Trusted Agent profile · Bishop Auckland
★★★★★
780 reviews across 2 platforms
147-149 Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7EN
Hunters's office in Bishop Auckland, at 147-149 Newgate Street, is rated 2.9 out of 5 across 780 reviews on two platforms, including 169 Google reviews rated 4.8.
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5/5
TrustpilotHunters have sold our house…
Hunters in Bearwood have sold our house expertly…Mark followed our remit , dotting all the eyes and crossing the tees. They offer and maintain a friendly professional experience at all times.. Mark and Cherie were/are a delight to work with solving any issues as they arise .. If you want to seek a property use them⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
2/5
TrustpilotDisappointed
Disappointed, we learned our house purchase had fallen through at the point of us being ready to exchange on our property. We found out that the office had known about it and left it to the agent, who had been looking after us, to tell us after she came back from annual leave! We never got a reason for the purchase to fall through and they even tried delaying us putting an offer in on another property. Luckily this was with another agent and we trusted our gut as the trust with Hunters had gone. 7 weeks later we were in our new home. Felt let down and disappointed with Hunters. This was our first and last time dealing with them.
1/5
TrustpilotMy experience with Hunters was deeply…
My experience with Hunters was deeply disappointing. Repeated administrative errors relating to notices and tenancy handling caused unnecessary delays, additional time, and avoidable stress during possession proceedings. When I recently contacted the branch again regarding future instructions, I was informed in a dismissive manner that they no longer wished to work with me due to previous disputes, disputes which arose from their own handling failures. Professionalism, accountability, and respectful communication appear seriously lacking based on my experience!
1/5
TrustpilotInvasion of privacy-HUNTERS LETTING AGENTS IN TRING-why not answering e mails matters
HUNTERS LETTING AGENTS IN TRING Thinking of renting via Hunters in Tring? My experience is very poor, at the moment they are not even replying to my e mails. Have had lots of problems with hot water etc, but my Xmas has been ruined by landlord taking it upon themselves to enter my home, poke around, opening cupboards etc, comment on water heater left on, all whilst I am away, under the pretext of a non essential repair that has been outstanding for 4 months at least. Hunters seem to think this is all ok, no reply to any of my e mails (nothing new there), for the last 4 days. I think this is really irresponsible behaviour by a letting agent as this feels like an invasion of privacy, am struggling to get early flight home to try to stop this from happening. I think there are good reasons why Hunters don't actively have a trust pilot account, on reading the reviews that is understandable.
1/5
TrustpilotEnquired about a property
Enquired about a property. Travelled a round trip of 10 hours to view said property. Landlord accepted application but needed to contact freeholder to seek permission to let. Original chap I was dealing with was superb, but he went on leave. Hunters then left me sat for a week without communication, and let to someone else during that period. Absolutely infuriating waste of time and effort and an appalling way to treat a potential customer. Don't go near them.
5/5
GoogleExcellent service from start to finish. Extremely professional, nothing was too much trouble and the communication was consistent. Very reasonable sales fees. I would use Hunters again and I would highly recommend them.
Hi Leslie, hope the move went well and you are enjoying your new home, thanks for you review and hope to see you when you are back in Bishop, all the best Adam
5/5
GoogleReally positive experience from start to finish. Communication was clear throughout and everything was handled professionally and efficiently. Would definitely recommend. Everybody we communicated with was very helpful.
Hi Anthony, thank you for the review, great working with you, glad we could get you property sold, hope to work with you again in the future, all the best Adam.
1/5
TrustpilotAvoid with all cost!
Rented an apartment they told me it was deep cleaned before handing over the keys and everything would be fixed etc nothing was cleaned blood on walls mould in all rooms had a faulty/leaky boiler very slack on emails no communication in there office also they was very rude over the phone we never moved into the property due to all the damages and mould etc I was willing to give up my first months rent and for them to send me back the deposit but they refused to send anything back I would highly do not recommend this company/agancey to rent/buy a property from they are useless and slack
1/5
Trustpilot"Avoid Hunters Property Management
"Avoid Hunters Property Management, Inefficient, Rude, and Unprofessional" My experience with Hunters Property Management has been extremely disappointing and frustrating. They have consistently demonstrated poor service, inefficiency, and a dismissive attitude towards tenant concerns. Ineffective Issue Resolution: Hunters fails to handle even basic maintenance issues. For example, a heating issue during winter was passed to the landlord without any attempt to troubleshoot. I had to step in and take personal risks to resolve the problem myself, only to discover it was a simple battery replacement. Their inability to perform even basic triage highlights their lack of professionalism and problem-solving capabilities. Creating Gaps Between Tenants and Landlords: Instead of acting as a competent mediator, Hunters merely relays messages between tenants and landlords, causing delays and unnecessary misunderstandings. This approach has damaged the relationship between myself and the landlord, as the agency often fails to communicate effectively or accurately. Rude and Dismissive Behavior: The staff frequently respond to concerns with a dismissive tone, making tenants feel unsupported and undervalued. Their arrogant demeanor gives the impression that addressing tenant concerns is a favor rather than their responsibility. Neglecting Tenant Safety and Comfort: Health and safety issues, such as rat infestations and malfunctioning alarms, were not addressed promptly, despite the serious risks they posed. The lack of urgency in handling these matters has caused significant stress and discomfort for my family. Minimal Value Added: Hunters operates more like a messenger than a property management service. They fail to provide meaningful solutions and seem content to pass the burden of responsibility onto others, leaving tenants to fend for themselves. Overall, Hunters Property Management has proven to be unprofessional, inefficient, and dismissive. Both tenants and landlords deserve better. I strongly advise against using their services if you value timely resolutions, respect, and effective communication.
1/5
TrustpilotHunters are not interested
Hunters let the house adjacent to ours. There have been multiple pipe leaks around the bathroom causing flooding which in turn is causing damp smells on our side due to the length of time taken to address the issues. It's been repaired after four weeks now within hours water is currently coming through the ceiling next door soaking our party wall and they have told the tennant it's livable no problem. Hopefully they won't charge them for a wet room!!!
5/5
TrustpilotI have been struggling for months to…
I have been struggling for months to find a decent flat to rent. I tried several letting agents, but none of them could find a suitable place for me. However, I finally found Hunters Letting Agents, and I want to thank Amy for guiding me through all the necessary steps to secure my flat. I would highly recommend Hunter Letting Agents to anyone in search of a rental property.
5/5
GoogleWe recently purchased a property through this Estate Agency and I really can't speak highly enough of them, particularly Ella Steadman-Lloyd, Ella played a pivotal role in moving our purchase forward when it continually felt as if the whole process was stalling or worse still all about to collapse, Ella was always on hand to act as a bridge between us and the vendor and our respective solicitors and was always the voice of reason, can honestly say we would not be in a position to actually move house in the next few days without Ella's help, she is an absolute asset to this Agency.PositiveResponsiveness, Professionalism
Hi Linda, really glad we got you moving, it was lovely working with you, pop in to see us if you are passing, kind Regards, Ella.
5/5
GoogleI chose Hunters to market the family home following my Mother's passing earlier this year. It proved to be a good decision The property was well presented via professional photos & write up. Ella Steadman and her team carried out the work in a highly professional and efficient manner, always keeping me well informed on the various stages of the sale. Ella was particularly pro-active in progressing the later stages of conveyancing ( extended due to Covid) with the buyer's team and liasing with my Solicitor, to reach a satisfactory conclusion . Thank you Ella for a job well done. I will have no hesitation in recommending Hunters to anyone seeking to sell a property.PositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value
Hi Dave, thanks for the review I really appreciate you taking the time and am glad we were able to help, kind regards, Ella
5/5
GoogleVery good service and helped to sell home very quickly! Brilliant throughout viewings and very professionally done! keep you updated throughout! Support given throughout
Hi Charlotte, thank you for review it really is appreciated. Hope you will be very happy in your new home, all the best, Adam.
5/5
GoogleSelling house with Hunters was nice and easy. Starting from photos to follow-ups with Solicitors, updates and I personally found staff Elizabeth friendly and always ready to extend the help. Absolutely amazing *****
Thank you for your kind review. So glad we could get you moved, if you need anything in the future let us know 🙂 …
1/5
TrustpilotDamaged our house, and we're not even their clients!
Hunters hung a "for sale" sign on our property, which was a surprise to us, since we were neither selling nor letting the property. When asked to take it down, four visible holes have been left in the wall of our home. It has been six and a half weeks, and the holes are still there. In a couple of weeks, we're going to need to escalate this to the ombudsman. Frankly, I'd be happy with getting the cost of some filler from them and doing it myself. Companies need to be held responsible for damage - they cannot be let off with an "oopsie, my bad".
5/5
TrustpilotI had an outstanding experience working…
I had an outstanding experience working with Gary as my estate agent. From the very beginning, he was professional, approachable, and incredibly knowledgeable about the market. He took the time to understand my needs and guided me through every step of the process with clarity and patience. What really stood out was Gary's communication - he kept me informed at all times, promptly answered questions and made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and manageable.
1/5
TrustpilotViewed a rental property
Viewed a rental property. I wanted to proceed but then told they wanted to collect more interest and no communication whatsoever. Absolute shocking service and wouldn't recommend at all. Thankfully I got no further with my application, well I guess I don't know cause they never come back to me. What a joke!!
5/5
TrustpilotThank you Jasmine
Hunters delivered an impeccable service from beginning to end. Communication was excellent, and they were always available whenever we needed them. A special thank you to Jasmine, we are incredibly grateful for everything she did.
5/5
GoogleMy sister and I used Hunter's to sell our mother's bungalow for her, and we cannot praise them highly enough. Thorough, prompt in their responses and actions, kind-hearted and patient. Their helpfulness and professionalism kept this process smooth and relatively painless. A big thank you to Adam and his entire team.
Dear Carol, thank you for the kind words and the lovely review, great working with you, all the best for the future, Kind Regards, Adam
1/5
Trustpilotlettings fees are very high
For lettings their fees are very expensive. First 3 months of my 450 rent studio flat they took and I did not get anything. When tenant leaves another month will be gone as inventory check is 180 and cleaning in 250 and this is for a studio flat. If i want to cancel the contract i have to pay 900. Stay away.
5/5
GoogleI'm so pleased we chose this fantastic team to sell our house. Great advice, great communication throughout the process and excellent recommendations for reliable local services to support the process. Big thanks to all the team who I would recommend without hesitation.
Hi Mike, great working with you, thanks for taking the time to post a review, all the best Adam
5/5
TrustpilotI have only great things to say about Hunters Middleton!
I have only great things to say about Hunters Middleton branch! From the very first phone call right up to exchanging contacts They have been beyond brilliant. I absolutely loved the pictures of my house and the write up most definitely did my house justice. My house sold within 4 days and I was over the moon with the price!Nicole was the shining star for me- she kept in daily contact and was the most reassuring and helpful person every single step of the process. She chased up people when they needed it ensuring the sale moved along at pace. Thank you so much Hunters but especially a massive thank you to Nicole- you have been amazingly!
1/5
TrustpilotDisappointed is an understatement..
To say we’re disappointed with the level of communication from the Horncastle Branch with Michael and Susan Noonan is an understatement and the level of service is a far cry from Michael's commitment to customer experience.Researching this branch shows multi-occasions that this activity has happened here.If you’re viewing a property with the intent to buy, don’t expect them to tell you if any other parties are interested. They’ll just pull it from under your feet along with any visions or excitement of a future you had in said house.Viewed a property two weeks ago, following the viewing we had a really positive conversation with Susan in the office expressing great interest, no more than a week later sold to another buyer with no communication. It would have been professional and courteous to reach out to the buyer but more so to the seller, as I’m certain they would like to have known of other interest. Susan and Michael took away any opportunity or chance to put in any offers, resulting in many wasted hours.I wouldn’t usually leave a review; but the tone in which Susan delivered the news was blunt, lacked any sort of empathy and very closed, to date I am still waiting for a reply to my email which I can only assume has been ignored.We will steer clear of this company for future sales and purchases, knowing that their priority doesn’t appear to be with either buyer or seller.Happy to receive a call or email to discuss our experience with you.
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