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★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleAvoid Brennan Ayre O’Neill Lettings, Unprofessional and Negligent
We’ve rented through Brennan Ayre O’Neill for the past 14 months, and it has been a consistently frustrating and disappointing experience from start to finish. This review specifically concerns their lettings department, not their estate agency, as we’ve had no dealings with that side.
Communication is virtually non-existent. From the beginning, responses were slow and inconsistent. At one point, they didn’t even show up for a scheduled property inspection with no notice or follow-up. This lack of reliability became a recurring issue throughout the tenancy.
Maintenance issues were ignored or met with rude, dismissive responses. Emails and phone calls often went unanswered. When we raised serious concerns like damp and mould, the blame was shifted onto us, rather than any real effort made to assess or resolve the problem despite it clearly being a longstanding structural issue.
Their contractors were unreliable and careless. Work was frequently left unfinished, and in some cases, contractors left rubbish dumped in the alleyway next to our property. We had to constantly chase both the contractors and the agency for updates or completion and even then, the standard of work and level of accountability was unacceptable.
The staff we dealt with were often rude, unhelpful, and dismissive. Once the tenancy was signed, their interest in providing any sort of professional service vanished. It felt like tenants were treated as an inconvenience rather than customers.
To any prospective tenants or landlords: avoid Brennan Ayre O’Neill lettings at all costs. They are unresponsive, unprofessional, and take no accountability for problems. We would never rent through them again and strongly advise others to steer clear.
Our landlord has now switched letting agents and the difference in just one month says a lot about the property “management” or lack of from Brennan Ayre O’Neill.
Lauren · 16 September 2025
Agent replied · 16 April 2026
Hi Lauren,
I am sorry to hear about your experience and it will be passed onto the lettings department to be investigated.
Regards
BAO
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleTom and his team have been incredible throughout the process of selling my house and worked along me in a very long chain, supporting me with detailed information with my onward purchase. I would highly recommend BAO as they are genuine and very supportive every step of the way. Thank you again BAO for your excellent, professional service.
Byron · 30 June 2024
Agent replied · 26 August 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We wish you all the very best.
Regards
The Team @ BAO
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleI would like to thank dear Rob and his team for bringing me to my beautiful home in a period of 2 months. I highly recommend it to everyone. Thank you very much.
Rojan · 25 May 2025
Agent replied · 16 April 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. It really does mean a lot.
Regards
Team BAO
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe used BAO for both our sale and purchase and couldn't fault them at all. Robs valuation was spot on and we sold within days of going on the market! All of the team were a pleasure to deal with and even though our purchase wasn't straightforward everyone was kept up to date and they were helpful throughout. Liz and Karen were brilliant pre sale and Carla was fantastic for dealing with solicitors. Wouldn't hesitate to use again!PositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value
Rachel · 13 June 2022
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Thank you.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share experience.
Regards
The team at BAO
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe can not thank Brennan Ayre O`Neill enough for selling our properties. Rob came out to see us after us being on with other agents. The advise he gave us was honest and he recommended us to market the properties differently leading us to achieve a buyer. The staff in the office Carla, Liz and Karen were very helpful and nothing was too much trouble and seen the sales right the way through till the end. If you are thinking about selling we would highly recommend this company. Thanks very much guys. From The Oby`s.PositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism
Greg · 13 June 2021
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Thank you
We really appreciate you taking the time to share experience.
Regards
The team at BAO
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleHad used BAO several years previously to successfully sell my family home. I was delighted to find the same team in place all these years later.
As before, BAO were very responsive from the start, giving me advice on the current market and being realistic with the sales price. They also helped me find a very good conveyancing solicitor.
Within three days of the property being on the market, we had an offer. Lockdown 3 intervened but nothing stopped BAO ( in particular Carla), and we sold the property without a hitch.
This was the easiest sale I have ever had. I can’t tell you how grateful I am to Carla and the team for their excellent service...it is so important to have someone at the end of the phone (or email) who you know is battling away for you.
Thank you all once again BAO.PositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value
Samkevsamkev · 13 June 2021
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Thank you.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share experience.
Regards
The team at BAO
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleFrom start to finish the management and staff were outstanding during a long wait for our property, Tom and Emma and the other staff gave us upto date information and chased down solicitors and gave us reassurance when things were close to closing down the deal from other vendors... it is a stressful time when you have to try and balance your work/life balance whilst working away from home, and I phoned them up a lot but with there professional manor they were always polite and helpful. Thanks again from us both and we love our new forever home, best wishes and will use you again when we choose to sell in about 20yrs.
Wayne · 16 December 2025
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleBrennan Ayre O’Neill have just sold my house , I have to say throughout the process all staff have been very informative starting with Rob when he came to do the initial valuation through to Liz arranging the viewings and Carla keeping me updated on a regular basis throughout the process.
All staff have been professional with a friendly approach and are very knowledgeable within the industry and I have to say selling my house through them has been a “STRESS FREE” experience which I am sure not many can say when buying/selling a property.
A BIG thank you to Rob, Carla, Liz and Julie and I would highly recommend anyone looking to buy or sell a property to give B-A-O a call.
Lynn Moore
Lynn · 14 June 2018
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Lynn,
A huge thank you for sharing your experience.
Regards
The Team @ BAO
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleExcellent communicators & proactive in overcoming any issues. Carla, Karen and Liz were so helpful throughout the process of purchasing a house in the Wirral. They always returned my calls and were happy to talk through any questions or concerns I had. Thank you for making the difficult process of moving somewhat easier!!
Mark · 16 April 2023
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Thank you.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share experience. … More
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleFirst class estate agent. Carla was outstanding in keeping me updated every step of the way during my house sale. I would highly reccommend them.
They are true professionals. Thank you so much!
Tinkerbel · 27 March 2024
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Many thanks for sharing your experience.
Regards … More
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleOffered on a property on 26th August. Took them until 6th September to let me know that this had been rejected.
This was despite the fact that I had emailed them multiple times chasing for an update, and being told by Emma that I would hear back on 4th September.
I even received a mail from Liz on 5th September, asking for feedback and whether I’d offer on the property. Despite the fact I had offered around 10 days prior.
Awful comms with clients, and clearly awful comms within house
Carl · 27 March 2024
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Dear Carl,
Whilst we are sorry to read your comments we thank you for taking the time to bring this to our attention.
This situation will be looked into to ensure it does not happen again.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleThe entire team that we dealt with at BAO was consistently outstanding. We had to sell our property while living in another country and the BAO team helped us so much to prepare the property, advise us and once our property was ready, the listing was just right. We obtained multiple offers and the entire process through contract exchange went smoothly. We were always promptly kept informed of any issues and our questions were always answered within the day. A truly outstanding group of professionals that were a delight and fun to work with!! Thank you, BAO.
Ann · 27 March 2024
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Thank you so much for sharing your experience.
Regards
The Team at BAO
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe have just bought our new house which was being sold by BAO in Prenton. Carla kept us up to date every step of the way and as there were six properties in our chain that was quite a task but she did an amazing job. Thanks also to the rest of the team at BAO in Prenton.PositiveResponsiveness, Professionalism
Sandra · 13 June 2021
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Thank you
We really appreciate you taking the time to share experience.
Regards
The team at BAO
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleA very efficient and thorough service. People I dealt with were friendly and very informative. It is 17 years since I last moved so their advice and guidance were invaluable. Nothing was any trouble in terms of me asking questions. They understood my requirements and delivered what I wanted. A smooth process from start to finish. Thanks to Carla for all her support.
Trevor · 14 June 2018
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Trevor,
Thank you for sharing your experience.
Regards
The team at BAO
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe had a wonderful experience dealing with BAO amidst a very stressful market. We were the buyers in this case, but they were always happy to help and facilitated our purchase under a tight time crunch. We felt we could rely on them for information and support throughout the process. Everyone at the Prenton office was amazing, but special thanks for Liz and Carla for all the assistance! As we said to them, we hope we don't have to move again, but if we do, we would absolutely go to them.PositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism
Megan · 27 August 2022
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Thank you.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share experience.
Regards
The team at BAO
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe had a few agents around to value our house and all talked the talk, you know the "we'll have people queuing up to buy this, infact, I have 4 people I can have round for a viewing today" spiel, but it was only Rob of BAO that actually had us a viewing within an hour of him giving us a valuation. The couple came round as soon as I told him it was fine for them to come and have a look and the next day we accepted an offer off that same couple, we couldn't believe it! The house had sold straight away without any for-sale sign or advertising etc simply because BAO were on the ball from the get go and already had the right buyers in place.
We also bought our current house through BAO and again they were brilliant, they really are a cracking team, really professional, courteous and down to earth. There are slightly cheaper agents out there but really not by much, not so much so that I'd go with anyone else because I know with the team at BAO Prenton I'm getting the best service possible.PositiveProfessionalism
Gary · 27 August 2022
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Thank you.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share experience.
Regards
The team at BAO
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleGAZUMPED GASUMPED GAZUMPED !!!
Liz from Prenton done the viewing, told us it was her own property ! spent ages with her discussing the house , said we would be in touch In the morning which we did . She accepted our offer as we were cash buyers as she wanted a quick no mess sale ie no mortgage needed, took all the necessary details and said she would instruct Emma from bromborough office straight away !
Then we get a call off liz saying there’s been a better offer and now Emma’s dealing with everything, Emma said she agreed with me that this was wrong but it’s entirely upto the vendor Liz and that she wants to accept a better offer !!!
Today I had one of the owners BAO call me to say at the end of the day everyone wants to get the best on price and sorry if you feel let down but that’s the way it is .
We certainly feel we have been shafted .
We looked at their reviews and seems Liz and Emma let down others in similar situations so make your own minds up before getting shafted yourselves.
Steven · 30 June 2024
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleThey weren't even our estate agent but rather were handling the sale of a property to us (which fell through when we were gazumped 😔), however every member of staff we dealt with at BAO was friendly, professional and efficient. They were proactive, always called back when they said they would and we never had any trouble reaching them by telephone or email. That may sound like basic stuff but tell that to our estate agent... Wish I'd used BAO myself.
Phil · 13 June 2021
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Hi Phil,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
Regards
The team at BAO
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleThis firm came recommended to me, and I used it to sell my father's flat. All the staff I came into contact with were pleasant, professional and did everything that they said they would do. Because I don't live in the vicinity of the flat in question, the office staff looked after interested parties, taking them around the flat on my behalf. I was kept regularly informed on what was going on, both by telephone and by e-mail. A sale might not have been concluded as quickly as it was if it was not for the proactive recontacting of one interested party by a member of staff (having asked for my authority to do so) when we decided the drop the sale price. A very good experience.
Ian · 14 June 2018
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Mr Gayward, thank you for sharing your experience.
Regards
The team at BAO
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleChloe helped us through the process of 3 years looking for a property while the rest of the team was ever so helpful.
Cannot recommend enough.
Adam · 28 September 2024
Agent replied · 16 April 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. It really does mean a lot.
Regards
Team BAO
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleAll I can say is throughout any purchase or sales I have used Brennan ayre Oneil for over the years and my recent sale I have found all the team to be professional, polite, efficient, friendly, funny and do an excellent job with excellent communication and teamwork.
Eileen · 16 April 2023
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Eileen,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. … More
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleBought our new home through Brennan Ayre O’neil this month. Although the purchase took longer than expected they kept us updated through the complete process. (more than our solicitors)
Brennan Ayre O’Neill done everything possible to move the purchase along, and I can’t speak highly enough of the service they gave.
A big thank you must go to Carla, for all her efforts.
Phil Sloan
Phil · 14 June 2018
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Mr Sloan,
Thank you for sharing your experience.
Enjoy your new home
Regards
The Team @ BAO
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleMost excellent service. Could not fault them. Particularly Emma, was so helpful.
Hazel · 13 June 2020
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Hi Hazel
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will be sure to pass your comments onto the team.
Regards
BAO
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleThe staff were really helpful in supporting us with the purchase of a house, from arranging viewings to supporting us with recommendations for a surveyor and contractors to provide estimates for work that needed doing as highlighted in the …
Joyce · 16 April 2023
Agent replied · 12 June 2024
Thank you.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share experience. … More
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