Have you recently bought a new home and want to make it your own? Or are you ready to redecorate and refresh your space? Whether you fancy a contemporary look or a more traditional aesthetic, our local painters and decorators in Exeter can help!
When it comes to enhancing your living space, a fresh coat of paint and some creative decor can work wonders. With over 20 years of experience in working on various projects, our team of domestic builders can inject life back into your premises, be it a residential home or a commercial establishment. With our best-in-class industry knowledge and commitment to quality, weβll guide you towards the best painting and decorating solutions for your project.
With our professional Exeter painters and decorators, you can be rest assured that your project will be completed to the highest standards quickly and efficiently. At Cowley’s Building and Maintenance, we pride ourselves on our attention to detail. Having worked on a range of interior and exterior painting and decorating projects, no job is too big or too small for the team at Cowley’s.

From under-stair cupboards to whole living rooms, kitchens and bathrooms, our knowledgeable design team can work their magic on every aspect of your decorating project. Whether you need:
We work efficiently and meticulously to ensure every detail is completed to a high standard.
Choosing one company to manage all aspects of your project helps minimise unnecessary costs, avoid delays, and keep everything running smoothly – without compromising on quality.
We love to get our thinking hats on, and we are happy to advise wherever required to make sure we can bring your idea to life, which might include:
If you have specific decorating ideas in mind or need assistance in selecting the right paint type, don’t hesitate to reach out to your local Exeter painters and decorators!
We follow a structured approach to ensure every project delivers exceptional results:
We begin with a free on-site consultation to understand your vision, assess the space, and provide an accurate quotation. Our team will advise on colour choices, paint types, and timescales.
Proper preparation is key to a long-lasting finish. Our painters carefully prepare all surfaces, including filling cracks, sanding, cleaning, and priming where necessary.
Using high-quality paints and materials, our skilled decorators apply each coat with precision. We take care to protect your furniture, floors, and fittings throughout the process.
Before completing the project, we conduct a thorough inspection to ensure everything meets our high standards and your expectations.

A decorating project often works best alongside other improvements. Our Exeter building services team can support your project with:
Our professional carpenters in Exeter can repair or replace skirting boards, door frames, architraves, and wooden features before decorating begins – ensuring a flawless finish.
Planning a bigger transformation? Our property refurbishment team can handle complete room makeovers, combining structural work with decorating for a seamless result.
Converting a loft, garage, or outbuilding? Our property conversions service includes full decorating to complete your new space.
New kitchens and bathrooms deserve perfect finishing touches. Our kitchen fitters Exeter and bathroom fitters Exeter work in harmony with our decorators to create a long-lasting living environment – from fitting units to the final coat of paint.
Our general builders Exeter can handle everything from knocking through walls to plastering – so your decorating project starts on a solid foundation. See our article ‘How our Exeter commercial building contractors can help you‘ for more information.
A standard room typically takes 1-2 days depending on size, condition of walls, and number of coats required. We’ll provide a clear timeline during your consultation.
We will be happy to discuss the different options for your individual painting and decorating needs. Depending on the type of walls/plaster that you already have in place, we may need to take extra steps to ensure the wall is perfect before commencing decorating.
Depending on the amount of painting that we have already completed, we may be able to proceed with another. However, we would encourage you to use colour swatches and paint pots on your walls beforehand so you are 100% happy with your decision. Do note, we may charge you for additional work or may have to complete the work at a later date depending on our schedule.
We come fully equipped with all we need to complete your decorating project to a high standard. All we ask is that you cover the cost of the paint and wallpaper etc. Of course, we can get this for you, but it will be added to the overall cost of the service.
Read: ‘How to make the most out of small living spaces‘, for further inspiration on how to revitalise your home!
Cowley’s Building and Maintenance is fully insured and holds relevant accreditations. We follow strict health and safety standards on every project.
We want all of our customers to be proud of their home or office space and this is why we are happy to give free estimates for all new enquiries and previous customers. To organise a free estimation, please contact us today at 07843 598 189 or email us at mail@cowleysexeter.co.uk.