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Arcadian Decorating & Design

Checkatrade membership number: 79341

Address

Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3RW

Contact

name: Duncan Russell
telephone: 01444 452006   Enlarged for easy dialing:
01444 452006
mobile: 07762 592158
email: duncan.russell01@virgin.net
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Checkatrade member since: 17 March 2005
Overall Rating: 9.6
Total recommendations: 45
Last six months: 7 cards, average rating 9.6
Description
Specialist in ALL aspects of Painting and Decorating. Individual Tradesman would like to provide Design solutions and ideas including:

* Themed Childrens's Bedrooms
* Stencilling and Special effects
* Internal and External decorating

Friendly and considerate service with Free advice.
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Customer Monitoring Reports

Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Decoration of hall and stairs
We arranged for the work to be done as a surprise for our parents.  Duncan worked round our dates and we were all thrilled with the work. I would recommend them.
Customer in Burgess Hill, 13 November 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 8Tidiness: 8 out of 10 9Timekeeping: 9 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 8Workmanship: 8 out of 10 7Value for money: 7 out of 10
8.7
Combined score: 8.7 out of 10
Painting / decorating house internal and external.
Trustworthy, affordable, professional. I would recommend them.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 28 October 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 9Tidiness: 9 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 9Value for money: 9 out of 10
9.7
Combined score: 9.7 out of 10
Stripping and re-papering bedroom walls and gloss paint wood and rads.
I found Duncan to be very pleasant and polite and anxious to please.
Customer in Burgess Hill, 19 September 2008
Scores:
9Estimating: 9 out of 10 9Tidiness: 9 out of 10 9Timekeeping: 9 out of 10 9Courtesy: 9 out of 10 8Workmanship: 8 out of 10 8Value for money: 8 out of 10
8.7
Combined score: 8.7 out of 10
Priming and painting ceiling, walls and doors of loungue.
I would recommend them.
Customer in Burgess Hill, 5 August 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Decorated several rooms.
A truly professional tradesman, Duncan is a really nice guy, I would recommend highly and would use again.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 30 July 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Dinning room / sitting room decorated.
Very obliging, excellent service 110%. I would recommend them.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 18 May 2008
Scores:
8Estimating: 8 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 8Timekeeping: 8 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 9Workmanship: 9 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
9.4
Combined score: 9.4 out of 10
Decorated (papering) hall and landing, painted woodwork
We were delighted with the work undertaken and are very impressed at the professionalism shown. I would recommend them.
Customer in Burgess Hill, 16 April 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Re-decoration of lounge, hall and stair well.
Mr Russel did an excellent job and was more most pleasant and obliging.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 7 February 2008
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Interior painting.
Duncan's work was excellent. He was very pleasant and helpful. We would recommend hin unreservedly. His costs were very reasonable.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 2 November 2007
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 9Tidiness: 9 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 8Workmanship: 8 out of 10 8Value for money: 8 out of 10
8.9
Combined score: 8.9 out of 10
Hallway, upstairs landing & bedroom painted.
Duncan was courteous & considerate. His work was of a good standard and unlike some other tradesmen - we have had he worked a full day! I would recommend them.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 22 October 2007
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Painting & decorating.
Arcadian Decorating & Design did a very professional job - we would recommend Duncan for his reliability and hardwork. We are very pleased with his work.
Customer in Burgess Hill, 12 October 2007
Scores:
8Estimating: 8 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 -Timekeeping: Not Applicable 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 9Workmanship: 9 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
9.4
Combined score: 9.4 out of 10
Bedroom decorated.
Duncan is allways freindly and helpful and totally trustworthy we have the decorating done. While wereaway, knowing he'll look after the house as well as doing the job.
Customer in , 21 September 2007
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Painting
First class work every satisfied with everyting. Work completed on time, would definitely use arcadian again. I would recommend them.
Customer in Wickham, 23 August 2007
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Full redecoration of new home
Duncan carried out a full redecoration of our new home under tight timescales. With considerable amount of papering required and woodwork to be completed he finished on time and on budget. A very professional job.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 10 August 2007
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Exterior house painting
Very pleasent & reliable. Comes highly recommended.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 2 August 2007
Scores:
9Estimating: 9 out of 10 9Tidiness: 9 out of 10 9Timekeeping: 9 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 9Workmanship: 9 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
9.5
Combined score: 9.5 out of 10
Internal decorating throughout house
Duncan was very considerate & conscientious and a pleasure to have around, Would happily recommend him.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 11 April 2007
Scores:
7Estimating: 7 out of 10 9Tidiness: 9 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
9.5
Combined score: 9.5 out of 10
Wallpapering and painting number of walls.
We've used Duncan before and would'nt hesitate to use him again. I would recommend him.
Customer in , 4 February 2007
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Decorate lounge , stairs and landing.
First Class. A genuine friendly and efficient person. Highly recommended.
Customer in Crawley, 17 December 2006
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 7Tidiness: 7 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
9.6
Combined score: 9.6 out of 10
Fully decorated one of rental properties- walls and woodwork
Very helpful with advice and suggestion. Hard working and very pleased with the quality of work always a pleasure to instruct as a contractor. I would recommend them.
Customer in Burgess Hill, 1 December 2006
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Painting and decorating.
Acadian decorating & design provided good value for money - the best weve used. I would recommend them.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 25 October 2006
Scores:
8Estimating: 8 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 9Workmanship: 9 out of 10 9Value for money: 9 out of 10
9.4
Combined score: 9.4 out of 10
Painting of 3 rooms and wallpapering of one.
Produced very solid service at a very competitive price, very easy to communicate with, I would recommend them.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 17 October 2006
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 8Workmanship: 8 out of 10 9Value for money: 9 out of 10
9.4
Combined score: 9.4 out of 10
Decorating.
What is done is done beautifully and he is completely honest and trustworthy - he does tend to forget things but once reminded he is very apologetic and all his other qualities more than compensate.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 20 September 2006
Scores:
9Estimating: 9 out of 10 8Tidiness: 8 out of 10 8Timekeeping: 8 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
9.4
Combined score: 9.4 out of 10
Preparing and repainting all rooms and glossing woodwork.
I would recommend them.
Customer in Burgess Hill, 13 September 2006
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Painting/Decorating - Hall/stairs/landing and outside garage/soffits etc...
Duncan Russell was efficient, excellent quality workmanship and very polite. We would have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 26 July 2006
Scores:
9Estimating: 9 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 8Workmanship: 8 out of 10 9Value for money: 9 out of 10
9.5
Combined score: 9.5 out of 10
Wallpaper hanging
I would be happy to use Mr Russell again for future projects in my home. I would recommend him.
Customer in Burgess Hill, 13 July 2006
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 9Tidiness: 9 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
9.9
Combined score: 9.9 out of 10
Striping and lining a front room.
Duncan came in at the last mionute and worked very hard over the weekend to get the room finished before we moved into the house. I would recommend him thoroughly.
Customer in Cuckfield, 8 July 2006
Scores:
9Estimating: 9 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 9Value for money: 9 out of 10
9.8
Combined score: 9.8 out of 10
Bedroom decoration.
Honest, reliable and trustworthy - we are very pleased with the service that Duncan provided. He's done a great job on our nersery.
Customer in Burgess Hill, 6 May 2006
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 6Timekeeping: 6 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
9.4
Combined score: 9.4 out of 10
Decorating.
I would recommend them.
Customer in Crawley, 20 April 2006
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Preparing and repainting internal doors.
Mr Russell completed the work to a high standard and we would certainly recommend him to others.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 29 March 2006
Scores:
9Estimating: 9 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 9Workmanship: 9 out of 10 8Value for money: 8 out of 10
9.3
Combined score: 9.3 out of 10
Redecorating of 3 bedrooms & hallway & passage.
They were helpful and offered piece of mind. I would recommend them.
Customer in Burgess Hill, 26 March 2006
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
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I was pleased with the completed work. Duncan was very courteous and listened to my input very carefully and concidered it.
Customer in Ardingly, 7 February 2006
Scores:
8Estimating: 8 out of 10 9Tidiness: 9 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 9Workmanship: 9 out of 10 8Value for money: 8 out of 10
9.1
Combined score: 9.1 out of 10
Wall papering & painting on lounge/diner
Very reliable, pleasant service. I would recommend.
Customer in Wivelsfield Green, 30 November 2005
Scores:
8Estimating: 8 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 9Value for money: 9 out of 10
9.6
Combined score: 9.6 out of 10
Painting Outside of House, 5 Days Work.
We Were very pleased with the quality of the service. Very Friendly. Did What was asked and looks fantastic. Really Happy.
Customer in Cuckfield, 13 November 2005
Scores:
-Estimating: Not Applicable 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Internal/external decoration of shop front
Good efficient job. Fitted the job in when it became urgent. I would recommend them.
Customer in Hurstpierpoint, 28 October 2005
Scores:
9Estimating: 9 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 9Timekeeping: 9 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 8Workmanship: 8 out of 10 8Value for money: 8 out of 10
9.1
Combined score: 9.1 out of 10
Lined and painted landing hallway and stairway, painted ceiling for same woodwork.
We were very pleased with Duncan's work, reliability and professionalism. We would definately get him to do more work for us if required. I will recommend.
Customer in Brighton, 30 September 2005
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 8Workmanship: 8 out of 10 9Value for money: 9 out of 10
9.6
Combined score: 9.6 out of 10
Painting and Decorating.
I was very pleased and t am employing Duncan again to do more work for me. I would recommend them
Customer in Scaynes Hill, 27 September 2005
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Painting and decorating.
Very good. I would recommend them.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 24 September 2005
Scores:
9Estimating: 9 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 -Timekeeping: Not Applicable 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 8Workmanship: 8 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
9.4
Combined score: 9.4 out of 10
Painting in kitchen and bathroom
I can't comment on time keeping because we trust Duncan to come in while we're on holiday. He's totally honest and extremely kind and helpful, for instance, he took the curtains down and put them back up for me which I find difficult. I will recommend.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 7 September 2005
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 9Workmanship: 9 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
9.9
Combined score: 9.9 out of 10
Preparing & re-painting office - including all woodwork.
I would be happy to recommend them.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 6 September 2005
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 9Tidiness: 9 out of 10 9Timekeeping: 9 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 9Workmanship: 9 out of 10 9Value for money: 9 out of 10
9.4
Combined score: 9.4 out of 10
Decorating most of house internally.
Very professional service. Polite, friendly and reliable. We are happy with the decorating undertaken. I would recommend.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 25 August 2005
Scores:
8Estimating: 8 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
9.8
Combined score: 9.8 out of 10
Exterior of house and stairway.
It was a pleasure to have Duncan in the house-he worked really hard and was extremely helpful and courteous. I would recommend them.
Customer in Sharpthorne, 28 July 2005
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
10
Combined score: 10 out of 10
Painting and decorating
Duncan was very good at his work, he was very friendly, reliable and courteous and his decorating was excellent. He did a great job. I would recommend him.
Customer in Burgess Hill, 23 June 2005
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 10Tidiness: 10 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 9Workmanship: 9 out of 10 10Value for money: 10 out of 10
9.9
Combined score: 9.9 out of 10
Decorating of lounge, bedroom, kitchen and bathroom.
Very professional service. I would recommend them.
Customer in Burgess Hill, 3 June 2005
Scores:
10Estimating: 10 out of 10 9Tidiness: 9 out of 10 9Timekeeping: 9 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 10Workmanship: 10 out of 10 9Value for money: 9 out of 10
9.4
Combined score: 9.4 out of 10
Decorating house.
Decorating in extremely difficult situation, around disabled lady 4 dogs and extensive books, ornaments, artifacts & equipment, always patient. Kind, tolerant and understanding - very calm.
Customer in Haywards Heath, 31 May 2005
Scores:
9Estimating: 9 out of 10 7Tidiness: 7 out of 10 10Timekeeping: 10 out of 10 10Courtesy: 10 out of 10 8Workmanship: 8 out of 10 9Value for money: 9 out of 10
8.8
Combined score: 8.8 out of 10
Decorating bathroom.
I recommend them.
Customer in Burgess Hill, 15 May 2005
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