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Beresfords Lettings reviews in Colchester

4.7

★★★★★ Excellent

961 reviews across 2 platforms

145 High Street, Colchester, CO1 1PG

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Beresfords's office in Colchester, at 145 High Street, is rated 4.7 out of 5 across 961 reviews on two platforms, including 231 Google reviews rated 4.7.

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4.7 / 5

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5/5

Trustpilot

James at Beresford's was excellent and…

James at Beresford's was excellent and professional throughout my viewing of property and renting the property. He responded quickly to questions asked and made me feel well come. I attended the office today regarding a query he was excellent in explaining leading me to the right path and felt really comfortable.I will always use Berefords.

ALBERT · 3 October 2023

Agent replied · 19 June 2024

Hi Albert,Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review. I know James and the rest of our lettings team at Chelmsford will be very grateful for your kind words and 5-star rating. We look forward to working with you again in the future.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

5/5

Google

Sammy was always very friendly and helpful, her attitude has made it that if we buy or sell again we will use Sammy (Beresfords) firstPositiveResponsiveness, Professionalism

Gary · 27 August 2021

Agent replied · 26 August 2024

Hi Gary, Many thanks for the 5 star review for Sammy who is based at our Colchester office. Sammy is dedicated to providing the best possible customer care and will really appreciate your kind comments. We look forward to assisting you again in the future. Alison Horsley, Customer Services Manager

5/5

Google

During what has been an unprecedented year the sale of my property was handled with professionalism and efficiently by Tom Tothill. There are always hiccups along the way in any sale/purchase - but Tom assisted in the finding workable solutions to bring this transaction to a successful conclusion. Being realistic regarding timelines is essential and managing expectations of both buyer and seller is a part of the process that Tom managed very well.PositiveResponsiveness, Professionalism

P · 27 August 2021

Agent replied · 26 August 2024

Many thanks for the 5 star award and positive comments for Tom who is based at our office in Colchester. Whilst the last year has certainly been challenging, your sale would be been in very safe hands with Tom. He will do all possible to ensure a transaction goes through to exchange and completion, keeping all parties regularly updated along the way. Tom will very much appreciate you sharing your experience and look forward to assisting you again in the future. Alison Horsley, Customer Services Manager

5/5

Trustpilot

Tessa was helpful and informative and…

Tessa was helpful and informative and made our move very easy

Cherril · 2 June 2023

Agent replied · 19 June 2024

Hi Cherril,Thanks for providing your feedback. I was pleased to read your positive comments regarding Tessa, our Lettings Manager at Colchester. I'm glad that she assisted effectively in making your move as stress free as possible.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

5/5

Trustpilot

I couldn't have asked for more help…

I couldn't have asked for more help than I received from Lauren (Senior Renewals Coordinator) She sorted out any questions I raised in a timely manor with very quick responses where possible.

Santhem · 4 December 2024

Agent replied · 25 December 2024

Hi SanthemWe really appreciate you finding some time to provide us with your feedback. It's great that Lauren appears to have assisted you effectively with your recent renewal and that everything proceeded without issue.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

5/5

Trustpilot

Imogine (sorry if I spelt your name…

Imogine (sorry if I spelt your name wrong) but she was really nice and when she came to check the property we are currently renting in, she was very respectful and asked if she should take shoes off etc.

Anjy · 12 August 2024

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Many thanks for your positive feedback from your recent dealings with Imogen during her recent routine inspection to your rental property. I was pleased to read that her approach was professional and respectful.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

5/5

Trustpilot

They are always very helpful and if…

They are always very helpful and if anything is needed to be done they will organise it as quickly and efficiently as possible. They make sure as a tenant, that you are looked after, as well as the landlord.

LINDA · 5 August 2024

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Hi LindaThanks for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. I was pleased to read that as one of our tenants you feel that our lettings team respond swiftly when any maintenance based issues arise and that our team are looking after you, as well as the landlord.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

5/5

Trustpilot

Rental

Have delt with beresford once before and have mixed feelings the first time about 5 years ago the estate agent was very good polite and friendly but she left and had another lady take over who was very abrupt not a friendly person but so far this time everything has gone smoothly the lady (abby) has been excellent polite and professional fingers crossed the politeness and professionalism continues

Martin · 13 June 2022

Agent replied · 19 June 2024

Hi MartinMany thanks for your recent review. I appreciate your constructive feedback regarding your experience of dealing with us about 5 years ago. However, Abby has now been with us for some considerable time and does an excellent job. I am pleased that you have been impressed with her approach and I know she will be very grateful for your kind words.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

5/5

Trustpilot

Excellent service

All the lettings team were helpful professional and thorough from start to finish.Danny Chris Sarah and Abby were excellent thank you

Sharon · 12 April 2022

Agent replied · 19 June 2024

Hi SharonThanks so much for taking the time to post your review. I was pleased to read that you found the approach of our lettings team in Chelmsford both helpful and professional. I know the entire team will be very grateful for your kind words and 5-star rating.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

1/5

Google

Disappointed. I heard about this company via my friends and decided to give it a try. They showed me an amazing house and told me I got the house they even congratulated me multiple times. I spend 700 pounds on survey and 200 on a mortgage broker. They where adamant the deal was started from second of July and after a month they told us that another party had now taken the house. It is highly unprofessional to give guarantees to a buyer for a month and then break the deal when it best suits them. I would personally not recommend this place based on my own experience.

Aaliya · 28 August 2019

Agent replied · 26 August 2024

Dear Aaliya I have read your recent review and am naturally concerned and disappointed with the comments made within. Following a detailed review of the relevant file, our internal notes appear to outline a completely different view to your own in terms of how events unfolded throughout this transaction. These notes are recorded in real time as matters progresses and cannot be amended thereafter. Therefore I would be keen to discuss this matter with you in more detail to gain a greater understanding of your own frustrations. Please feel free to contact me on 01245 397499 during normal office hours. Alison Horsley

5/5

Google

Well done Karen! Much appreciated!

Kelvin · 11 October 2025

Agent replied · 11 October 2026

Hi Kelvin Thanks for posting your recent review. I know that Karen in our Property Maintenance department will be extremely grateful for your kind words and 5-star … More

5/5

Trustpilot

Corrine was very friendly and lovely

Corrine was very friendly and lovely. Made the visit very easy and quick,

Freddie · 7 February 2023

Agent replied · 19 June 2024

Hi FreddieThanks for your positive comments regarding Corrine. I am pleased that her visit went without issue and I know she will be very grateful for your kind words.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

5/5

Trustpilot

Ross and the Lettings Team

Ross and the Lettings Team at Beresford's have consistently performed at a high level of efficiency and reliability on all re-lets of the company's apartments. His communication is timely and very much appreciated.

SAIL · 24 October 2024

Agent replied · 19 June 2024

Thank you for finding some time to provide us with your feedback. I am pleased that Ross and the rest of our lettings team have delivered a consistently effective level of service to you. We all very much appreciate your 5-star rating.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

5/5

Trustpilot

Really good advice and very helpful

Really good advice and very helpful. James was a pleasure to deal with!

Mark · 31 January 2023

Agent replied · 19 June 2024

HI MarkThanks for your positive feedback following your recent dealings with our lettings department in Chelmsford, and particularly James. We are all very grateful for your 5-star rating.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

5/5

Trustpilot

Gabby Giedraite has excellent customer…

Gabby Giedraite has excellent customer care and she had all the right answers to our questions. She is definitely headed for greater heights in the estate industry and customer care. It was my first time to interact with Beresfords and the customer care and ease of information and reception was excellent.

S · 11 November 2023

Agent replied · 19 June 2024

Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. I am pleased that Gabby provided an excellent level of customer care throughout your transaction and answered all of your questions. I know she will be very grateful for your positive feedback.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

1/5

Google

- THE WORST CUSTOMER CARE. - THE WORST CONSIDERATION FOR THE - CLINICALLY VULNERABLE. THE WORST LETTING AGENTS. It has taken almost a year to sort a broken boiler and have never fixed water problems to note 2 of a long list. Believe me when I say there is no "Management" to this management company. They will side with the landlord on EVERYTHING until you simply go away. Rude, unhelpful and incompetent.NegativeProfessionalism

Chris · 27 August 2021

Agent replied · 26 August 2024

Dear Chris Having read the contents of your recent review, I wanted to respond to you personally. Apologies that it has taken a while, but I have recently returned back to work from having an operation. Naturally, I was disappointed to learn that you have been unhappy with the way in which our Property Management Team progressed maintenance based issues linked to a faulty boiler. I have made a point of reviewing our file notes myself and my understanding is that the first issues were experienced in April of last year, just as the UK went into lockdown. We reported the problem to the landlord who confirmed that they wanted their own contractor to deal with the repair once it was considered safe for them to enter the property. In the meantime you were advised that, as a short-term fix, radiator valves could be used to control the heating, so at no time were you without heating or hot water. Our notes indicate that the landlord opted to meet you at the property themselves last year and discussed the issue regarding the boiler with you directly. Shortly thereafter the landlord instructed a contractor themselves and the matter was resolved once and for all in September. I appreciate the time taken to rectify the issues was longer than normal but considering the restrictions in place at the time due to Coronavirus and the landlords preference to deal with themselves I do feel it harsh to blame Beresfords for the delays as to a certain extent the matter was taken out of our hands by the landlord. To suggest there was ‘no management’ is unfair as our extensive file notes tell a different story as we were in touch with you on a regular basis throughout. Nonetheless, we always welcome constructive feedback from customers as it helps us improve our service overall so are appreciative of your feedback. Steven Bond Managing Director, Residential Lettings

5/5

Google

Our estate agent Maria has been very helpful and professional. Always quick to respond to queries and really approachable, I would recommend.PositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism

Lorna · 27 August 2021

Agent replied · 26 August 2024

Hi Lorna, Many thanks for the 5 star award and kind comments for Maria who is based at our office in Colchester. Maria is focused on providing the best possible customer care and will really appreciate you sharing your experience. Thank you for the recommendation, we look forward to assisting you again in the future. Alison Horsley, Customer Services Manager

1/5

Trustpilot

Please beware when renting a property…

Please beware when renting a property from these estate agents, they are lazy, everything is an effort, they entered my house without permission, when we vacated they are now charging me £500 to cut grass in the garden, i asked for pictures of checkout and they told me we don't have to provide them so we won't. all the staff are very rude.please please please do your research before renting through this company, if you do decide to rent through beresford take a million pictures of before and after as you they have no morals and will try to get every penny out of you to make themselves look good infront of the Landlord.

M · 16 January 2019

Agent replied · 19 June 2024

Your review has just been brought to my attention as we do not currently subscribe to Trustpilot. I would be keen to find out more about the issues you raise as we would never charge anyone £500 to cut the grass and do not enter a property during a tenancy without providing prior notification to the tenants concerned! So please email me directly and I will investigate further. Many thanksSteven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettingssb@beresfords.co.uk

1/5

Trustpilot

This is a useless unprofessional estate…

This is a useless unprofessional estate agent, they do not make any effort, they are lazy and do not have a sense of business. Not only they do not find any buyers they also do not bother to take things right on the right move website. They are waste of time. They do not have any skills or proper training to evaluate properties. Please look at the houses they have evaluated on the right move. There are houses in Wickham bishops which do not have proper lounge, they do not have study , front garden and have only small back garden (and have only 4 bedrooms) this estate agent have evaluate those properties around £1000000 or £1100000. They are just a joke and do not have any common sense.

Ardeshir · 17 November 2018

Agent replied · 19 June 2024

Trustpilot is not a site we currently subscribe to and therefore I have just been alerted to the review you posted last year. Beresfords have been successfully operating throughout Essex since 1968 and a large proportion of our business is from personal recommendations and repeat business. Our clients benefit from our large network of offices and we have experienced staff with extensive local knowledge on hand to assist. As a business we invest significant time and money into training with a view to delivering consistently high levels of customer service. I can assure you, extensive research is carried out prior to any valuations taking place and figures given based on comparable evidence and other properties sold in the area. Please feel free to contact me at a.horsley@beresfords.co.uk to discuss further.Alison Horsley, Customer Services Manager.

1/5

Trustpilot

This is a useless unprofessional estate…

This is a useless unprofessional estate agent, they do not make any effort, they are lazy and do not have a sense of business. Not only they do not find any buyers they also do not bother to take things right on the right move website. They are waste of time. They do not have any skills or proper training to evaluate properties. Please look at the houses they have evaluated on the right move. There are houses in Wickham bishops which do not have proper lounge, they do not have study , front garden and have only small back garden (and have only 4 bedrooms) this estate agent have evaluate those properties around £1000000 or £1100000. They are just a joke and do not have any common sense.

Ar · 17 November 2018

Agent replied · 25 December 2024

Trustpilot is not a site we currently subscribe to and therefore I have just been alerted to the review you posted last year. Beresfords have been successfully operating throughout Essex since 1968 and a large proportion of our business is from personal recommendations and repeat business. Our clients benefit from our large network of offices and we have experienced staff with extensive local knowledge on hand to assist. As a business we invest significant time and money into training with a view to delivering consistently high levels of customer service. I can assure you, extensive research is carried out prior to any valuations taking place and figures given based on comparable evidence and other properties sold in the area. Please feel free to contact me at a.horsley@beresfords.co.uk to discuss further.Alison Horsley, Customer Services Manager.

5/5

Trustpilot

Ryan is a really courteous individual…

Ryan is a really courteous individual and a pleasure to deal with.

Harry · 7 February 2023

Agent replied · 19 June 2024

Hi HarryI really appreciate you taking time out to post your positive comments regarding Ryan. I am sure he will be very grateful.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

5/5

Trustpilot

We are a Happy tenants already 5 years

We are a Happy tenants already 5 years. The agency that represents both parts is Beresfords Agency.Very helpful, polite,operative,professional staff.Especially apreciate the help of Lauren Mobsby,because we got in touch many times.Thank you.

Brais · 1 October 2024

Agent replied · 28 October 2024

Hi BraisThank you so much for your kind words and positive comments. We are pleased that you have been happy with the service we have, and continue to provide to you. We all very much appreciate your 5-star rating.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

5/5

Trustpilot

An amazing team

An amazing team. Joe Wass is a professional and trustworthy person. He was very helpful and everything went smoothly.

Florin · 29 March 2022

Agent replied · 19 June 2024

Hi FlorinIt was great to read your positive comments about Joe Wass and the rest of the lettings team at Braintree. I am pleased that they impressed from beginning to end.Steven Bond Managing Director - Residential Lettings

5/5

Trustpilot

Used Beresfords for fully managed let

In order to let a property, went with Beresfords on a fully managed basis. All staff very helpful, several are Landlords themselves - so have the experience required. Service seems 100% so far, very impressed. Initially tried another well known high street agent who just didn't cut it on the service side. The staff seemed rather young and somewhat inexperienced, yet Beresfords the polar opposite from this!

Dan · 21 March 2022

Agent replied · 19 June 2024

Hi DanMany thanks for your comments regarding the service provided to you when choosing Beresfords to let your property. It is good to hear that you have been impressed with the service provided and that you have found the experience of our staff to be above and beyond that of other agencies you have dealt with. We appreciate your feedback and 5-star rating.Steven BondManaging Director - Residential Lettings

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