Every review we hold for the Basildon office, from every platform, shown as written. First names only.
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotRecommendation
I found Douglas Allen to be really helpful and particularly accommodating when arranging viewings and subsequently any further inspections of the property I offered on. Nothing was a problem, I was always able to get hold of them immediately on the telephone and they were very good in keeping me up to date with the progress of my purchase from start to finish.
Deborah · 31 October 2016
Agent replied · 28 October 2024
Deborah,Thank you very much indeed for your 5 Star review of our service. I am delighted that you found our staff so helpful, something that we strive to do whilst knowing what an important and stressful time buying a property can be.On behalf of us all I wish you many years of happiness in your new home.Kind regards,Jon Holden - Managing Director, Douglas Allen
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotAmazing service
Sold my property in no time & surpassed my expectations. Thanks Ray, Nathan & Janine!
Mr · 18 April 2016
Agent replied · 28 October 2024
Dear Mr Patel,Thank you very much for your kind words regarding our Wanstead office following the successful sale of your property,I appreciate you taking the time to post this review and your custom.Kind regards,Jon Holden - Managing Director, Douglas Allen
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotWill Nash
Will Nash has been enormously helpful and responsive in helping me secure mortgages. Highly recommended!
Wayne · 26 February 2016
Agent replied · 28 October 2024
Dear Mr Simper,Thank you very much for your kind words regarding our Mortgage Advisor Will Nash and I am glad he was able to help you secure the best mortgage as he has for so many of our customers.Regards,Jon Holden - Managing Director, Douglas Allen
★★★★★ 4/5
TrustpilotPatient and Helpful
Although new, Hassan has been helpful, professional and optimistic - keep up the good work.
Anonymous · 18 February 2016
Agent replied · 28 October 2024
Dear Anonymous,Thank you for your comments regarding the work that Hassan at the East Ham branch has done.Helping our clients is one of our core values and i am pleased to hear that it is alive within the branches.Thanks againRob wadeAssociate Operations director
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotI had the pleasure of dealing with…
I had the pleasure of dealing with Khalleesha although we decided to go with the first property that we saw via a private sale. she was very attentive and out of all the agencies that we were in touch with she was the only sales person who kept in contact with us. And being in the Financial Services industry myself she is a very strong asset for your business.sadly we couldn't place our business with Khalleesha marks out of a 100 = 150 Malcolm Nathan
M · 30 March 2022
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotGood service before and after sale
Sold our house after another estate agent had failed to do so. After we accepted the offer, Natasha the sales progressor was really helpful, always returned our calls, and was able to get through to the conveyancers which I was seldom able to (I wouldn't recommend their conveyancing partners, choose a good local solicitor instead!).
Mark · 7 December 2020
Agent replied · 28 October 2024
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Many thanks,Douglas Allen
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWould highly recommend Douglas Allen and Terry especially, he has made the viewing and buying process very smooth and took time to take us through the process as first time buyers.
Kiera · 23 October 2023
Agent replied · 22 October 2024
Hi Kiera,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for the kind words regarding Terry, we're delighted to hear how smooth he has been able to make the viewing and buying process for you. We'll pass your feedback along.
Best wishes,
Douglas Allen.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleGreat team at the Wickford branch particularly Jazzmin Harris. Really friendly and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend Jazz if you’re looking to buy or sell a property.
Hayley · 23 October 2022
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotI went into Douglas Allen in Chadwell…
I went into Douglas Allen in Chadwell Heath because I wanted help finding a house and understanding the processes. I spoke with Budrul and he was very friendly and professional from the get go. He explained everything in detail and made me speak to an financial advisor to go over my costs. Will definitely recommend this estate agent.
Saidul · 10 December 2019
Agent replied · 28 October 2024
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Many thanks,Douglas Allen
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotI really appreciate the suppprt from…
I really appreciate the suppprt from Douglas Allen as an organisation. I was particularly pleased with the first class customer service from Aseena. There were no delays. I would highly recommend!
Jason · 30 April 2022
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotCompliment So far
We are in the process of selling our property and I wanted to compliment tow members on the team at Eastham. Maureen and Wassim have been extremely helpful, supportive and reassuring in such a big time in our lives. I found Wassim personable, profession and honest. I have found Maureen Sensitive, professional and supportive. I feel at ease with EastHam Dougals Allen
Nicolle · 13 December 2016
Agent replied · 28 October 2024
Hi Nicolle,Thank you for your comments regarding Maureen and Waseen in the East Ham office, I am pleased that they are both acting in a professional and personal manor. I hope the sales goes through smoothly.Thanks againRob wadeAssociate Operations Director
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotFriendly, helpful and efficient team
Friendly, helpful and efficient team. I spoke with Deniz about being referred to their mortgage advisor. Appointment set up within the same day.Owen Massarella, found very competitive mortgage deals and submitted these on a Saturday to secure the deal. Thank you.Excellent service.
Hanife · 25 November 2022
Agent replied · 28 October 2024
Hello Hanife,Thank you so much for leaving us a review, we're delighted to hear that you are so happy with the support you have received from our team.Best of luck on your property journey!Douglas Allen
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotGreat!
I chose Douglas Allen because of good reviews and I am happy I did so. It had been an excellent service from Abbie, Basildon branch. Very professional, quick to respond to all questions and it had been a great experience. I had worked with a handful of estate agents over the years and it is indeed a brilliant service.
Anonymous · 19 February 2019
Agent replied · 28 October 2024
Hi ,thank you for taking the time to post your 5 star review regarding Abbie in the Basildon branch. I am please to see that you had a great experience with her and the service was BRILLIANT .Thanks againRob wadeAssociate Operations Director
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotCame into Woodford a few years after…
Came into Woodford a few years after buying my home to refinance. Steve remembered me and even though he was busy he took time to help me with some questions. Great advice and so nice to think I am still valued years later. If I ever sell then there is only one choice for me and that's Douglas Allen
Michelle · 6 February 2019
Agent replied · 28 October 2024
Dear Michelle,Thank you very much for your 5 Star review, once a customer with DA always a customer with DA!Steve would have been delighted to have helped you.Kind regards,Jon Holden - Managing Director
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotParis and Monet - Lettings
Paris stepped in after a member of staff quickly left employment - after a week of our calls and emails going unanswered Paris became our point of contact and between her Monet they rebuilt our confidence and the rest of the process was stress free. First time ever I can see we have felt genuinely cared for as customers. Thank you!!
Sam · 15 May 2017
Agent replied · 28 October 2024
Dear Sam, I am sorry to hear that you had calls and Emails not replied to with the speed we would like after the change of staff, although I am pleased to hear that Paris and Monet have re built the trust and the customer service levels we would expect. We look forward to working with you and ensuring that the level of service continues throughout the Letting period. I appreciate your feedback and apologise about the initial issuesKind regardsPaul IngletonAssociate Operation Director
★★★★★ 1/5
TrustpilotDouglas Allen Wickford
Firstly, I would like to retract the original review I made for Douglas Allen Estate Agents in Wickford back in Aug 2021. I was literally forced to write a good review whilst the ink was still wet on the contract. Let me now tell you the real reason I am awarding just one star, and trust me, that's being generous!! My house sold literally the same day but DA did not look at my buyer's chain properly which was involved in an EWS1 form re: cladding on their flat. Needless to say, the chain collapsed. It went up with DA again and sold same day again, however, yet again DA did not do their homework properly and my buyer was entangled with a property investor buying their house who had no mortgage offer. Chain collapsed!!! The sales progressor was awful to deal with, it was like treading on egg shells around her and I found her very rude. Greg, the sale agent, kept telling me to 'calm down and stop stressing' which I found highly offensive. I am a professional business woman and don't need to be told by a 25 yr old to calm down when I was perfectly calm! I finally brought in Stuart, the branch manager, to complain about the lack of work put into my house sale who was extremely condescending and said I had 'personally offended him' when I mentioned the sale progressor only looked at my file once a week (which she told me because she was so busy!). I gave DA notice (2 wks) in which time I said if they could turn the sale round, then all well and good. Not once did Stuart attempt to follow up with me to see if I was happy after our initial call. Shocking management Stuart!!! With so many agencies out there offering fees at half the cost and with much better service, I doubt Douglas Allen will be around much longer. They push and push their poor staff for sales results which in this market is practically impossible. They unfortunately forgot about the 'personal touch'. As for the glowing Google reviews, don't believe what you read!!!
Emma · 26 January 2022
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotVery happy with the service Maria and…
Very happy with the service Maria and Ben from the Walthamstow office have provided. They’ve been helping me with a recent purchase of a property and have quickly dealt with any enquiries I’ve had. They have been very efficient in keeping me up to date with any progress and have been very enjoyable to work with so far.
Lindsey · 15 July 2019
Agent replied · 28 October 2024
Dear Lindsey,Thank you for your kind comments and 5 star review of the help you have received when buying your home through our Walthamstow office. Maria runs a very professional team and will be delighted they were able to assist you.On behalf of everyone I wish you much happiness in your new home.Kind regards,Jon Holden- Managing Director, Douglas Allen
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotGreat service from the Chingford team
The whole team at Douglas Allen chingford have been extremely helpful making the entire buying process a lot less stressful than I had imagined. They have been extremely attentive Everyone has been happy to answer my many questions . We are currently in the process of buying our new home and couldn't be happier with the service we are receiving.
Mrs · 11 March 2018
Agent replied · 28 October 2024
Dear Mrs K,Thank you for posting your 5 star review regarding the Chingford team. Our aim is to help our customers achieve their dream move and it seems that the team are helping you do this.I hope the sale completes soon and you will be happy in your new home.Thanks againRob wadeAssociate Operations Director
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotAs Executor for a dear friend
As Executor for a dear friend, I have had the responsibility for the sale of his house. From the time it was first marketed, I have been very impressed with the staff involved. The sale did take some time through no fault of Douglas Allen & the help support & updates provided have been tremendously appreciated. Particular mention must be made of Rosalie Kurton who has always been available, even after hours, extraordinarily knowledgeable & helpful. Chelsea Baldwin played her part, & more recently Riana has proved most friendly & gone out of her way to find answers for me. All these under the expert guidance of Maureen Grey of course.
Rob · 13 January 2022
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotWe sold our house in Wickford via …
We sold our house in Wickford via Douglas Allen. The service provided by all concerned was excellent - from the in house bridging loan for our new home through to completion (after some mishaps along the way with one prospective buyer falling off the face of the earth and suddenly becoming uncontactable).All told, well done to all involved.Karl Willy Born
Karl · 14 November 2017
Agent replied · 28 October 2024
Dear Karl, I am so pleased to hear that the service you experienced from our Wickford office was as you say excellent, as a company we are aware that delivering on our promises and ensuring that we keep you regularly updated help to ensure where things go wrong, we are there to ensure we get back on track as soon as possible.All the best in your new home and we look forward to helping you or anyone else you know in the futureKind regardsPaul Ingleton - Associate Operations Director
★★★★★ 5/5
Trustpilotmortgage and finding a good house could…
mortgage and finding a good house could be stressful experience and with a great agent, Anita Kaur made it easier and overwhelming experience. very friendly and polite.
Baran · 20 August 2022
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotI was dreading this move but Steve was…
I was dreading this move but Steve was so helpful and kept me up to date regularly, I was surprised it was so easy. Thanks Steve.
Emma · 26 September 2022
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotThank you Jazz at Wickford Douglas…
Thank you Jazz at Wickford Douglas AllenQuick note of thanks to Jazz for being so helpful, answering all our questions and making what can be an overwhelming process a positive experience.
Hannah · 3 February 2022
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotEast Ham branch
East Ham branchAs first time buyers we signed up with many agents, but Hasan and Maureen at Douglas Allen were by far the most helpful, always calling us and making a real effort to find us the right house. Which they eventually did. If you're looking to buy in East Ham, register at Douglas Allen before you go anywhere else.
Mike · 25 January 2017
Agent replied · 28 October 2024
Hi Mike ,thank you for your comments regarding Maureen and Hasan in my East Ham office. We push our staff to be pro active in helping our customers find their dream home and it seems to have paid of.I hope you will be happy in your new homethanks againRob wadeAssociate Operations Director
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