What should a painting and decorating quote include?
A thorough decorating quote should cover: your business details, the client's name and address, a room-by-room or area-by-area breakdown of surfaces to be decorated, the paint system and number of coats, all prep work (filling, sanding, masking), materials included or supplied by client, labour costs, VAT, start date, expected duration and how long the quote is valid. PresupuestAPP generates all of this in a single PDF — nothing is forgotten, even on the busiest quoting day.
How much should a decorator charge per room in the UK?
Rates vary significantly by region and finish quality. A typical bedroom in the UK ranges from £200 to £500 for walls and ceiling, with additional costs for woodwork and specialist finishes. The key is breaking your quote down so the client can see exactly what they're paying for — customers who understand the scope rarely argue the price. PresupuestAPP lets you itemise every element in under 2 minutes.
Should I charge a deposit before starting a decorating job?
Absolutely. A deposit (typically 25–33% of the total) covers your materials outlay before work starts. Without it, you're funding the client's job from your own pocket. PresupuestAPP builds deposit requirements into the quote itself — the client sees and agrees to the payment schedule when they sign, so there's no awkwardness when you ask for it.
How do I handle disputes about what was included in a decorating quote?
The best protection is a detailed, signed written quote. If you quoted "two coats on the walls" and the client expected the ceiling too, a vague verbal agreement leaves you in a weak position. With PresupuestAPP, every surface, coat and item is listed in the PDF the client signed digitally — disputes are resolved quickly because the document is unambiguous.
Can I use the app to quote outdoors or in properties without Wi-Fi?
Yes. PresupuestAPP is a Progressive Web App (PWA) that runs fully offline. Write your decorating quotes on-site — in a property between tenancies with no broadband, in a garden or on scaffolding — and the app stores everything locally. Once you have signal, it syncs automatically. No lost quotes, no double-entry.