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★★★★★ 1/5
Trustpilotcomplete incomepetence
Oh, where do I even begin with this glorious letting agency? If you're looking for a masterclass in ignoring customers, avoiding responsibility, and achieving absolutely nothing, then look no further! These guys are true professionals, professionals at not responding to emails, never answering phone calls, and generally doing less than the bare minimum. In fact, I think they’ve elevated “doing nothing” to an art form.Need something fixed? Good luck with that! Expecting a response to your tenth email or phone call? How adorable of you to think that would happen. They’ll take your money with the kind of enthusiasm you wish they showed for literally anything else, then proceed to vanish like Houdini.Recommending this agency? Only if you enjoy watching a slow-motion disaster unfold in real-time. If “complete incompetence” is your vibe, then these guys are your perfect match. Stay away, unless you want the full experience of banging your head against a wall while screaming into the void. Absolute shambles. Even one star is far too much for the customer service, or rather lack of it, they 'provide'. This is a joke! Stay away from this agency if you can. Even the complaint team (nicely called customer care team... lol) don't get the grip of what they are for.
Aga · 16 October 2024
★★★★★ 1/5
TrustpilotAVOID AVOID AVOID Ockendon Branch
I wished i had looked on here before i used them to sell my flat. Avoid at all costs. There is a a number of lies that were told by the staff1). they told me they only offer a fixed fee, but then told my neighbour a few weeks later that they offer a percentage. Even when i asked for an explanation of this I never got a response. How can you expect someone to make an informed choice if you withhold information.2) I was told the purchaser was in a position to move quickly. I was informed by the staff that she purchaser had applied for her mortgage, then i was told they had problems with the computer system (for 3 weeks), then the rates had changed and they were arguing with the bank trying to get her the initial rates. This is complete nonsense as the rates are what they are and if you don't get the rate you want then you go else where. All in all the purchaser took 9 weeks to apply for a mortgage and when I had asked them to put the property back on the market they did not. Unfortunately as I had moved to another part of the country, i could not easily go back. Even the after sales lady for the estate agent for the property i was buying stated that Bairstow Eves did not know what they were doing, and what they were saying did not make sense. 3) I was told to pay for this package and you would get money back, which never happened. Then when i questioned this you only get it back if you use the country wide conveyancers However, this was not explained at the time, again withholding information. On top of that they charge you for pictures. They would not listen regarding the price i wanted the property to be listed at making an excuse it would get lost in the search. That is utter rubbish as i had paid for premium listing, and you can filter the results. They listed parts of the property wrong, and even though i contacted them it was never fully fixed. They are the reason estate agents are hated, and if i found my dream property and it was listed with bairstow eves i would leave it.
Gillian · 6 August 2018
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleAs always, Rosemary and Roberto were available to support me and resolve my issue quickly. They have excellent knowledge and experience regarding Lettings and always willing to help! Thank you Bairstow eves
Property · 11 October 2024
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleDealt with Leanna who was professional and and kept me informed of my letting, she made the process very easy and now I'm settled in and very happy. Highly recommended.PositiveProfessionalism
Nick · 23 October 2022
Agent replied · 22 October 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us this great 5* review and recommendation. Kind regards, Lucy, Customer Relations.
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotExcellent support and communication, Thank you
Claire is an excellent case manager and was able to chase my transaction with multiple other parties and I credit her with my completion date being two or more weeks sooner than it would have been without her.The whole team are really helpful and professional. Thank you to all of you. I didn't realise how important the team would be after the offer was accepted, but I'm so glad I chose you.
Ellie · 6 May 2021
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe have been a tenant for the third year running and I wanted to thank Harriet first for everything, she is outstanding, brilliant and amazing. She has been ever so helpful and we cannot fault anything about her as she look afters the tenants well and she is very professional. You are a star. I would highly recommend this branch to anyone landlords and tenants, You will not be disappointed at all in the service you receive and you will receive first class service. Thank you Harriet and to everyone at the branch.
Kiran · 24 October 2017
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleHad a great lettings experience. Leanna has been extremely helpful throughout the entire process, it is hugely appreciated.
Chris · 11 October 2023
Agent replied · 22 October 2024
Thank you for your brilliant 5* review. Best wishes, Lucy, Customer Relations.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleIf you are looking for an efficient, helpful, friendly and caring estate agent then look no further. Lorraine and all the team at Loughton made our selling and purchase run extremely smoothly. Well donePositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value
Ian · 23 October 2021
Agent replied · 22 October 2024
Thank you for your brilliant 5* review. Best wishes, Lucy, Customer Relations.
★★★★★ 1/5
TrustpilotUnderhanded business practices and unbelievably poor customer service.
As a Landlord I signed up to Bairstoweve's "Full Management Service", their most expensive option. Thinking that it would obviously cover all the costs of managing the property for me. It did not.
Joe · 6 March 2026
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotGreat service from Kevin at Norbury branch
Kevin Velaj worked so hard for us with great advice, honest valuation and excellent communication.
A · 16 July 2026
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleOutstanding service the sale of our property was a dream from start to finish. The staff are excellent and the service was first class all the way. I would recommend them to anyone particularly Steve who was so professional and kept us well informed throughout the process.
Jill · 24 October 2017
Agent replied · 22 October 2024
Dear Jill, thank you so much for this fantastic review of John D Wood & Co. We love hearing about positive feedback and are so pleased to hear that you found Steve to be so helpful. Thank you for letting us know about your great experience.
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleArranged viewing via phone call and email to view a property with the agent. I turned out at the viewing and no one was there, no notification of cancellation either. Complete waste of our time on a Saturday afternoon. Poor customer service and communication. Not recommend
Amalia · 11 October 2024
Agent replied · 11 October 2026
Hello A B, I am aware the local team have contacted you about your experience and and whilst I am sorry you feel you have had a wasted Saturday afternoon, we can confirm that both our agent and the owner of the property were present till 2:45pm. All viewings were arranged for prior to this time. It is also noted that in the conversation had, you advised you were not sure which door number you had attended, which would have been present on the viewing confirmation. As such it is a possibility you may have attended the wrong property. Should you wish to contact us directly about your concern, please reach out to us via review@countrywide.co.uk with further details. Alternatively, our local team is more than willing to assist you with any future viewing enquiries. Kind regards, Scott @ Customer Care.
★★★★★ 1/5
TrustpilotNon existent communications or professionalism.
We initially contacted this estate agency through Rightmove for a property valuation, and they were quick to respond, which led us to book an appointment. After the call, we received several follow-up messages confirming the scheduled time, including one on the day of the appointment. Unfortunately, no one showed up.I called the Romford branch directly, but only reached an answering machine. I left my details, expecting a call back, but that never happened. I even followed up with an email and checked my junk mail just in case, but received no response.This experience was highly disappointing. The lack of communication and professionalism was frustrating, and I found them to be very unreliable. I would advise others to avoid this agency.
Mr · 6 September 2024
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotMs Sophie Buckthorpe
Ms. Sophie was so helpful throughout the process and she was so kind and supportive to clarify my small concerns promptly. Absolutely she is an asset for the company. Thank you so much for your support Sophie
Swapna · 8 June 2024
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleHad a really positive experience with Lucy showing me around properties. As someone new to this it was amazing to have someone as informed and friendly as Lucy to ease me in to the process and keep me on the right track. Would highly recommend
Michael · 11 October 2024
Agent replied · 22 October 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us this tremendous 5* review and recommendation Michael. Kind regards, Lucy, Customer Relations.
★★★★★ 1/5
TrustpilotCorrupt Liars
Trying to buy a house. Lied continuously for a week that the seller hadn't got back to them, when I spoke to the seller, he told me they'd arranged new viewings. They never get back to you and seem very disorganised.They also try to sell you their own mortgage advisor and tell you that using them will give you an advantage.There is a reason their nickname is B*****d Thieves.
Anon · 1 May 2021
★★★★★ 1/5
Trustpilotput the phone down on me after hearing…
put the phone down on me after hearing my name. I assume its not the ideal name for a Tennant. unprofessional group of people, I'd rather be homeless
Muhammad · 24 March 2026
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleThanks to Leanna at Bairstow eves for all of your help! Very helpful and friendly!
Lucas · 11 October 2023
Agent replied · 11 October 2026
Thank you for your glowing 5* review. Kind regards, Lucy, Customer Relations.
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotGreat service
My agent Eilish is really great. I can’t thank her enough for all her help. She is quick and responds to my emails. Im very grateful for her.
Ayeisha · 9 October 2024
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotProfessional, Efficient & Friendly staff (Rainham Branch)
Professional, efficient and friendly service. All the staff at the Rainham Branch of Bairstow Eves have been outstanding and a pleasure to deal with.I originally used a lesser known estate agents, who did have cheaper fees, but I received a very poor service and consequently with no sale of my property. You really do get what you pay for.Being very apprehensive with estate agents in general, I decided to give Rainham (Essex) Bairstow Eves branch a try.They were absolutely brilliant and I cannot fault any of their staff.Thank you, Chris and your first class team.
Paul · 1 August 2024
★★★★★ 1/5
TrustpilotKEEPING MY 3500 GBP (deposit & partial rent) for no reason
Partial rent & deposit is still not paid to me in more than 100 days after leaving the rented property on 31st March 2024. I had to leave the rented property early to move to mortgaged house. I have paid them 1500 GBP their non-sense early contract exit and property ad fees; still they are shamelessly keeping my partial rent (paid rent for full month April) and deposit of 2000 GBP, which is nearly 3500 GBP. I was not expecting their service to be the worst in the market. I am going to report to property ombudsman for sure. NO ONE SHOULD USE THEIR DISGUSTING SERVICES.
Irfan · 15 July 2024
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleReally helpful in finding me a new property. Actually took the time to listen to what my situation was and went out of their way to show me places after hours. Thanks to Roberto and the rest of the team!
Jack · 24 October 2019
Agent replied · 22 October 2024
Hi Jack, thank you for taking the time to leave a kind review and 5* rating. Best wishes, Mark.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleThank you to Leanna for all her help in finding my new home!
Andrew · 11 October 2023
Agent replied · 22 October 2024
Thank you Andrew for your excellent 5* review and kind words of our dedicated team. Kind regards, Lucy, Customer Relations.
★★★★★ 5/5
TrustpilotI can’t fault Lauren😊 sales negotiator…
I can’t fault Lauren😊 sales negotiator at the Hucknall office. She is friendly, professional and very knowledgeable in our house search. Nothing is too much trouble for her and although I have only met her the one time, she has left a lasting positive memory. Thank you Lauren
Sonia · 19 July 2023
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