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Gerard Skilling

10/10

Sutton, Greater London

£1,000 guarantee T&Cs apply

Checkatrade member since January 2010
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Skills

  • Painting / Decorating
  • Exterior Painting
  • Wallpapering
  • Wooden Windows Stripped / Painted
  • Timber Resin Repairs
  • Timber Restoration

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10 /10

Based on 6 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

10

Reliability

10

Communication

10

Reviews (272)

  • 10

    Painter / Decorator

    Posted 21 April

    Brilliant decorators

    Neil and Gerard are brilliant! The quality of their work is outstanding. Neil recently painted my daughter's bedroom and she absolutely loves it. We will always go to Gerard and Neil for any paint work we need.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: SM1
    Dawn W
  • 10

    Painter / Decorator

    Posted 09 April

    Excellent painter and decorator in Sutton

    I had the gloss woodwork in my hall, stairs and landing as well as my front door repainted. The work was very reasonably priced and carried out to a high professional standard at times to suit me. Communication was excellent and Gerard made sensible and helpful recommendations which I followed. The site was fully cleared up at the end of the painting. Over many years I have asked Gerard back to paint the outside of my house and also recommended his work to friends and neighbours. We have all been more than satisfied and I can strongly recommend him.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: SM2
  • 10

    Painter / Decorator

    Posted 16 February

    Painter and Decorator

    Very professional, Punctual Protected all surfaces. Tidy. Excellent Painting job.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: SM1
  • 10

    Painting / Decorating

    Posted 19 January

    Hall stairs and landing

    Full decoration of hall stairs and landing Gerard and Neil were very professional and the quality of work was excellent would definatly recommend this company.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: SM1
  • 10

    Exterior Painting

    Posted 13 September 2025

    External front paint job

    Gerrard came to price my mothers house in Sutton to paint the external front a price was agreed and a date was given to start he came with his son for about 8 days and done a very good job would recommend this company a very nice man.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: SM1
  • 10

    Exterior Painting

    Posted 29 July 2025

    Gerard Skilling House Painting

    I would recommend Gerard and his son Neil to anybody who needs the outside of their house re-painting. They took over 2/3 days just to rub the house down, then re-fill and prepare the render and woodwork for painting. They have done the work for my mother who is 95 years old. They are both very hard working, trustworthy people and if I had known before, you could have handed them the keys to the house and gone away on holiday without having to worry. Overall I would give them 10 out of 10 and if anything is needed to be done in the future they will be number one on my list.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: SM1

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Gerard Skilling

Sole Trader

16 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

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My name is Gerard Skilling, and I’m proud to run a family decorating business that has been serving the local community for nearly 50 years.


Over the decades, I’ve built a strong reputation for reliability, high-quality workmanship, and a genuine commitment to customer satisfaction.

I understand how important your home or workspace is, and I take great care to deliver a professional finish that reflects your vision.


Whether you’re looking to refresh a single room or transform an entire property, all work is carried out with thorough preparation and attention to detail, ensuring a result that lasts.


Services include:


  • Interior and exterior painting
  • Surface preparation and repairs
  • Woodwork finishing and detailing

Much of my work comes from repeat customers and recommendations, which I believe speaks volumes about the service I provide.

I’m always happy to offer advice and provide a free, no-obligation quote.


If you’re looking for a reliable, experienced decorator who takes pride in their work, I would be very happy to help.

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Member since January 2010

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