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Whether you're in Peverell or Plympton, Mutley Plain or Mannamead, finding the right painter and decorator for your project in Plymouth doesn’t have to feel like a lucky dip. From full-home makeovers to quick refreshes, Checkatrade can help you connect with painters and decorators who’ve all passed up to 12 checks before they’re listed, who offer the services you need. So you can skip the guesswork and focus on paint colours instead.

Every tradesperson has their own public profile with real customer reviews, star ratings from previous customers, and photos of past work, all to help give you a better sense of who you’re hiring. Plus, you may be covered by the Checkatrade Guarantee for up to £1,000 if you book or pay through us (T&Cs apply).

So whether you're sprucing up a rental flat in Devonport or getting your forever home in Southway just right, you can search for painters and decorators working in your local area of Plymouth who are ready to help.

What to expect from hiring painters and decorators in Plymouth

Common jobs they cover:

• Interior work: painting walls, ceilings and woodwork
• Hanging wallpaper or creating feature walls
• Painting over fresh plaster or MDF
• Exterior paintwork: Fences, windows, render
• Touch-ups, repairs and end-of-tenancy redecoration

Average costs for popular painting and decorating jobs in Plymouth

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Know exactly what you need done? Use our Job Value Estimator for a quick, tailored cost estimate.

Want more detail? Read our painting and decorating cost guide.

What’s included in a typical quote:

• Prep work (filling, sanding, taping)
• Labour
• Materials (standard trade paint, brushes, etc.)
• Cleanup after the job

Things that might cost extra:

• Premium or specialist paints (Farrow & Ball, Dulux Heritage)
• Tricky surfaces like patchy plaster or bold colours
• Hard-to-reach areas (e.g. high ceilings, stairwells)

What to look for:

• Public Liability Insurance
• NVQ or City & Guilds qualifications in decorating
• Membership of trade bodies like the PDA

All trades on Checkatrade have passed our checks, and you’ll find reviews from real customers on every profile.

Ready to get started? Use Checkatrade's directory to find checked painting and decorating services in Plymouth.

How long does a job take?

• One room: 1 - 2 days
• Full house: 1 - 2 weeks, depending on size and spec

Painters and decorators in Plymouth: Homeowners vs renters

If you own your home

Decorating decisions are down to you. You won’t need permission for interior work, but if your property is listed or in a conservation area, check with your local council before painting the exterior.

If you rent

Speak to your landlord before picking up a paintbrush. Most contracts ask for permission, especially if you’re going for bold colours or wallpaper. The good news? If it’s basic maintenance, they may even cover the cost.

Emergency painters and decorators in Plymouth

Need help fast? Whether it’s water-damaged ceilings or unexpected touch-ups before a property viewing, find urgent painting or decorating services in Plymouth or use our request a quote tool for a quick callback.

Find a painter and decorator for the job you need in Plymouth

You’ll find decorators in Plymouth for:

• Interior work painting
• Kitchen painting
• Skirting boards, door frames and trims
• Wallpaper hanging or removal
• Feature walls
• Exterior decorating
• Painting fresh plaster
• Commercial decorating
• Full room or house makeovers
• End-of-tenancy refreshes

Use Checkatrade’s directory to find painting and decorating services near you, or try our request a quote tool to hear directly from painters and decorators in Plymouth.

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