Graham Costin

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12 Florence Walk
Dereham
Norfolk
NR19 1XG

Painter & Decorator

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Tel 01362 690886
Mobile 07861 231536

Listed under: Painters & Decorators / Painting & Decorating

100% recommended Rating 9.8/100
61 reviews since 2010

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating	9.8 /10
Based on 61 reviews since 2010

Quality	9.8/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	9.8/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	9.9/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	9.8/10
The price represents value for money

Recent Reviews

" Would highly recommend. Very neat, tidy and considerate. Very pleased with the quality of the decoration. Extremely happy. " more

" Graham and Richard did a superb job. They were extremely professional and their work was of a very high standard." more

" Excellent work and extremely clean and tidy. " more

" Fantastic job Graham has done for us. Friendly, on time hard working. Nothing was too much trouble. Very professional. " more

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Review 26 Feb 2019 Recommended by customer in IP22 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

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Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Painting kitchen.

"Would highly recommend.
Very neat, tidy and considerate. Very pleased with the quality of the decoration.
Extremely happy. "

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Review 14 Dec 2018 Recommended by customer in NR17 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Decoration of living room.

"Graham and Richard did a superb job. They were extremely professional and their work was of a very high standard."

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Review 24 Oct 2018 Recommended by customer in NR13 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

My hall, landing, stairs and cloak room.

"Excellent work and extremely clean and tidy. "

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Review 14 May 2018 Recommended by customer in NR19 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Internal decoration to kitchen.

"Fantastic job Graham has done for us.
Friendly, on time hard working.
Nothing was too much trouble.
Very professional. "

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Review 8 May 2018 Recommended by customer in IP25 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	9/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Painted all interior walls of barn conversion.

"We asked Graham back following the excellent work he did on our ceilings.
Nothing was too much trouble.
All work was done to an excellent standard and very cheerfully. So highly recommend these tradesmen to anyone.
Thanks again."

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Review 25 Apr 2018 Recommended by customer in NR20 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Decoration of lounge and sewing room.

"This is not the first time we have employed Graham.
We live in a 17th century cottage, with beamed ceilings and it is difficult to paint.
Graham completed the work and left the rooms tidily.
The standard of work is excellent."

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Review 28 Apr 2017 Recommended by customer in IP25 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Ceiling of bungalow painted.

"Totally professional, friendly, efficient tradesmen. Perfect job, cleaned up after themselves.
Minimum of interruption. We would be delighted to recommend them to anyone."

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Review 7 Jul 2016 Recommended by customer in IP25 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

External decoration to bungalow.

"Many thanks, wonderful job."

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Review 7 Jul 2016 Recommended by customer in NR20 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

External decoration to bungalow.

"Graham is a hard working bloke. Always on time. No mess. A lovely job many thanks."

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Review 5 May 2016 Recommended by customer in NR19 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

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Customer Review

Strip paper from hall-stairs and landing paint ceiling, woodwork and doors repair walls.

"A wonderful job Graham has done. Always on time. Always kept the job clean and tidy. Friendly and hard working."

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Review 10 Mar 2016 Recommended by customer in IP25 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

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Customer Review

Decorate lounge and 8m dining room.

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Review 29 Jan 2016 Recommended by customer in NR20 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Tidy	10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Internal decoration to lounge.

"Many thanks to Graham for a great job. Left him the key for the house while I was at work came home to a spotless house. A lovely - friendly and professional bloke. Will use him again."

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Review 29 Jan 2016 Recommended by customer in NR18 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

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Customer Review

Paint ceiling and and walls in lounge.

"Wonderful job again, many thanks."

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Review 16 Oct 2015 Recommended by customer in NR19 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Lounge decorated. Hang wall paper & painting.

"Very pleased with all work. Helpful and tidy worker. Waiting now to have my hall decorated."

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Review 28 Aug 2015 Recommended by customer in NR19 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Painting kitchen.

"Graham was brilliant from start to finish. Very professional and the painting was excellent. He left the kitchen absolutely spotless."

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Review 31 Jul 2015 Recommended by customer in IP25 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

Internal and external decoration to house and kitchen (int) walls and garage door (ext).

"Graham is a hard worker. Who just gets on with the job. He arrived on time every day and worked through his lunch breaks. His work was very precise and he has a good eye for detail. We were very happy with his work, found him to be very trustworthy and patient. We will be using him again."

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Review 6 Jul 2015 Recommended by customer in NR19 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep their promises, explaining and agreeing any changes about the work, costs or timing where necessary?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Strip - wallpaper paint ceilings, woodwork re-hang new wallpaper main bedroom.

"A wonderful job Graham has done. Very friendly always on time, always tidied up, no mess, we will book him again many thanks."

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Review 13 May 2015 Recommended by customer in NR20 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	8/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	5/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	9/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	6/10
The price represents value for money

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Customer Review

Use seater on a couple of specific areas, paint specified rooms of small shop premises i.e: walls ceilings and gloss woodwork.

"Actual job done was pleased with quality and finish. Not pleased with lack of tidy up after job done. Premises left a bit messy and some minor paint spots on carpets."

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Review 7 May 2015 Recommended by customer in IP25 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value	10/10
The price represents value for money

Show All

Customer Review

8m bungalow. Decorate hall, bathroom, bedroom and en suite kitchen.

"Very pleased. Fell-comfortable with Mr Costin around. He will be back to do more next year."

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Review 4 Mar 2015 Recommended by customer in NR19 business Graham Costin https://www.referenceline.com/painter_decorator-in-dereham-grahamcostin-24596

Satisfaction Ratings


Quality	9/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy	9/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service	9/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Show All

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Mr Costin has painted the back bedroom and little hall and bathroom.

"Mr Costin has worked very hard and cleaned up behind him. I am pleased with the work he has done."

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