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Arbiter Coatings

4.9

22 Reviews

Opening Hours
Today - 08:00–18:00
  • Monday 08:00–18:00
  • Tuesday 08:00–18:00
  • Wednesday 08:00–18:00
  • Thursday 08:00–18:00
  • Friday 08:00–18:00
  • Saturday 08:00–18:00
  • Sunday - Closed

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About

Arbiter Coatings are specialists in exterior wall coatings, external wall repairs, weatherproofing and all render finishes from smooth to roughcast. Our high standards and quality workmanship are regarded as the benchmark in the external wall coatings industry.
Our exterior wall coatings and render repair services are ideal for homeowners, landlords and property management agents who aim to reduce maintenance and repair costs.We fix cracked and blown render and reface to weatherproof your walls from the Great British climate for the long term.

We offer our wall coatings services in Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, East Sussex, West Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire, Berkshire, Dorset, Kent, London and across the UK and have undertaken works in Northumberland, Cornwall and Lancashire, on both domestic and larger commercial projects.

What we do

  • Painters and decorators

    • Exterior decorating
  • Damp proofing and timber preservation services

    • Injection damp courses
  • Waterproofing

  • Exterior Decorating

    • Exterior house painting
    • Wall Coating
    • Wall Rendering
    • Pebbledash
    • Roof Coating
  • More Services

    • exterior wall coating
    • weatherproofing
    • external wall repair

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Excellent exterior painting
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We were very pleased with the work carried by Arbiter Coatings. They worked very hard with excellent results and our bungalow was transformed!
Customer in Hertfordshire Posted on 06/07/2024 , work completed 29/05/2024
Great Work
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This year's rain was a real challenge, but Bill from Arbitar Coatings kept me informed throughout the entire project. He's a true professional – friendly, efficient, and always mindful of keeping the worksite clean. All materials were cleared away at the end of each day, and no mess was left behind. Bill's meticulous work ethic and positive attitude made the whole experience a pleasure. A big thank you to Darren also who worked with Bill on this job I appreciate your hard work. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Arbitar Coatings to anyone!
Customer in Hertfordshire Posted on 10/05/2024 , work completed 10/05/2024
A Transformation
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Our 1920’s solid concrete house was definitely showing its age when we hired Arbiter Coatings to renovate it. Even though the winter weather was against them and caused delays, Bill and Darren were able to transform the exterior. They removed the old loose paint, filled cracks, applied primer and finally the white Andura coating, leaving the house looking good as new. Bill and Darren are lovely guys to have working at your home. We found them to be hard working, efficient, tidy and polite.
Customer in Hertfordshire Posted on 15/02/2024 , work completed 01/02/2024
Great outcome
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Bill sprayed the 1st/2nd floor of our house and performed some stabilisation work prior. Previously the wall was cold and had algae/mould growth. I gave a few months before reviewing to ensure things stayed looking good but honestly still looks perfect. We/the neighbours are very pleased. Thank you!
Customer in Berkshire Posted on 14/11/2023 , work completed 01/08/2023
A Happy Customer
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The work required to be done on my property was render repair then waterproof wall coating on both the front & rear elevations. Getting quotations was not going well until Arbiter Coatings came to quote. The company is a family run business & Bill was extremity professional, knowledgeable & helpful. Finally a company that provided solutions rather than just finding problems. Their quote was clear, detailed & the price for the job was very competitive. The work was carried out to a very high standard & I am very pleased with the result. All Bill's team were helpful, worked really hard & were very patient whilst I drove them mad about what colour paint I wanted! Would have no hesitation in recommending them
Customer in Greater London Posted on 06/08/2023 , work completed 20/07/2023
Render repairs and Andura Wall coating
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We were extremely pleased with the job but did not leave a review as we would just be repeating all the good things said on other reviews. 10 months later the rooms that were suffering from damp because of damage to the outside render are now dry. We have had a couple of the rooms redecorated and they now look all fresh. Great job and great result.
Customer in Greater London Posted on 16/02/2023 , work completed 22/04/2008
Excellent
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Absolutely transformed the look of my house. Previously I had ivy growing up the chimney breast and a badly cracked wall. Did an excellent job, efficient and quick. Highly recommend.
Customer in Central Bedfordshire Posted on 16/11/2022 , work completed 22/11/2021
Brilliant job
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Bill and his team did a brilliant job from start to finish. On first insepction, Bill talked us through the options and guided us to the best solution so we knew exactly what was to be done. The team turned up pomptly and ensured that all surfaces were protected. They were freindly and accommodating and worked efficiently. It was refreshing to speak to someone who was clear and carried out the work quoted. Would thoroughly recommend Arbiter Coatings for a swift and professional job.
Customer in Hertfordshire Posted on 16/11/2022 , work completed 18/10/2022
Let me down three times to quote - unreliable
I made three separate arrangements with this company to come and view the job. Each time I stayed in ready for them to come, but they did not come. No phone call to let me know. There were fuel problems on one visit - a phone call to let me know they couldn’t come would have been sufficient. Very disappointing.
Brenda in Hertfordshire Posted on 14/10/2021 (Reviewer did not use service)
The trader replied (on 15/10/2021)
Morning Brenda, Sorry you feel let down. Just need to clarify a few things. The reason we had no urgency to attend your property was you agreed in principle our quote - advised start date Spring of next year 2022. Due to the recent fuel crisis, we advised we would attend when normality returns. I have no idea where you have the 3 x timed appointments? I said when I am in the area I will visit the site. I wish you all the best in getting a reliable crew.
Excellent service and workmanship at a competitive price
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Arbiter completed extensive repairs to 100 year old pebble dash render and coated the entire house in Andura Classic 21 textured coating. The work was completed as agreed in 7 days over several weeks, allowing for drying of repairs and unseasonable wet weather in May. The quotation was by far the most reasonable we received. Even though the repair work required was more extensive than anticipated no further charge was ever suggested. Our experience of the service from Arbiter was outstanding from the outset to the conclusion of work. Bill Newbiggin struck us as trustworthy from the beginning and proved to be so throughout our experience of him and his team. He did what he said he would do in a timely manner without cutting any corners. The resulting work has had a transformational effect on our large detached house. I have no hesitation in recommending Arbiter.
Customer in East Sussex Posted on 04/06/2021 , work completed 27/05/2021
Superb job
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Arbiter coatings have transformed the look of our house for the better. Before they worked their magic, our house was covered in 60-year-old Tyrolean rendering that was cracked and patchy. Now, the walls are crack-free, smooth, and contemporary-looking. Their price for the work was the most competitive of the three companies that quoted and the standard of work was first class. Bill and his colleagues were skilled, punctual, polite, tidy, and hard working. I would recommend them to anyone.
Customer in Hertfordshire Posted on 09/03/2021 , work completed 05/02/2021
Great job
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Very pleased with all work completed on my property by Arbiter Coating the quotation was very competitive price and arrived on time Although this work is weather dependent, Bill kept me informed at all times The repair work needed was completed by Steve in one day followed by five days drying time due to the rain. The completion of the coating was carried out in one day with no mess. Well done.
Customer in Hertfordshire Posted on 24/11/2020 , work completed 18/11/2020
Repairs to Exterior Walls and Painting
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Bill was very responsive from initial contact and came to quote on the same day. Price agreed was very competitive. They arrived when the said they would and kept everything clean and tidy whilst working and gave us updates on what they would do each day. Work carried out to a high standard and has transformed the exterior on the house. Highly recommended.
Customer in Greater London Posted on 18/10/2020 , work completed 16/10/2020
5 bed detached house in Norwich - Render repairs and spray coating in Andura.
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We can thoroughly recommend Arbiter Coatings. They are very competitive on price and a friendly and helpful business. Bill Newbegin went out of his way to tender and explain the job and the process. We accepted his price but then "lock down" intervened which prevented the start of work. Bill maintained contact with us through out the lock down and as soon as he was able to return to work and travel to Norwich the job was started. Arbiter did an excellent job. The work was done quickly and efficiently, very tidy, protecting driveway and finishes and cleaning up carefully after the works. Their standard of finishing has been very high. Our house looks splendid, old cracked wall render and joins have disappeared and the Andura coating is very attractive.
Customer in Norfolk Posted on 12/08/2020 , work completed 12/08/2020
Thoroughly recommend
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Very helpful and professional team, particularly with the choice of colour. Communication excellent. The house has undergone a repair and transformation. Certainly value for money. I would definitely recommend this company.
Customer in Hertfordshire Posted on 17/07/2020 , work completed 17/07/2020
Brilliant job!
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From the quote to the finished job we were very impressed with this company. Bill talked us through what was needed and the process involved. We were updated on what would happen each day. The team arrived on time and worked hard causing as little disruption as possible. We are really pleased with the finish on our property which was in need of much tlc!! Nothing was too much trouble and every day the site was left clean and tidy. Thank you Bill for all you help, advice and for making our home look so good!
Customer in Kent Posted on 10/05/2020 , work completed 01/05/2020
Great work and very professional
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Bill and Steve came and started work on my house found them both helpful and professional house looks great
Customer in Milton Keynes Posted on 30/04/2020 , work completed 14/03/2020
Exterior rendering of Victorian house
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One of the best things about Bill and Arbiter Coatings is that they actually came when they said they would and if they didn’t or couldn’t come, they stayed in contact with us to let us know how/why/when. Add to that the brilliant job they did on the front of our much loved old house and you have the perfect combination and team. Our house looks really beautiful now and has been restored to its former glory with perfect rendering and an immaculate finish. A terrific job! Bill was extremely sensitive during what was a difficult time as a very close family member’s funeral was smack bang in the middle of the job - we appreciated his empathy & thoughtfulness. We thoroughly recommend Arbiter.
Customer in Essex Posted on 03/02/2020 , work completed 30/01/2020
Great team
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A very professional and friendly team. Our first visitor after completion commented, unsolicited, how fine the work looked. We agree!
Dave and Liz, Hertfordshire Posted on 03/07/2019 , work completed 29/06/2019
Our rendered home looks beautiful again!
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We came across Arbiter Coatings when they were working on a house in Stratford-upon-Avon. We were impressed with the quality of work and how friendly the workmen were. So we asked for a quote and it was very fair. They were very accommodating and we didn't have to wait too long for them to start work. All the team were considerate and polite and we are delighted with the quality of the finish and the overall appearance of the house. Highly recommended.
Customer in Worcestershire Posted on 29/06/2019 , work completed 27/06/2019
Unsightly brickwork gone.
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Rendered unsightly brickwork. Work was completed quickly,quietly and neatly.
J godino Posted on 18/01/2019 , work completed 18/01/2019
Friendly team
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Really friendly, accommodating and polite. Very pleasant team of people to work with & they came back to clear up and make good anything we were unhappy with.
Happy Customer Posted on 29/11/2018 , work completed 29/11/2018
Problem fixed
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Arbiter repaired, stabilised and painted the render on a SW facing gable wall. Now for the first time in 20 years the wall is weather proof and it also looks really good.
James, Waterlooville Posted on 12/09/2018 , work completed 12/09/2018