Top 5 Painters & Decorators in South Leicester

Hand-picked and independently researched — the most trusted painters & decorators in South Leicester, chosen on Google rankings, review signals and trade accreditations. No business pays for an organic spot.

South Leicester, Leicestershire
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Updated 2026
Independently researched by the Top5Trades team·Last reviewed July 2026·How we choose our Top 5 →
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1
Mark Rogers Decorating
South Leicester · Painting & Decorating, Dulux Select

Full-service Leicester decorating company and Dulux Select Decorator since 2012, covering Knighton, Clarendon Park and Aylestone.

2
J R Allen & Sons
South Leicester · Painting & Decorating, Since 1958

Leicester painting and decorating firm formed in 1958 with over 50 years in the trade, covering Knighton, Aylestone and Wigston.

3
A.S Painting Contractors
South Leicester · Commercial & Domestic Painters

Leicester commercial and domestic painting and decorating firm covering Clarendon Park, Knighton and Saffron Lane.

4
F & C D Wells
South Leicester · Painting & Decorating, Family-Run

Long-established family-run Leicestershire painting and decorating contractor covering Aylestone, Wigston and Eyres Monsell.

5
Alan Cox Decorators
South Leicester · Painting & Decorating, 40+ Years

Leicester painter and decorator with over four decades of experience, covering Knighton, Clarendon Park and Oadby for residential and commercial work.

How we chose the top 5 painters & decorators in South Leicester

Every business on this page earned its place through independent research. We look at where companies rank organically on Google, the volume and quality of their reviews, ratings and verification across platforms like Checkatrade, Which? Trusted Traders and TrustATrader, relevant trade accreditations, and the kind of word-of-mouth and social proof that's hard to fake. No business can pay to appear in this organic Top 5 — the list is earned and reviewed regularly.

If you're comparing painters & decorators in South Leicester, any of the five above is a sound starting point. We'd still recommend getting more than one quote and confirming current availability and accreditations directly with the business before you book.

Finding a good painter and decorator in South Leicester

South Leicester has a healthy mix of independent tradespeople and small local firms, and as anywhere, quality varies. Every business on this page earned its place through independent research — online reputation, verified reviews, local trading evidence and professional credentials — and none of them paid to appear.

For decorating, look for verifiable reviews, public liability insurance and a clear written quote covering preparation as well as finish — good prep is what separates a lasting job from a quick cover-up. Membership of the Painting & Decorating Association is a further mark of a professional decorator.

What do South Leicester painters & decorators cover?

Most painters & decorators in South Leicester also cover Aylestone, Knighton, Clarendon Park, Eyres Monsell, Saffron Lane and Wigston. Coverage varies by business, so it's always worth confirming your postcode when you make an enquiry.

Typical jobs include interior and exterior painting and decorating — and most offer free quotes for larger work.

Frequently asked questions

Our list is based on independent research. We look at how businesses rank organically on Google, the volume and quality of their reviews, verification across platforms like Checkatrade, Which? Trusted Traders and TrustATrader, relevant trade accreditations, and local trading evidence. No business paid to be included in the organic Top 5.
We assess each decorator on verifiable reviews, local trading evidence and professional presentation. Confirm public liability insurance and get a written quote that covers preparation as well as the finish.
The organic Top 5 is based solely on our independent research and isn't open to paid inclusion. We do offer a Featured placement above the Top 5 for one local business per page — find out more about featured spots.
Most of the businesses on this list cover a wider area beyond South Leicester itself, typically including Aylestone, Knighton, Clarendon Park, Eyres Monsell, Saffron Lane and Wigston. Coverage varies by business, so always confirm your location when you make an enquiry.
We aim to review each list at least every three months, and this page was last reviewed in June 2026. If you believe a listing is out of date or inaccurate, please get in touch and we'll look into it promptly.

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