Trusted Agent profile · Congleton
★★★★★
2,214 reviews across 2 platforms
14 High Street, Congleton, CW12 1BD
Reeds Rains's office in Congleton, at 14 High Street, is rated 3.8 out of 5 across 2,214 reviews on two platforms, including 260 Google reviews rated 4.8.
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5/5
TrustpilotI have been very happy with Reeds Rains…
I have been very happy with Reeds Rains up to now. They are helpful and polite.
We're so happy to hear of your positive experience with us and that we could assist with your house sale! Thank you for your kind words. Regards, Reeds Rains
1/5
TrustpilotMacclesfield Office - Impressively bad service for a renter...
Macclesfield office and maintenance should hang their heads in shame!After 3 days in a rented property the plaster fell off the wall of my twin 2 year olds bedroom - the next day we had Reeds Rains contractors round who declared it was damp from a hole in the roof. I offered to pay for the fix on the day to protect my children but was not allowed as it had to go through our landlord and Reeds Rains.For 4 months we chased Reeds Rains, their maintenance team (based in Southampton with no access to a phone for 3 months despite never being available as they were 'on another call' when we contacted the maintenance team). Children were sick regularly, we taped the wall up, took our sick children into the office to prompt action...lots of sympathy and promises from various people but zero action or communication to explain why nothing was happening. We escalated our complaint after researching (as nobody in the process shared our possible next steps), 3 months later our landlord told Reeds Rains maintenance company he would not be fixing our roof or wall and he was angry at us as previous tenants hadn't complained. The maintenance company disappointingly told us this was the end of the process and there was nothing they could do - despite him obviously breaking his contractual obligation to four rot free walls and a roof.After almost 4 months of a young family living in a damp house and paying full rent whilst chasing people on a daily /weekly / monthly basis it got fixed for less than 3/4 of our monthly rent.Ongoing issues after 5 months include:*Bath not attached to the floor and fell on my mother in law 5 months ago - not fixed*Washing machine broke - not fixed*Dishwasher broke - not fixed*Fireplaces not attached to floor or walls - not fixedStill paying £1200 a month for this bargain and service - as a renter I suggest you avoid this company as they have not supported us, shared any information, expressed an interest in our welfare beyond taking our money and passing on our landlords cut.
Hello Vincent,Thank you for your comments and I am genuinely sorry to hear the problems that you have experienced with maintenance since moving into the property. When a maintenance issue is reported, our Maintenance Department have to take steps to gain the authorization from the Landlord to proceed with the works and then engage with a contractor. In this instance, this process did take longer than we would have hoped and was due to the original contractor having to be removed from the job. This meant that we had to begin the process again with a new contractor. I am pleased to hear that these works are now completed. Regarding the other issues that you have raised, I can see that we have approached the Landlord for the authorization to get these issues resolved. I trust that our Maintenance Department will be in contact soon and hopefully with a more positive outcome for you.Kind regards,Reeds Rains - Macclesfield
5/5
TrustpilotThe only estate agent with a personal touch!
Out of several estate agents contacted Reeds Rains were the only agent to contact me personally and at a time that suited me as I am not a UK resident.
We're so glad we could accommodate your schedule and provide personal contact. Thank you for your kind recommendation! Regards, Reeds Rains
1/5
TrustpilotAvoid.
Regarding the Salford Quays branch.They refused to comply with a request for our landlords address in line with Section 1 of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1985. Explicitly stated that the request was in line with this act and still declined.Requested a "relisting" fee, we came to an agreement to move out of the property early due to antisocial and criminal behaviour from a behaviour. When asked for an invoice and an itemised cost of the fee, this was also refused. £350 + VAT was requested to "relist" the property.Money was taken from our deposit to pay for a skip so a new drive could be laid. We were informed that "Rubbish had been left in the bins and a skip was needed to remove it" (unsure why the bins couldnt be put out for the bin man). We have since been back to the property and have seen a whole new drive has been laid. We are now being threatened with small claims court for the relisting fee. We are still in arbitration regarding the outstand part of our deposit that was not returned.Complaints have been made to Salford City regarding there practices and inability to follow tenancy law.Avoid.
Hi Rob,I am really sorry you have not been happy with the experience you’ve had from Reeds Rains. We take customer satisfaction very importantly. Following this review and your recent email, our Senior Property Manager, Joe Taylor is currently investigating these matters for you and will be in touch shortly with his response. Kind Regards,Greg Davies - Senior Branch Manager
1/5
TrustpilotStill waiting for my deposit back after…
Still waiting for my deposit back after 5 month ! Now saying landlord disputing it.. also waiting on calls back from phill in the office is a joke! Told constantly he’s not there or will call back to never hear from him!
We apologise for the deposit return delay and any communication issues. We take your concerns seriously and will look into this, please let us know which branch this was with. Regards, Reeds Rains
5/5
TrustpilotGreat estate agents
Great estate agents. Customer Service was fab. Leah and Tom were both very helpful and kept me up to date and chased solicitors etc. On the day of completion there was an issue with the funds being released and it was late in the day when we got the keys but Tom arranged for them to be dropped off as soon as funds had cleared. I wouldn't hesitate to use them if I move again.
5/5
TrustpilotProperty selling
Property selling - Pro-active attitude, weekly updates, ready to assist with tasks over and above just marketing and finding a buyer. You get more than expected from these Estate Agents
We're so glad to hear about your positive experience with our proactive approach and dedicated service. Thank you for your kind words! Regards, Reeds Rains
5/5
TrustpilotFantastic service
Extremely helpful and knowledgeable staff. I took their advice on a couple of issues and, as a result, sold my property quickly. Nothing is ever too much trouble. Great service.
We're so happy to hear our team's advice helped you sell your property quickly. Thank you for your kind words and for recognizing our great service! Regards, Reeds Rains
1/5
TrustpilotDeposit not returned
Moved out of a property over 2 weeks ago, no deposit returned even though full return was authorised by the landlord. No communication from the office, no one replies to emails honestly shocking from all departments. We have even been chased for rent that is not due. Our deposit seems to have disappeared into thin air and no one will get in contact with us from Reeds Rains Didsbury, we are horrified at the whole process with them. We received an email to say our deposit was no longer being protected over a week ago, but it has not been returned to us since it was sent, so where is it? DO NOT USE THIS LETTING AGENTS
5/5
TrustpilotResponded quickly to request for…
Responded quickly to request for information on property and good communication during placing offer.
We're so glad we could provide quick responses and clear communication throughout your offer process. Thank you for sharing your positive experience! Regards, Reeds Rains
5/5
GoogleReeds Rains have been fantastic throughout with our rental property. Marketing the property really well and finding us a lovely tenant. Shannon has kept us informed with everything and been very professional throughout and nothing was too much trouble. Thanks very much for all your hard work.
Thank you for your kind review. We're delighted you enjoyed the experience. Please don't hesitate to reach out if we can assist you again in the future. Reeds Rains, Congleton.
5/5
GoogleOn the initial meeting, Katie was really informative and helpful and made us feel a lot more comfortable with the process of selling. Once we decided to sell, the ball got rolling very efficiently with arranging photos and booking viewings. The house was sold very quickly. Caroline was really helpful in contacting/chasing solicitors etc to make sure everything was ticking over - really friendly and approachable and nothing was too much trouble to ask. Thank you!
Hi Josh, Thank you so much, you were certainly a 5 star vendor! Wishing you all the best, Reeds Rains Congleton
5/5
TrustpilotGreat customer service
Great customer service , great staff, pleasure to do business with , highly recommend.
We are so happy to hear you had such a positive experience with our customer service and staff. We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation! Regards, Reeds Rains
1/5
TrustpilotWorst agency I have come across
I've rented with some bad agencies in the past, but these guys are on another level. Several cases of mistaken identity - had repair jobs turn up at my door stating my name and house number when I hadn't called anyone.Communicated with us over a move date and then a week before tried to claim we hadn't given notice. Nearly last two months rent as a result, which we had to fight for.On moving out they picked on every spec of dust and blamed us for damages that were already there. They lost email communications from us, which led to issues on the moving out period as above.They promised to fix spelling errors in our names on contract, but then refused and stated it's because our official documentation arriving in the country was wrong - still can't believe that one.All in all a terrible experience... Avoid!
Hi Ken,Sorry to read your review - we would like to investigate this further for you. You will receive a request for more information via Trustpilot.Regards,Reeds Rains
5/5
TrustpilotVery responsive
Very responsive, clear and well organised appointments for viewings.
We're truly happy to hear that our viewing appointments were clear, well-organized, and responsive to your needs. We appreciate your positive feedback. Regards, Reeds Rains
5/5
TrustpilotThank you all for all your hard work…
Thank you all for all your hard work you are an amazing team
We are so happy to hear such kind words about our team's hard work. Thank you for your wonderful feedback! Regards, Reeds Rains
5/5
TrustpilotFantastic communication
Excellent from start to finish and great to work with.
We're so glad to hear you had such a positive experience working with us from beginning to end. Thank you for your wonderful feedback! Regards, Reeds Rains
5/5
Trustpilot4 Willow Grove
We had an outstanding experience with Reed Rains. From our initial consultation, Simon took the time to understand our needs and priorities, making us feel heard and valued. The flow of information was exceptional; we received prompt emails, helpful phone calls, and the online portal provided up-to-date information on viewings and offers. We especially appreciated the regular updates and feedback after each viewing. Kurtis's expert negotiation skills and market knowledge resulted in us achieving our asking price, exceeding our expectations. He is an absolute delight to deal with and a credit to your company, professional, courteous, and friendly throughout the entire process.
We are thrilled to hear about your positive experience with our team. It's wonderful to know that Simon and Kurtis were able to provide you with the exceptional service you deserve. We are proud to have such talented individuals representing our company. Thank you for sharing your feedback; it motivates us to continue providing the highest level of service to all our clients.
5/5
TrustpilotKeep up the good work
They know their job and are reasonably priced
We're happy to hear that our team's expertise and pricing met your expectations. We appreciate your kind words. Regards, Reeds Rains
5/5
TrustpilotMy property at Leyland is being managed…
My property at Leyland is being managed by Reeds rains, Chorley branch. Being a new landlord and also converting my property into an HMO has been extremely stressful. But thanks to all the staff at the Chorley branch for helping me out with every step; particularly the Lettings manager Nick Reid. He has so much confidence in his voice that it was very reassuring when I spoke to him; thereby making the whole process less stressful for me. Even after being transferred to another branch he continued to look after my property until it was all ready to be let out.I cannot thank you enough and I will highly recommend Reeds Reins. Fantastic staff!!
Hello - Thank you so much for taking the time to write a positive review, we're always happy to hear our team in our Chorley branch is providing a great property management service. We will be sure to pass on the good words!Many thanks,Reeds Rains
5/5
TrustpilotReeds Rains Woodseats - Angela is a star!
Just bought our first home where Reeds Rains were the agents. We had quite tricky sellers and the whole process ended up taking far longer than it should have, but Angela was an absolute superhero in pushing things forward for us, chasing the sellers and both sets of solicitors to keep the pressure on for us. Considering we were paying her a penny as she was working for the seller not us, she really went above and beyond to sort out our issues without ever making us feel like a burden.We'll definitely be asking for Angela when we come to sell our house in the future!
Hello Rosie - Thank you so much for taking the time to write a great review, we're so glad Angela and our Woodseats branch provided you with a great service, we'll be sure to pass on the good words. We look forward to hearing from you in the future!Many thanks,Reeds Rains
5/5
TrustpilotThanks for excellent service and…
Thanks for excellent service and support that i have received though out the process of buying the property that i really like. Thanks for professionalism and making this experience nice and smooth.The whole team were very friendly approachable easy to talk to and helpful.Special thanks to Gemma, Bin and Daniel you guys are amazing. You made my experience of buying the property easy nice and smooth. Your work is Really appreciated by me and my family. Thank you once again.Regards K.D.Tamin
Hi Khaga - Thank you for taking the time to write such a positive review, we will be sure to pass on your kind words to the team.Many thanks,Reeds Rains
1/5
TrustpilotExtremely Disappointing and Stressful…
Extremely Disappointing and Stressful ExperienceI had the worst experience with Reeds and Rains. The property was listed on the market for £850 per month, but we agreed on a rent amount of £800. I paid the advance rent of £800 to Reeds and Rains, and I was instructed to pay the security deposit directly to the landlord. All parties signed the tenancy agreement at the agreed amount of £800.We moved into the property with all our belongings, but just two days later, Reeds and Rains contacted us, demanding that we re-sign the contract for £850. They have repeatedly threatened me and my wife, saying that if we do not sign the contract at the higher amount, we would have to leave the property. This has caused tremendous stress for myself and my family.With over 150 years of experience in the UK market, I never expected such unprofessional behavior from Reeds and Rains. I am extremely disappointed and would not recommend this estate agent to anyone.
Hi Melvin,Thank you for your review - we would like to investigate this further for you. You will receive a request for more information directly from Trustpilot.Regards,Reeds Rains
1/5
TrustpilotDO NOT RENT FROM THIS COMPANY!
DO NOT RENT FROM THIS COMPANY! I am a teacher and work full time and am a professional person in every aspect. I rented a property and when I moved in it was filthy and I discovered fleas in the carpets as the previous tenants had kept cats against the rules of their tenancy agreement. The inventory they gave said the property was in "good, clean condition" throughout. It was disgusting. I contested this straight away. Nobody ever got back to me to address these issues or offer support. I have now been given an inventory upon moving out which shows the damages and obviously says I have caused them. Whilst I was living there their contractor came out to collect a quote for new carpets which had been damaged by the cats and to keep that money from the previous tenants' deposit. There is some kind of scam going on because they provide you with a copy of the inventory which says it is in great condition but are obviously taking money from people's deposits each time. I think they hope most people will give up pursuing them for money in the end if they make it difficult but I intend to go all the way to the property ombudsman and take legal action if I need to. I have sent photos taken the day I moved in, all emails sent and received to local branch for investigation. They were sent tracked and tracking shows they were received two weeks ago but I have yet to hear a thing. Meanwhile my deposit gathers interest in their account whilst they recieve rent from a new tenant. Thoroughly corrupt. Pontefract branch.
HI Miranda, sorry to hear this. Could you let me know which branch you were dealing with so i can look into this further. Kind regards Emma
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Reeds Rains's Congleton office has 2,214 reviews across two platforms: 260 on Google, 1,954 on Trustpilot (across the whole business).
Reeds Rains Congleton is rated 3.8 out of 5 across all 2,214 reviews, and 4.8 out of 5 on Google from 260 reviews.
Reeds Rains Congleton, 14 High Street, Congleton, CW12 1BD.
