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Painter and decorator — Professionals

Painting leads are a good fit when the provider can match the substrate, finish standard, access and programme. Providers should request measurements and photographs, distinguish decorative work from underlying repair, and explain preparation, protection, drying time and materials in a way the customer can compare.

Service scope

Painting and decorating services cover preparation and finishing of interior or exterior surfaces, including walls, ceilings, woodwork and facades. Quality and workload depend heavily on the existing surface, preparation required, access, finish specification and number of coats.

What is normally included

  • Painting walls and ceilings
  • Removing or hanging wallpaper
  • Filling, sanding and priming surfaces
  • Painting or coating exterior facades
  • Painting doors, trim and other joinery

What is not included

  • Structural repair of damaged walls
  • Specialist hazardous-coating removal
  • Major damp remediation before decoration

Qualification checks

  • Confirm surfaces, areas and approximate dimensions
  • Review photographs of defects and existing coatings
  • Clarify preparation and repair expectations
  • Confirm finish, colours and material responsibility
  • Assess access, height and weather exposure for exterior work

Quote guidance

Break the quote into preparation, coating and material assumptions where practical. State whether furniture moving, masking, wallpaper removal, repairs, scaffolding or specialist primers are included. The customer should be able to see why a heavily prepared surface costs more than a simple refresh.

Lead risks

  • Hidden damp or loose coatings can expand preparation
  • Customer expectations for finish quality may be undefined
  • Exterior schedules can move because of weather or access

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