James Seaward Painting and Decorating
Chessington, Surrey
Checkatrade member since February 201310
Customer Reviews
Write a review9.9 /10
Based on 9 reviews over the past 12 months
Quality of work
9.67
Reliability
10
Communication
10
Reviews (170)
10 Great all round decorator- definitely recommend
Posted 28 May
Great decorator- completely transformed my sons bedroom- re lining, painting and putting up a wall of mural wallpaper. James was happy to advise on colours when asked for opinions, checked in on what fitting holes were still needed/ needed to be filled, and generally had a good eye for detail. Arrived on time every day and was clear in how long the job would take.Verified reviewerJob location: KT310 painted conservatory woodwork
Posted 27 May
Job location: KT10An excellent decorator who I'd thoroughly recommend. Jim is always reliable and has done a fantastic job for us on many occasions.10 Redecorating a bedroom.
Posted 27 May
A really good experience. Jim was reliable, very pleasant and helpful. Excellent time keeping, very hard working. Work done to a high standard. I will definitely ask him to do more work for me and would highly recommend him.Verified reviewerJob location: KT110 Painting stairs walls and woodwork
Posted 07 March
Jim did a great job painting the stairwell and also fixing a few other items in the house. He was pleasant to have working in the house and worked around our busy household.Verified reviewerJob location: KT610 Retired
Posted 17 February
Job location: KT2Our hall and stairs in our three storey house plus a bathroom. The bathroom had water damage on the ceiling which was especially dealt with. Every day at completion of work the whole area was vacuumed and left tidy. A big thing in our view is that pictures etc are re'hung by Jim. His work is very good and he has an engaging personality. Highly recommended.9 Complete repainting of entire house . , 6 rooms plus stairs and landing
Posted 06 February
Jim is a very friendly , enthusiastic and organised decorator . Punctual , and we thought competitive pricing . He repaired broken floorboards to help with recarpeting . The 7 score is because we didn’t feel the eye for detail was perfect . Most radiators were paint marked , paint specks on sanitary ware and wooden floors and one door partially brushed down the side . In fairness Jim did offer to come back and make good but I decided to do the work myself . Perhaps in hindsight , lesson for me and him , is to schedule a snag visit post work when proper time for inspection has passed .Verified reviewerJob location: KT6
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Owner
Mr James Seaward
Sole Trader
12 years on Checkatrade
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No
I have worked in Painting & Decorating for over 35 years, both in commercial and private sectors. I am fully qualified with a City & Guilds Craft certificate.
I take great pride in my work and with my experience I can advise clients on colour schemes, textures and finishes for internal decoration only.
I also have an excellent knowledge of interior design, having worked with accredited designers and builders. I have also worked within the film industry working on film sets within film studios.
My experience covers working in the commercial field, decorating restaurants, offices and shops.
The most important element of decorating for me is that my clients are happy with the finished result, you’re only as good as your last job. Please note I DO NOT DO EXTERIOR Work.
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