Where Can I Find a Local Painter & Decorator
The DIY trend of the 80’s and 90’s was nearly the death of the local painter and decorator, but these skilled tradespeople are in high demand again. There was a time when every UK town and city had several B&Q, Homebase and other huge stores stacked with paint, wallpaper, tools, tiles and everything else you might need for a home improvement project. But access to the materials is just the start – you need experience and skills to produce a professional finish! Yes there’s a feeling of self-satisfaction when you complete a DIY project, but there can also be the stress, cost and embarrassment of having to bring in a professional to ‘make good’ something you’ve started!
If you hire the services of a reputable local painter and decorator you can rest assured you’ll get the outcome you want. It may cost a little more than taking on the work yourself, but think of it as an investment in your home and consider the value for money you can get from an experienced tradesperson. They can advise you on the best way to tackle a project, offer ideas on colour schemes, materials and finishes and they’ve have the tools to do the work. They’ll also have access to trade discounts, and will have stock of commonly used things like white gloss paint. Buying materials at retail prices and hiring tools all add to the cost of a DIY project. You also need to think about the price you put on your own time. If you’re busy working all week do you really want to spend weekends up to your arms in paint!
Finding a reliable local painter and decorator has been made easier thanks to the launch of Registered. The team behind this new online directory for tradespersons mean in a few clicks you can find the best local builders, plumbers, plasterers, handymen, carpet fitters and hundreds more. Unlike some directories Registered works by invitation only. The team carry out rigorous checks on all businesses before listing them, including that they carry the necessary insurances to protect you as a homeowner. The founder of Registered took his first consumer protection business into the BBC Dragons' Den and convinced serial entrepreneur Peter Jones to invest, so you’re in safe hands when you use the service.
The Registered website has a unique feature to help you find a local painter and decorator or other tradesman. Simply enter your location and it will highlight the nearest approved local tradesperson to meet your needs.