Holcombe Decorating
Ipswich, Suffolk
Checkatrade member since December 2023
Services
- Painting / Decorating
- Wallpapering
- Anti Vandal Coatings
Customer Reviews
Write a review9.99 /10
Based on 24 reviews over the past 12 months
Quality of work
9.96
Reliability
10
Communication
10
Reviews (62)
10 Excellence without compromise
Posted 1 day ago
Job location: IP12From start to finish, Gary was an absolute pleasure to deal with. Both my wife and I are very particular about our home, and his attention to detail, professionalism, and care were second to none. He wasn’t our cheapest quote, but the value for money was outstanding – the quality of workmanship and the guidance he gave us far exceeded our expectations. His honesty and integrity gave us complete confidence throughout the project, and the end result is exceptional. We couldn’t be happier and would recommend Gary without hesitation.10 Fantastic wallpapering
Posted 31 July
Gary has just wallpapered our downstairs cloakroom. Sounds easy, but had a lot of tricky areas to get around. He finished in really good time, and most importantly Gary did a great job. We are so pleased. We went bold with the design and so pleased we did. Such a fantastic finish. It really stands out, and all thanks to Gary for the quality of the work.Verified reviewerJob location: IP3110 Complete redecoration of 2 bedroom bungalow, 2 receptions, kitchen, bathroom and conservatory.
Posted 26 July
Excellent. Top rate painter, friendly, tidy and a professional finnish throughout. Kept me informed of any issues found and dealt with them accordingly. I would certainly recommend him and will use him again in the future. 11 out of 10Verified reviewerJob location: CO1510 wallpapering a bedroom
Posted 11 June
My son is really pleased with the quality of Gary's work! Gary was very easy to communicate with and arrived on time. He answered any questions before the work and provided a very reasonable quote. I would definitely recommend him.Verified reviewerJob location: IP410 Fantastic Feature Walls
Posted 26 May
Job location: IP1We were let down by another guy to wallpaper two feature walls. Searched on Checkatrade and Gary was one of only two tradesmen interested in the job. He came and gave us an estimate for the work, booked us in and was back to do the work within ten days at a cost of less than half the other guy who “usually works in London or Essex”. Gary was punctual, reliable, worked tidily and did a fantastic job. We Would not hesitate to have him back to do more work, or recommend him to friends and family10 Lounge Redecoration
Posted 18 May
Gary responded to a quote request very swiftly. We met and I liked him so he got the job. He has since completed the work and we are very happy. He was a pleasure to have in our home, worked hard and consistently, without constant breaks, so the job finished on time and with minimal inconvenience. Pleased to have met him, will be asking Gary again next time and have already shared his details twice with friends.Verified reviewerJob location: IP11
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Company Info
Owner
Mr Gary Holcombe
Sole Trader
2 years on Checkatrade
VAT Registered
No
With many years of experience in the industry, I am a well-established professional offering a first-class decorating service. Specializing in all aspects of internal decorating, I take particular pride in my expertise in wallpapering, delivering flawless results every time.
My commitment to quality craftsmanship is reflected in the attention to detail I bring to each project, ensuring a finish that exceeds expectations.
To provide peace of mind for my clients, I offer a 12-month guarantee on all decorating work, demonstrating my confidence in the durability and excellence of the services I provide. What I am most proud of, however, is that the majority of my business comes from repeat clients and personal recommendations.
This speaks to the trust and satisfaction I’ve earned over the years, and it drives my ongoing dedication to providing the best possible service in every home and business I work with.
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