsTimber RestorationWallpaperingWooden Windows Stripped / Painted
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Areas served
HorshamWest Sussex
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Common questions about Ian Tomsett Painting & Decorating Services
Is Ian Tomsett Painting & Decorating Services a legitimate business?
Ian Tomsett Painting & Decorating Services has 94 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 Tomsett Painting & Decorating Services?
Ian Tomsett Painting & Decorating Services has 94 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 Ian Tomsett Painting & Decorating Services' reviews are genuine?
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What does Ian Tomsett Painting & Decorating Services specialise in?
Ian Tomsett Painting & Decorating Services lists specialist services including Anti Vandal Coatings, Door Stripping, Exterior Painting, Paint Sprayer, Painting / Decorating, Timber Resin Repairs. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.