“Tom decorated my hall and bedroom and I am delighted with the results. He did a thorough, quick job, and has transformed nicotine stained walls and paintwork. He was very polite and helpful, discussing options with me and working with other trades to produce the best possible finish. I am looking forward to him coming back and helping me transform the rest of the house.”
Public evidence profile
Total Decorating
Trust Score
57out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 169 reviews
- 3 reviews in the last 12 months
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume169
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say44.8 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
- Checkatrade169 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“Tom was excellent, painted our 2 Airbnbs to give them a freshen up. Professional and reasonable and did a great job. Would use again.”
“Tom redecorated a small industrial unit for us and has worked for us before. Great person to work with and all work up to a good standard as usual. Would recommend Tom.”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for Total Decorating, including the highlights above. The 169 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
Tom decorated my hall and bedroom and I am delighted with the results. He did a thorough, quick job, and has transformed nicotine stained walls and paintwork. He was very polite and helpful, discussing options with me and working with other trades to produce the best possible finish. I am looking forward to him coming back and helping me transform the rest of the house.
Tom was excellent, painted our 2 Airbnbs to give them a freshen up. Professional and reasonable and did a great job. Would use again.
Tom redecorated a small industrial unit for us and has worked for us before. Great person to work with and all work up to a good standard as usual. Would recommend Tom.
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for painters / decorators in Shoreham-by-Sea
Across 5 painters / decorators in Shoreham-by-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.
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What customers consistently say
Recurring themes from 3 customer reviews on Checkatrade.
“I am delighted with the results.” · Checkatrade, 11 Dec 2025
“all work up to a good standard as usual.” · Checkatrade, 19 Sept 2025
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About
Painter / decorator in Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex.
Services they list
Anti Vandal CoatingsDoor StrippingExterior PaintingPaint SprayerPainting / DecoratingTimber RestorationWall MuralsWallpaperingWooden Windows Stripped / Painted
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Areas served
Shoreham-by-SeaWest Sussex
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Recently reviewed3 reviews in the last 12 months.
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Common questions about Total Decorating
Is Total Decorating a legitimate business?
Total Decorating has 169 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 Total Decorating?
Total Decorating has 169 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 Total Decorating's reviews are genuine?
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Has Total Decorating had recent public reviews?
Total Decorating has 3 public reviews dated within the last 12 months. That shows their review history includes recent feedback; it does not prove current availability, so confirm capacity before hiring.
What does Total Decorating specialise in?
Total 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.