Dave brakes decorating
Earl Shilton Leicester, Leicestershire
Checkatrade member since November 2025
Services
- Door Stripping
- Exterior Painting
- Painting / Decorating
- Timber Restoration
- Wallpapering
- Wooden Windows Stripped / Painted
Customer Reviews
Write a review9.98 /10
Based on 22 reviews over the past 12 months
Quality of work
10
Reliability
10
Communication
9.95
Reviews (22)
10 Highly recommend
Posted 5 days ago
Job location: LE9Dave did some wallpapering and painting for us recently and we are really happy with his work. He filled holes, sanded walls & did everything to a high standard. Highly recommend and will be using again in the future.10 Excellent!
Posted 10 February
Highly recommended. The work was completed to a really high standard. Tidy, neat, and finished perfectly. Everything was done on time, exactly as promised, and with great attention to detail. Professional, punctual, and a pleasure to have in the house.Verified reviewerJob location: LE69.67 Wallpaper stripping - Ceiling
Posted 09 February
Dave was very tidy and thorough in his work and did an excellent job.Verified reviewerJob location: LE1210 Fabulous Painter
Posted 01 February
Dave was highly professional and his quality of workmanship was second to none. He is meticulous and leaves your home in a clean and tidy manner.Verified reviewerJob location: LE910 No1 Decorator
Posted 22 January
Job location: LE9He was so professional. Came fracked on with his task and left, tidied after himself and I can’t recommend him enough10 Great work and great communication.
Posted 21 January
Job location: LE9Dave recently did some painting for us. From start of contact to finished job Dave was spot on with communication. Fantastic work rate and very clean and tidy. Will definitely be using Dave again for any future painting and decorating.
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Company Info
Owner
Mr David Brakes
Sole Trader
1 years on Checkatrade
VAT Registered
No
Hi, I’m Dave, the owner of Dave Brakes Decorating, a professional painter and decorator based in Leicester.
I have a nvq level 2 and over 25 years experience in the trade, I provide reliable, high-quality residential and commercial painting and decorating services, working with homeowners, landlords, letting agents, and businesses across Leicester and surrounding areas.
I pride myself on being tidy, punctual, and detail-focused, with careful preparation and a high standard of finish on every job — whether it’s a single room, a full property, or a commercial space.
Services include:
- Interior & exterior painting
- Residential & commercial decorating
- Rental & refurbishment work
- Offices, shops, and commercial units
Why choose Dave Brakes Decorating:
- Local Leicester decorator
- Fully insured
- Clean, respectful, and reliable
- Clear pricing and honest advice
- Free, no-obligation quotes
Much of my work comes from repeat customers and recommendations, and I aim to provide a service you’d be happy to recommend.
If you’re looking for a dependable painter and decorator in Leicester, I’d be happy to provide a free quote and discuss your project.
Kind regards,
Dave Brakes
Dave Brakes Decorating 🎨
📍 Leicester & surrounding areas
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