We feel incredibly fortunate to have found Umar. From the very beginning he treated our home as if it were his own. His dedication, work ethic and pride in his craft are genuinely rare. He worked tirelessly and with great care, especially on our bathroom flooring, taking his time to apply the sealant properly and ensure a flawless finish. He never rushed a single detail. What stood out most was his patience and calm approach, even when things required extra time and precision. Umar went far beyond what we expected. He custom-made a skirting board to make sure everything looked perfect rather
Public evidence profile
Shirley Builders
Trust Score
38out of 100
- Rated 4.9 from 13 reviews
- Reviewed 5 months ago
How this score is worked out
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volumeLow · 13
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say25.4 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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4.9out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade13 reviews
Detailed reviews
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Did a great job decorating and was friendly and professional
Local context
Rated 4.9, in line with the local average for painters / decorators in Croydon
Across 88 painters / decorators in Croydon, 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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About
Painter / decorator in Croydon, Surrey.
Services they list
Exterior PaintingPaint SprayerPainting / Decorating
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Areas served
CroydonSurrey
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Common questions about Shirley Builders
Is Shirley Builders a legitimate business?
Shirley Builders has 13 independent public reviews, rated 4.9 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 If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.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 Shirley Builders?
Shirley Builders has 13 public reviews, averaging 4.9 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know Shirley Builders' reviews are genuine?
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What does Shirley Builders specialise in?
Shirley Builders lists specialist services including Exterior Painting, Paint Sprayer, Painting / Decorating. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.