# J Murphy Decorators

J Murphy Decorators is a painter / decorator in Hornchurch. Rated 5.0/5 from 113 public reviews across 1 review source. This is the MyTrustedTraders public-evidence profile — independent reviews, credentials and registry data from named public sources, with no ads and no paid placement.

Trust score: 59/100

They state they've been established since 1967, but the earliest independent source we can find is 2023. Worth asking them about the gap.

## About
Painter / decorator in Hornchurch, Greater London.

## Public review evidence (by source)
| Source | Average rating | Reviews |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Checkatrade | 5.0/5 | 113 |

_Per-source review counts may overlap — they need not sum to the 113 cross-checked total above._

Rated 5.0★ — in line with the local average for painters / decorators in Hornchurch. Across 16 painters / decorators in Hornchurch, the typical rating is 5.0★. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.

Most recent review: 3 months ago.

## In customers' own words
_Verbatim quotes from this trader's public reviews, each attributed to its source:_
> "I have employed John for over twenty years for all my decorations both interior and exterior works. John has always produced work of the highest quality. His prices are always competitive ,I have never had any problems with John’s standards. I have recommended him to family members and friends everyone who has used his services have complimented him."
> — Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade)

> "John did an excellent job. He worked to an incredibly high standard, came in and got straight to it with no time wasted. Extremely diligent and thorough throughout. John took his time and never rushed, making sure everything was done properly. No faff, no fuss – just solid, top-quality work. I would absolutely use him again and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to others."
> — Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade)

> "J Murphy decorators were polite professional and done a great job for the agreed price. I would recommend them if you’re thinking of having any painting or decorating done."
> — Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade)

## Trades
Painter / decorator

## Independent verification
_What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_
- Review volume: MTT is showing 113 public reviews on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Public listing spread: MTT is showing 1 public listing for this trader. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Business identity: MTT is showing public business identity data with operating status unknown. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Website: MTT is showing a public website for this trader. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)

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## Credentials & sources
- Credentials shown: 0
- Companies House status: unknown
- Website online since 2023 (verified via public domain registry)
- Evidence held from: Checkatrade
- Public evidence last checked May 2026

## What this business says about itself
_Self-declared on the trader's own website, not independently verified:_
- Established: 1967 (59 years in business)

## 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
- Website: https://rjmurphydecsltd.co.uk

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