Heritage Exterior Restored
Cape Dutch facade - severe paint failure stripped back, repainted in warm stone with the shutters picked out in white
Before
After
Built ProperlyFinished Beautifully
Painting, renovations, flooring and specialised work across the Upper Highway.
Over 20 years of hands-on building, with Dennis on site from the first quote to the final snag.
- Since 2005
- Owner On Site, Every Job
- Residential & Commercial
- Insured
Recent Work
A selection of recent renovations, finishes and outdoor work.
Heritage Exterior Restored — Gillitts
Full exterior restoration and repaint of the Fulton School's heritage buildings
June 2021
Epoxy Floor Finish — Cotswold Downs
February 2026
Bathroom Renovation — Camperdown
2022
Pool Deck - Contemporary Home — Cotswold Downs
May 2026
Estate Home Exterior — Everton, Kloof
February 2026
Timber Deck Rebuild — Cotswold Downs
2021
Before & After
Matched pairs from the same angle — the clearest proof of the difference careful work makes.
BeforeAfterGarage Epoxy Floor
Bare screed transformed into a mirror-gloss epoxy finish
BeforeAfterBathroom Renovation
Dated bathroom reworked into a modern, finished space
BeforeAfterEstate Home Exterior
Cracked render cut out, filled and prepped, then fully repainted
BeforeAfterEverything Inside the Fence Line
From major renovations and extensions to specialised finishes - we handle it properly.
- Painting
- Plastering
- Ceilings & partitioning
- Plumbing
- Tiling
- Alterations & extensions
- Epoxy flooring
- Hi-pressure cleaning
- Decking
- Roofing & high works
Home Renovations & Extensions
Thoughtful renovations and extensions that add real value - planned properly and finished to last.
Learn moreSpecialised Flooring
Epoxy, sealed finishes and specialised floors for homes, garages and commercial spaces.
Learn moreOutdoor Living & Pool Decking
Hardwood decks, outdoor living areas and pool surrounds built for South African conditions.
Learn moreWorkshop & Commercial Fit-outs
Durable floors, fit-outs and finishes for workshops, showrooms and commercial premises.
Learn morePainting & Finishing
Interior and exterior painting with careful preparation - the difference is in the detail.
Learn moreRoofing & High Works
Roof repairs, waterproofing and high-level work handled safely and professionally.
Learn moreWhy Clients Choose Us
Two decades of reputation built on craftsmanship and trust.
Every job carries a warranty on workmanship
If something is not right after we have finished, we come back and put it right.
Exceptional attention to detail
Every joint, edge and finish is checked - we take pride in work that stands up to close inspection.
Often called in to fix previous builders' mistakes
We're trusted to put right incomplete or poor work, and to leave the job as it should have been done.
Honest, transparent communication and pricing
Clear quotes, no hidden extras, and straight answers throughout the project.
Hands-on involvement from start to finish
Dennis stays involved on site - not just at the start, but through every stage of the build.
Would you rather hear it from a client?
Good work should speak for itself - and so should the people who have lived with the result. We are happy to put you in touch with previous clients so you can hear about the experience first-hand: the process, the communication, and the finished standard.
Ask for a referenceHow We Work
A clear process from first conversation to final handover - so you always know where things stand.
- 01
Initial Consultation
We walk the site, listen carefully, and understand exactly what you need - and what success looks like for you.
- 02
Detailed Quote
A clear, itemised quote so you know the scope, timeline and investment before any work begins.
- 03
Project Planning
Materials, sequencing and logistics are planned properly so the job runs smoothly with minimal disruption.
- 04
Quality Build
Skilled workmanship with ongoing quality checks - we don't rush the parts that matter.
- 05
Final Handover
A thorough walk-through, snagging where needed, and a clean handover you're proud of.
Meet Dennis
For nearly twenty years, Dennis has been the steady hands behind Star Painters & Renovators - building, fixing and finishing homes and commercial spaces across Upper Highway and the greater Durban area.
Clients value his honesty, his eye for detail, and the fact that he stays involved from the first site visit right through to handover. Whether it's a full renovation, a specialised floor, or putting right someone else's poor workmanship - it's done properly.
Tell us about your project
Four questions, and Dennis will come back to you with a clear, honest quote.