Business Details
43 Years
experience
Professional Painting & Decorating Services in Carlisle, Cumbria
North Lakes Decorators is a family-run business with over four decades of experience serving Cumbria and surrounding areas. Established in 1983, our team of NVQ-qualified painters and decorators operates across Carlisle, Penrith, Cockermouth, and Whitehaven, offering comprehensive interior and exterior decorating solutions. We hold Trading Standards approval and have maintained long-term partnerships with local authorities through our commitment to quality craftsmanship. Our services extend beyond painting to include roofing, joinery, and building works, supported by DBS-checked professionals prioritising client safety. With a reputation built on superior attention to detail and transparent communication, we provide tailored solutions for residential and commercial properties.Our portfolio demonstrates expertise in special coatings, GRP fibreglass roofing, and precision spraying techniques. Client satisfaction remains central to our approach, evidenced by our extensive reference list of satisfied customers. We maintain rigorous quality standards through continuous professional development and adherence to industry best practices. Operating from Broughton Moor, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to deliver durable, aesthetically pleasing results. Our flexible approach accommodates projects of all scales, from single-room renovations to complete property transformations.
Services
Painting
Decorating
Roofing
Joinery
Building Works
GRP Fibreglass Roofing
Wallpaper Stripping
Coving Installation
Spray Painting
Gutter Lining
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- 40 years' experience in Cumbrian property transformations
- NVQ-qualified and DBS-checked professional team
- Trading Standards approved contractors
- Family-run business with local knowledge
- Comprehensive client reference list available
Associations and certifications
- Trading Standards
What people say
Superior craftsmanship
Attention to detail
Clear communication
Honesty and integrity
Excellent reputation
Services
Painting
We provide comprehensive interior and exterior painting services using premium materials for lasting finishes. Our skilled decorators prepare surfaces meticulously before applying paints to ensure flawless results. Clients benefit from our expertise in colour matching and finish selection for both residential and commercial properties.
Roofing
Our roofing services include slating, tiling, and GRP fibreglass installations for durable weatherproofing solutions. We repair and replace roof components including gutters, fascias, and soffits. Velux window installations enhance natural lighting while maintaining structural integrity across Cumbrian properties.
Joinery
We offer bespoke joinery solutions including bespoke coving, skirting, and door installations. Our craftsmen create custom wooden features tailored to property requirements. From traditional to contemporary designs, our joinery enhances both aesthetic appeal and functional spaces in homes and businesses.
Wallpaper Stripping
Professional wallpaper removal services prepare walls for redecoration using specialist techniques. We handle delicate surfaces carefully to avoid damage. This service enables fresh decorating schemes while maintaining wall integrity for improved adhesion of new finishes.
Spray Painting
We employ advanced spray technology for even coatings on internal and external surfaces. This method ensures smooth finishes on challenging areas like kitchen cabinets and trim work. Spray painting delivers professional results more efficiently than traditional brush techniques.
People
Mark
Director
Mark leads North Lakes Decorators with over 40 years' experience in Cumbrian property transformations. He oversees project quality control and client relations, ensuring standards align with the company's long-standing reputation for excellence.
Questions
What areas do you cover for decorating services?
We operate throughout Cumbria including Carlisle, Penrith, Cockermouth, and Whitehaven, plus South West Scotland areas like Gretna.
How long has your company been established?
North Lakes Decorators has been serving the region for over 40 years since our founding in 1983.
What qualifications do your decorators hold?
Our team members are NVQ-qualified tradespeople with DBS checks completed for client safety and assurance.
Do you work with local authorities?
Yes, we've maintained contracts with local authorities for over four decades through our Trading Standards approval.
What additional services do you offer beyond painting?
We provide roofing solutions, joinery work, GRP fibreglass systems, and complete building services alongside traditional decorating.
Can you provide client references?
We maintain an extensive reference list of satisfied clients happy to discuss our work quality and service standards.
Reviews (3)
Kenzie Hope Taylor
Jun 20, 2018
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Absolutely would use them again. Great price, gets the job done quickly but done very well! Very pleased and would recommend to anyone
Caroline Patterson
May 12, 2017
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Kevin has done a fantastic job painting our hall and staircase. Arrived bang on time, very friendly and professional, just cracked on and did a really good job! Wouldn't hesitate to recommend them in future and wouldnt go past them for any future work we require. Thanks
Anna Harvey
Mar 23, 2017
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Thank you Mark and Kevin for the great job you did in my kitchen, living room and hallway. Very friendly, arrived on time, the finished rooms look fantastic. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to friends.
