“Liam and his team were nothing short of excellent. The job was completed to an excellent standard and Liam would respond positively to any concerns that I had. He adapted to my needs as they arose and is an all-round top bloke. Asked him to quote me for two more rooms and I hope to have him back soon. His pricing is very competitive and his work is top notch. I would happily recommend him to friends and family! Thanks, Liam!”
Public evidence profile
LAF Decorating
Companies House
Active incorporated business
Trust Score
48out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 27 reviews
- Reviewed 8 months ago
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume27
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say31.4 of 60
Independent checks11.2 of 30
Track record5.2 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 details4.1 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
- Checkatrade27 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“We are exceptionally pleased with Liam & his team, who painted our cottage. Very professional, punctual, clean & tidy workers. They worked really hard on one of the hottest days & detailing was superb. Would thoroughly recommend them & would definitely be using them again. Once again Thankyou all for your hard work. 👏👏👏”
“Have used LAF a few times now. Cannot fault their professionalism, attention to detail, reliability and courteousness. Would have no hesitation recommending them.”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for LAF Decorating, including the highlights above. The 27 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
Liam and his team were nothing short of excellent. The job was completed to an excellent standard and Liam would respond positively to any concerns that I had. He adapted to my needs as they arose and is an all-round top bloke. Asked him to quote me for two more rooms and I hope to have him back soon. His pricing is very competitive and his work is top notch. I would happily recommend him to friends and family! Thanks, Liam!
We are exceptionally pleased with Liam & his team, who painted our cottage. Very professional, punctual, clean & tidy workers. They worked really hard on one of the hottest days & detailing was superb. Would thoroughly recommend them & would definitely be using them again. Once again Thankyou all for your hard work. 👏👏👏
Have used LAF a few times now. Cannot fault their professionalism, attention to detail, reliability and courteousness. Would have no hesitation recommending them.
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for painters / decorators in Clacton-on-Sea
Across 9 painters / decorators in Clacton-on-Sea, the typical rating is 5.0 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Companies House registration
ActiveActive incorporated business
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Legal nameLAF Decorating
Company number17055898
Incorporated
Registered activityPainting & decorating
Run by1 director (longest-serving director appointed in 2026)
Official checkOn the public register
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About
Painter / decorator in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex.
Services they list
Anti Vandal CoatingsDoor StrippingExterior PaintingPaint SprayerPainting / DecoratingTimber RestorationWallpaperingWooden Windows Stripped / Painted
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Areas served
Clacton-on-SeaEssex
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Common questions about LAF Decorating
Is LAF Decorating a legitimate business?
LAF Decorating has 27 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. It is a registered business on Companies House, listed as active, and the public register shows no adverse status (no dissolution, insolvency or strike-off) against it. 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 LAF Decorating?
LAF Decorating has 27 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 LAF Decorating's reviews are genuine?
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Is LAF Decorating a registered business?
LAF Decorating is a registered business on Companies House (company number 17055898), incorporated 25 Feb 2026, listed as active. This confirms the legal registration of the business, not evidence of workmanship or service quality.
What does LAF Decorating specialise in?
LAF Decorating 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.