Business Details
42 Years
experience
Award-Winning Painting Contractors in Hamble-Le-Rice
Established in 1984, K A R Contractors has built a reputation as an award-winning painting and decorating company serving commercial, residential, and social housing sectors across southern England. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our structured management approach, highly skilled workforce accredited under the CSCS Scheme, and long-standing partnership with Dulux, ensuring the use of premium performance products. With over four decades of industry experience, we deliver exceptional finishes and value-driven solutions for projects ranging from new builds to property renovations.Our team's expertise, combined with rigorous health and safety standards, enables us to handle large-scale contracts that others cannot accommodate. Recognised through accreditations from CHAS, SMAS, and Safe Contractors, we maintain a client-centric focus that has sustained partnerships with major housing developers for over 15 years.
Services
Commercial Painting
Residential Painting
New Build Painting
Social Housing Painting
Decorator Services
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 40+ years' experience in painting and decorating across multiple sectors
- CSCS-certified workforce ensuring skilled, safety-compliant operations
- Exclusive partnership with Dulux for premium performance paint products
- Proven track record with major housing developers since 1984
- Structured management approach handling large contracts others cannot accommodate
Associations and certifications
- CHAS
- Construction Line
- SMAS
- Safe Contractors
- Dulux Connect Partnership
- Brewers
What people say
Professional, helpful
High quality
Exceptional homes
Friendly proactive approach
Award-winning developments
Services
Commercial Painting
Professional painting services for commercial properties, delivering durable, high-quality finishes that enhance business environments. Our team ensures minimal disruption to operations while maintaining strict health and safety standards. Clients benefit from our CSCS-certified workforce and premium Dulux-approved materials.
Residential Painting
Interior and exterior painting solutions for residential properties, combining aesthetic appeal with long-lasting protection. We specialise in both individual home improvements and large-scale housing developments. Our 40-year expertise ensures flawless finishes that maintain property value.
New Build Painting
Specialist painting services for new build developments, working closely with developers to meet exacting quality standards. Our structured approach handles projects of all sizes, supported by approved paint systems that guarantee performance and longevity for completed properties.
Social Housing Painting
Dedicated painting services for social housing providers, delivering cost-effective, durable finishes that meet sector-specific requirements. Our experienced teams work efficiently across multiple sites while maintaining the high standards demanded by housing associations and local authorities.
Decorator Services
Comprehensive decorating solutions for diverse sectors, including specification advice on paint systems and surface preparation. Our certified decorators combine technical expertise with attention to detail, ensuring exceptional results that align with client expectations and project timelines.
People
Dan Roberts
Managing Director
With 16 years' experience at KAR, Dan Roberts leads operations following his progression from supervisor to Managing Director. He maintains the company's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction through strategic management and hands-on project oversight.
Rob May
Commercial Director
Rob May oversees commercial operations, leveraging extensive industry knowledge to develop business opportunities while maintaining KAR's reputation for reliability and high-quality service delivery across all client sectors.
Chris Ives
Contracts Manager
Chris Ives manages project execution, ensuring adherence to quality standards and timelines. His expertise in coordinating large-scale contracts contributes to KAR's ability to handle complex developments others cannot accommodate.
Valerie Casey
Accounts Manager
Valerie Casey oversees financial operations, maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely processing of accounts. Her work supports KAR's commitment to professional service delivery and client transparency.
Daniel Todd
Contracts Manager
Daniel Todd coordinates contract delivery, applying technical expertise to ensure projects meet specified quality standards. His management approach supports KAR's reputation for reliable, high-quality painting solutions.
Questions
What services does KAR Contractors offer?
We specialise in commercial, residential, new build, and social housing painting projects, providing full decorating services using premium Dulux-approved materials.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate across southern England, with particular expertise in Hamble-Le-Rice, Portsmouth, Southampton, and Chichester regions.
Are you accredited by industry bodies?
Yes, we hold accreditations from CHAS, SMAS, Safe Contractors, and the Dulux Connect Partnership scheme for quality assurance.
How experienced is your team?
Our management team has over 40 years' combined experience, with staff certified under the CSCS Scheme for skilled, safety-compliant operations.
Can you handle large-scale contracts?
Yes, our structured management approach and large workforce enable us to manage major contracts that smaller firms cannot accommodate.
