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★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleExcellent service from the team!! Quick and efficient communication I would strongly recommend Hilbery Chaplin property management and lettings team!
Anna · 29 November 2025
Agent replied · 28 January 2026
Hi Anna, thank you for taking the time to leave such great feedback! We're thrilled you were happy with the quick and efficient service from our Property Management and Lettings team - your recommendation is very much appreciated.
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleObstructive in the sale of our property.
During said sale, it also came to light the Buildings (which they manage) Fire Safety Certificate was 9 years old. In a Post-Grenfell world, this is abhorrent.
Their response to this was equally careless and remorseless. We ensured the residents were left fully aware.
The Property Management Accountant continues to invoice us for the property, as recently as March 2021, despite our relinquishment of legal ownership in December 2020.
We will be avoiding all future dealings with Hilbery Chaplin like the plague.
Sean · 25 March 2021
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleGreat service from the team at Hilbery Chaplin.
Information and contact forthcoming.
Made our first letting experience easy.
Karen · 29 November 2025
Agent replied · 21 March 2024
Thank you for your kind feedback for our Lettings & Management departments.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleFrom the moment we met Dan we knew we had made the right choice in letting out our property. Being new to the rental market we were looking for a highly professional letting agent who could take care of everything for us without having the worry.
Dan was absolutely instrumental in helping us through the whole process from day 1; explaining everything, answering all our queries and really went above and beyond to deliver a real high standard of service. Nothing was ever too much - it was an absolute pleasure to have him and the team at Hilbery Chaplin let our property out. They have sourced two wonderful tenants for us and couldn’t be more happy with how everything has gone.
We were recommended Hilbery Chaplin by a friend for managing property and would now 100% recommend them to anyone else. Thank you Dan and the rest of the Hilbery Chaplin team!
David · 19 September 2020
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleJames and the team were very helpful and professional with my flat letting, would recommend
Rachel · 17 April 2024
Agent replied · 21 March 2024
Thank you for your kind feedback Rachel
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleI have used a couple of agencies over the years and Hilbery Chaplin, by far, have been our favourite to deal with. In particular Valerie and Dan at the Romford branch. It was a highly stressful time for my family and we were up against the country going into lockdown, however they were able to bring our moving in day forward and all paper work etc was completed swiftly. They were both such lovely people. I couldn't recommend Hilbery Chaplin enough.
Sera · 13 July 2020
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleFrom the moment we reached out to the team at Hilbery Chaplin they have been absolutely brilliant. Starting with our viewings with Kathy and our calls with James, the team were always happy to answer our questions and advise us on the process, which was so appreciated as we are first time buyers.
Once we got our offer accepted, Hollie was incredible throughout the rest of the process. She pushed things through brilliantly and communicated everything with us to keep us calm during what was certainly a stressful process for us both.
A massive thank you to the whole team for getting us into our first house.
Tim · 13 July 2020
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleVery professional service from both Niamh and James. They found a good professional couple for my property and are managing it very well.
Mad · 13 August 2025
Agent replied · 13 April 2026
Thank you so much for the fantastic 5-star review for our Lettings department, especially Niamh and James. We're especially pleased that you are happy with the way your property is being managed by our property management department.
★★★★★ 3/5
GoogleI signed with Hilbery Chaplin for rental flat May 2016. I must firstly commend on excellent customer service of Trish - kept me updated, answered any queries regarding contract signing, thoughtful 'welcome' giftbag.
Robert, very good - from contact call to viewing property.
Dan, very good (inspection agent), quick to respond to repairs or issues that were over-looked by them or ongoing.
My biggest concern & disappointment lies with tenant (s), who reside on same floor level as myself. These tenants are 'heavy' smokers..In no exaggeration, when they smoke in their flat, smell lingers in corridor & enters my flat via front door (space below & side) for hours /days. Smoke smell so unbearable, that you have constantly keep 'airing' your flat, times when I've had open door leading on flats level, which also serves exit out or to other floors or open window on exit stairs. These tenants could easily smoke on their balcony (every flat in building has one), plus I've seen other tenants do this on other floors.
I have made complaint property management, only response is 'they'll investigate', but nothing has been done by them. Hilbery Chaplin has written that there is nothing they can do, as owners entitled to smoke in their flat, unless their is clause in their contract prohibiting...
This act is (1) hazadous health (2) Unfair tenants 'non-smokers', should be expected to accommodate this as normal (3) There is no set standards upkept by property management on this or overall cleaniness of tenants residing in building..
Sadly for my health & peace of mind, I have decided I will need relocate elsewhere when my contract ends.
Latoya · 8 October 2017
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleOne of the best in market for property renting. I have got 3 years of association and impressed with their service & support. Unlike others that functions like agencies, Hilbery Chaplin is more like a well organized company with all staffs are highly professional, friendly & good at their work.
Whenever I visit the office in market place Romford, I feel like their valued client- that really impress me a lot.
I would like to mention few names like Caron, Trish & Rob- they are too good and especially Rob's professionalism & skills are commendable!
I would recommend Hilbery Chaplin and give 5 big stars!!
Amit · 8 October 2016
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleRight from the start they were professional; helpful; they really were listening to me.
From the moment that they first engaged with me, I didn't feel that they wanted to rush me through the paperwork and sign on the dotted line. They took the time to explain the process and really work along side me.
I had just lost my Father and was deeply in grief. The last thing I wanted to think about was selling his house.
But I was shown great empathy and understanding and felt that I really wanted these people to sell my Dads house.
From the moment they had my house on the market they kept me up to speed at every step of the way, I trusted them completely and they had the house sold so quickly.
If you want a professional efficient service use these people to sell your house they are great.
Well done Phil the manager, Anthony and the rest of the team you all did so well
Thank you so much.
Tracy Bluemore
Tracy · 6 September 2021
Agent replied · 13 June 2024
Thank you for your kind feedback
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleI was enquiring about a property today it was my worst experience really poor management I don’t know how people can deal with this tip of Agents shame
Nasib · 23 March 2025
Agent replied · 17 April 2025
We are really sorry to hear about your poor experience, this is not something that we like to see and it will be fully investigated to ensure our high standard of service is maintained at all times.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleI will recommend this Letting Agents to anyone, the staff are absolutely fantastic and professional.
Trish is a wonderful woman nothing was ever too much, she went through everything in detail and assured us to feel free to contact her if we were unsure of anything. If your looking for somewhere to call home then this is the place to start. My mum also received a wonderful welcome Gift bag.
Natasha · 8 October 2017
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleI have been using Hilbery Chaplin to let my property now for around 16 years. Through out that time I have found them to be professional, efficient and personable. Most importantly they listen to the client needs and don't try to push you. Highly recommend them.
Christine · 8 May 2024
Agent replied · 21 March 2024
Thank you for your kind feedback.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleI dealt with Trish and she was amazing! If I every go through Hilbery Chaplin again I would make a point to ask for her. I knew what was happening every step of the way as soon as she did and felt like she was actually trying her best to help me. I didn't feel this way with any other estate agents I went to.
Thank you Trish
Megan · 8 October 2016
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleLiars. Awful service. Had no intention of letting out any property to us. Maybe because of our background. John Waller constantly lied about the refurbishment of shops hence why we weren’t able to rent any shop yet space is still exactly the same.
Humail · 8 May 2024
Agent replied · 23 November 2024
We are sorry to hear of the issues you have had. We no longer deal with the parade in question, however the timeframes of the proposed refurbishment / regeneration have also changed a number of times recently. Should you wish to discuss this with a member of our experienced team please call us on 01708 745000 so we can provide you with further information and put you in contact with the agent currently letting units in the parade.
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleVery unhelpful and unprofessional company to deal with.
I would advise any landlord looking for a good, reliable letting agent to avoid Hilbery Chaplin. They pride themselves on how long they have been in business. But by the looks of it even after a hundred years of business they still are completely useless. Do not use this company, they will over charge and do a slap dash job. Lucky if you get tenants who will actually pay their rent.
Good luck if you decide to use these cowboys.
I certainly will never be again and will be advising everyone I know;other landlords or people looking to sell to avoid using any Hilbery Chaplin office.
Roger · 29 July 2019
Agent replied
We have searched our database and do not appear to have a record of a Roger Thompson, unfortunately we have suffered some fake reviews recently and would appreciate if you could email iantinsley@hilberychaplin.co.uk.
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleBY FAR THE WORST AGENT I HAVE EVER DEALT WITH!
Their lettings staff are rude and unhelpful. The women I spoke to on the phone couldn't wait to get me off the phone, they didn't offer to help me just told the manager was away an no one could help me.
I had such a bad experience I will be letting my friends know my thoughts about your company. I was calling as I am a landlord with multiple properties in Romford and Dagenham I am looking to have managed.
I will be using another local agent and I strongly advise other landlords to do the same!
Listonishereandback · 8 October 2018
Agent replied
Thank you for taking time to leave feedback, we welcome the opportunity of working with all new clients. I would like to discuss the matter personally and would appreciate if you could email me your contacts details. Regards, Ian Tinsley MNAEA, Associate Director.
iantinsley@hilberychaplin.co.uk.
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleLiars. Awful service. Had no intention of letting out any property to us. Maybe because of our background. John Waller constantly lied about the refurbishment of shops hence why we weren’t able to rent any shop yet space is still exactly the same.
Hamyle · 30 November 2023
Agent replied · 30 December 2023
We are sorry to hear of the issues you have had. We no longer deal with the parade in question, however the timeframes of the proposed refurbishment / regeneration have also changed a number of times recently. Should you wish to discuss this with a member of our experienced team please call us on 01708 745000 so we can provide you with further information and put you in contact with the agent currently letting units in the parade.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleReally knowledgeable and friendly team at hilbery chaplin, made the process extremely smooth and would definitely use them again. Thank you.
Rachel · 18 December 2024
Agent replied · 23 December 2024
Thank you for your 5 star review Rachel, it really is appreciated. We are thrilled you had such a positive experience.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleMy parents and I have been trying for a few months to find a house in Romford. Thank you Hilbery for making it easier and possible. I really would recommend them because they are so professional on their work. I’m grateful to Valerie for her hard work and persistence.😊 …
Winona · 8 May 2023
Agent replied · 29 July 2023
Thank you for your kind feedback for our team.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleHave been with HC for about 12 yrs having bought the property through them. I have experienced very professional and friendly service throughout and would recommend them on the letting side..
John · 8 May 2024
Agent replied · 30 December 2023
Thank you for your kind feedback.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleThey have been by far the nicest letting agents I have ever dealt with. Everyone was happy to help and guided me the whole way from looking at flats to getting the keys. I haven't got a bad word to say. Wish all agents were like you guys. Thanks Dave
Dave · 29 July 2019
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleReally helpful, friendly service. Excellent communication with members of the team you get to know, great response time and always there to offer advice and solutions.
Samantha · 8 May 2024
Agent replied · 30 December 2023
Thank you for your kind feedback.
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