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Painter & Decorator in Reading

7Hands connects homeowners with ID-verified painter & decorators in Reading within minutes. With 20+ verified painter & decorators across Reading, average response times of 45 minutes for emergencies, and 4.2/5 star customer ratings, 7Hands is Reading's most trusted on-demand painter & decorator platform. 72-hour payment protection on every booking ensures your money is safe until the job is complete.

Average rates in Reading

£29 - £52/hour

15% above national average · Updated 23 January 2026

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Painter & Decorators in Reading

20+

Verified painter & decorators

4.2★

Average rating

45 minutes

Avg response time

58

Verified reviews

About Painter & Decorator Services in Reading

  • •Reading has a population of 230,000, making it one of the UK's major urban areas.
  • •Common property types in Reading include Victorian terraces, Modern apartments, New builds.
  • •Reading homeowners commonly face issues like London commuter demand and New build issues, making reliable painter & decorator services essential.
  • •Painter & Decorator rates in Reading average £29-52/hour, 15% above national average.

Popular Painter & Decorator Services in Reading

Interior Painting

Paint rooms, hallways, ceilings

£173 - £4601-2 days per room

Exterior Painting

Paint outside walls, doors, trim

£575 - £23002-5 days

Wallpapering

Wallpaper hanging and removal

£115 - £2881 day per room

Plastering

Plastering and skim coating

£230 - £5751-2 days

Wood Staining

Stain and varnish woodwork

£115 - £3451-2 days

Artex Removal

Remove textured ceiling

£345 - £9201-2 days

Top Painter & Decorators in Reading

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Verified Painter & Decorator 1

Reading

★★★★★(50+ reviews)
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Verified Painter & Decorator 2

Reading

★★★★★(50+ reviews)
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Interior PaintingExterior Painting
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Verified Painter & Decorator 3

Reading

★★★★★(50+ reviews)
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Interior PaintingExterior Painting
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a painter & decorator cost in Reading?
Reading painter & decorators charge £29-52 per hour on average, 15% above national average. Callout fees typically range from £0-0. Emergency call-outs are usually 50-100% higher. Based on 58+ bookings on 7Hands in Reading, common jobs cost: Interior Painting (£150-400), Exterior Painting (£500-2000), Wallpapering (£100-250).
How do I find a reliable painter & decorator in Reading?
On 7Hands, every painter & decorator in Reading is ID-verified, insured, and reviewed by real customers. Our 20+ verified painter & decorators have an average rating of 4.2/5 stars from 58+ reviews. You can compare quotes, check qualifications, and book instantly with 72-hour payment protection.
What services do painter & decorators in Reading offer?
Painter & Decorators in Reading offer a full range of services including: Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, Wallpapering, Plastering, Wood Staining, Artex Removal. Due to Reading's Victorian/Modern housing stock, painter & decorators here commonly deal with London commuter demand and New build issues. Post your job on 7Hands to get quotes from specialists.
Is it free to find a painter & decorator on 7Hands?
Yes, 7Hands is 100% free for homeowners. You can post unlimited jobs, receive quotes from verified painter & decorators, and hire without any fees. We only charge tradespeople a small subscription to be listed. Your payment is protected by our 72-hour escrow system.
How quickly can I get a painter & decorator in Reading?
Most painter & decorator requests in Reading receive quotes within 2-3 hours. For emergencies, our 3+ available-now painter & decorators can respond in an average of 45 minutes. Mark your job as urgent for priority matching with available tradespeople.

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Page last updated: 23 January 2026 · Prices updated regularly based on local market data