Painting and decorating in Sandwell

Painting and decorating in Sandwell: approvals and local details

Your decorating won't normally need planning permission or Building Regulations approval. The exception is a listed building in Sandwell, where changes may need listed building consent from Sandwell Council.

Labelled spare paint makes small touch-ups easy later on.
Dry sanding and burning off lead paint release harmful dust and fumes.
Older paint layers in homes built before the 1960s may contain lead.

Postcode district: All Sandwell postcodes
Planning and building control: Sandwell Council
From our West Bromwich base: About 1 mile to the centre

Options to consider in Sandwell

Exterior woodwork and metal

Fascias, bargeboards, timber windows, doors, gates and railings are scraped, sanded, repaired where needed, primed and painted. Rotten sections are cut out and spliced or filled before painting. Metal is wire-brushed and treated for rust. This work makes timber and metalwork last much longer.

Interior walls and ceilings

Filling cracks and holes, sanding, sealing stains and applying two or more coats of emulsion. We'll suggest a finish to suit each room, such as matt for living rooms and wipeable or moisture-resistant paint for kitchens and bathrooms. Newly plastered walls get a mist coat first so the paint bonds properly.

How much should you budget in Sandwell?

Prices in Sandwell match the rest of our area: £280–£3,500 depending on size and specification. Double bedroom: walls and ceiling in two coats of emulsion, with skirting, door and frame: usually £380–£600.

Guide prices for painting and decorating
Option	Guide price	Good to know
Single room interior	£280 – £600	Walls and ceiling, two coats
Hall, stairs and landing	£650 – £1,200	Including woodwork and spindles
Exterior of a semi	£1,200 – £3,500	Masonry and woodwork, access included

Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. Your fixed price for the agreed specification follows a free survey at your Sandwell address.

Your questions answered

Should I buy the paint myself?

You can, but we usually supply trade-quality paint, which covers better and lasts longer than many retail ranges. If you've chosen a particular brand or colour, tell us at survey and we'll price it in. Either way, the quote shows the paint type and the number of coats.

How do I book a survey in Sandwell?

Send the form on this page, use the guide-price tool or call 0800 088 6248 free. We'll ask a few questions about your decorating and arrange a time to visit.

What guarantee comes with decorating?

Paints carry their manufacturers' terms, which are set out in your quote. How long a finish lasts depends on the surface, the room's use and, outside, the exposure to weather. If anything isn't right at the final walk-round, we put it right before we finish.

Who approves painting and decorating in Sandwell?

Not normally. The exception is a listed building, where Sandwell Council would need to give listed building consent first.

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An itemised, room-by-room decorating quote is free: just book a survey in Sandwell.