Butters John Bee Sandbach reviews

★★★★★ 1/5

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As a landlord who has used BJB Lettings…

As a landlord who has used BJB Lettings for property management services, I wanted to share my experience to help other property owners make informed decisions.## Pros:- BJB offers a range of services including letting, rent collection, and full management.- They have an established presence in the market.## Cons:1. Communication: I had 4 contacts who were all good when available. When they weren't I often struggled to get timely responses to issues. Despite having multiple contacts, it was challenging to reach key staff members. Nobody tells the landlord or tenants when people go on holiday. They do have a call concierge but there is no service level in place to return calls. This leaves landlords and tenants hanging at critical times. 2. Accuracy of Reports: There were persistent inaccuracies in the Spicer Hart system reports, with missing payments not being addressed promptly. Even after 12 months, at the end of each month nobody could tell me if all the tenants had paid. 3. Proactive Management: I found a lack of proactivity in several areas: - Rent increases for existing tenants were not managed efficiently and had to be taken back. - Room turnovers were not handled smoothly when tenants left unexpectedly. - There were delays in addressing maintenance issues, such as a blocked drain that took 2 weeks to resolve.4. Cost Management: Some maintenance charges seemed excessive compared to market rates.5. Responsiveness: There were instances where tenants were left without essential facilities (e.g., cooking facilities) for extended periods. The cooker electrical engineer failed to turn the power leaving the tenants with no electricity for hot water. 6. Financial Reporting: There were delays in reporting received payments and discrepancies in payment records.7. Contract Terms: Some clauses in their agreement may be considered restrictive, particularly regarding termination and ongoing fees following termination. These terms carry a significant imbalance and mat not stand up in court. Be very careful. I would advise carefully reviewing the contract terms before signing. ## Advice to Fellow Landlords:- Thoroughly review the contract terms before engaging with any letting agent.- Ensure clear communication channels and response times are established from the outset.- Regularly review financial reports and question any discrepancies promptly.- Consider the balance between the convenience of using a management service and the potential for higher costs or reduced control.While my experience with BJB had significant challenges, experiences may vary. I encourage other landlords to do thorough research, ask for references, and carefully consider their specific needs before choosing a letting agent.

Mike · 17 October 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

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Ryan Cheetham was brilliant with us. Thanks to him for everything.

Michael · 17 December 2025

★★★★★ 1/5

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Never Rent from this company

Do Not Rent from Butters John Bee or Spicerhaart. You will be ignored when you need repairs. 3 years of begging for repairs and I gave notice and moved out. You get letters saying you owe rent when you have paid in full. Don't overdo pay as your credits are ignored and written off. Statements are begged for and incorrect. And when you try to move out, they harass you, try change the date and demand more money. They ignore proof that the keys are returned and disregard their own tenancy agreements. Still being harassed for rent I don't own and keys they have acknowledged receipt of and now they want to go to court. Don't try calling them either. They never answer the phone. They only know you when they want money, even if your account is in credit.

Megan · 20 March 2026

★★★★★ 1/5

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Keeps pestering me with phonecalls I

They have somehow got my number- After the 1st phone call i explained they have the wrong number, and they told me they would remove me from the system. I have now received over 10 phone calls from this company over the last 3 days. And my number has still not been removed. It is very fustrating.

L · 1 September 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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What Great Service:) a Huge Thank You to both George & Natasha for helping us sell our home during one of the hardest markets but we got it done! Thanks for the expert advise & guidance throughout the whole process. You were both Amazingly Fabulous and so professional and helpful. Am sure our paths will cross in the near future. Thanks again, we could not have done it without you :)

DeepFried · 13 June 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

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Excellent house selling service

BJB sold our house in February of 2022.From the start, the level of service from the entire team was impeccable.George visited our house, for the initial valuation, and Reuben conducted the open house viewings, and oversaw the rest of the sale process.Natasha even contacted us out-of-hours with an emergency, when we were away.Reuben kept on top of proceedings, contacting the buyer’s solicitor, and keeping us informed with weekly updates.We have no hesitation in completely, and absolutely recommending the services of the Sandbach branch of Butters, John Bee.Many thanks

Rennie · 1 August 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

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Ryan Cheetham is absolutely fantastic, completely honest and earnest service.

Veronica · 17 December 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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We have just completed on our first home bought through Butters John Bee and couldn't be happier. We viewed a different property with Reuben originally and after missing out on that one, he contacted me immediately when a similar property on the same road came available. Reuben was always available to answer any queries I had and helped put my mind at ease during the whole process. When it comes time to sell, we will definitely be getting in touch with him to sell our home. Thank you for everything!

Charlie · 13 June 2022

★★★★★ 1/5

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Very difficult experience

Very difficult experience - recommend other letting agents. Save your time, energy and money. Carried out expensive repair using own contractor and not informing of cost before repair - paying several hundred pounds for a simple light fix, missing rental income despite tenant paying full rent, can't get hold of lettings team to resolve anything so issues naturally escalate, put at risk re compliance checks for gas/electric etc. Raised several issues with Ombudsman after following complaints process. Ended up communicating directly with tenant as was easier and ensured property legal/complaint/safe etc.

Sian · 26 February 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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I cannot thank Natasha enough. She has gone above and beyond to help me with our house search and to secure the house of our dreams. Thank you so much. Special mention also to George for convincing us to go and view the house in the first place! So excited and cannot wait to start our new adventure in Sandbach. Jo H

Jo · 15 November 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

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I would really like to thank Jessica from BJB for the speedy response to my online request and for all the information and advice she gave me today. She was very knowledgeable and went above and beyond in helping me with my ongoing journey. Thank you so much!

Genine · 17 August 2024

★★★★★ 1/5

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Expensive to sell via this estate agent. Terrible customer service.

I put up my property for sale through this agent. Sadly, it was a bad choice due to their terrible service. Their estate agent costs were premium around 5k for a property worth 180k and I thought I will get premium service but my property didn't even rank high on searches and never got one call or update for the three months it was advertised with them. I couldn't even find my property in searches easily. Three months on with no viewing. Their team don't care about talking or giving updates to the vendor. Miserable experience. Stay away!

Hazel · 18 February 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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I would like the praise and thank Butters John Bee Sandbach branch, the team have been great. A special thanks to Melissa, the support and assistance has been very much appreciated. They have shown patience with my numerous phone calls, questions and queries! Thanks again team, job well done.

Jay · 27 July 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

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I would very much like to thank BJB in…

I would very much like to thank BJB in Sandbach for the sterling work on my Mum's house sale. From the initial valuation and follow up information to completion, the service was both professional and personal.Every time I rang the office, staff were helpful and courteous but I would particularly like to thank Mark for his advice at the beginning of the process and Rueben for his calm, pragmatic and friendly handling of the sale; it made a very emotional process much easier than it would otherwise have been.

Sarah · 15 February 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

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2 good viewings …

March 2024 we had 2 nice viewings with Pat Rigby in Winsford. Pat was lovely and allowed us to have a really good look around. The property on Grange Lane was a surprising gem although sadly a bit too big for us. Thanks Pat see you again in the future. From Mr & Mrs Hayes

Christine · 31 March 2024

★★★★★ 1/5

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Warning to all landlords

We were unhappy with our experience overall. My Tenants / Customers frequently reported poor communication, noting unreturned calls, unanswered emails, and a general lack of updates. Many found the overall service to be disappointing and unreliable, often struggling to get issues addressed or receive necessary information. Response times were consistently slow, leading to significant delays in resolving problems.

Peter · 29 July 2026

★★★★★ 1/5

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AVOID AVOID AVOID

AVOID AVOID AVOID All about lining theirs and the landlords pockets, couldn’t give less of a damn about tenants. Left a young family without hot water or heating for 2 WEEKS in winter, with ZERO communication or offer of help to rectify, they couldn’t bathe and were freezing. When the tenant finally sought out refuse by contacting housing standards, a few days later they come home from work to a FOR SALE sign in the front garden with no warning. (funny how that didn’t take them 2 weeks + to do!) This is blatantly in retaliation and PATHETIC. This has been their family home for 10 YEARS. This is the only home the two young boys have ever known. The tenant has fixed and decorated an awful lot in this property and always paid on time.

Laura · 12 February 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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Butters John Bee

Butters John Bee, HANLEYSteven ParkerIt was amazing after I decided to leave my propery on rent, Steve was very professional and found the tenenant with 2 days and completly finalized the whole process with in 3 to 4 days. He was also helping me to sort the EICR report from the person who did it, personally through facebook, Thank you Steve keep up the good work Thanks Arun

Arun · 28 April 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

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Thanks to Ryan , superstar!!!!

David · 26 December 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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James was second to none he went above…

James was second to none he went above and beyond great guy would highly recommend asking for him .

Valerie · 17 May 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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Jessica was way more than 5 stars, she is incredible. Very reassuring, enthusiastic and chatty, whilst being professional and explaining everything perfectly. We're just starting the process of selling, but I've been very impressed with Jessica and would highly recommend to anyone, and I feel reassured and confident Jessica will support us well through the entire process.

Shammie · 14 January 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

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Butters John Bee recently sold my mothers property. I would particularly like to thank Robert who handled the sale with great professionalism and empathy. I would very much recommend them and Robert to anyone looking to sell in this area. Many Thanks

John · 9 October 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

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I had a positive professional quick…

I had a positive professional quick sale within 2 days of putting my house on the markert… with a cash buyer and no chain from us or them… Unfortunately the completion of this sale took 45 weeks, may I add this was down to our solicitors not butters, I had a lot of up and downs, anger, frustration and stress during this time,, For the first 5 months I didn’t have much support, then I spoke to Lynn Beecham from the Hanley office, she was a dream come true, I felt a weight lift off my shoulders and hope for a completion after speaking to her for the first time, although the completion still took a further 5 months Lynn worked so hard trying to chase things up between the solicitors for me and always kept me in the loop, without her I wouldn’t have known half of what was going on and where my sale was up too.she was amazing and very supportive, she is a real assets to the company… well done Lynn she alone deserves the 5 star rating. Thankyou again….

Diane · 21 September 2021

★★★★★ 4/5

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Reuben (Sandbach) is always very polite and friendly, happy to help and gets things done quickly. He is a 5 star member of staff and was excellent through the whole process of my buying my first home. Generally at the Sandbach branch the staff all clearly very busy and do lots of viewings, and sometimes run a little behind schedule so that you end up waiting for viewings. There was one viewing I had where the agents were struggling to get their hands on the keys and poor communications meant that I waited for 30 minutes outside a property where the estate agents were a no-show and had no viewing booked on for that property on that day. Overall excellent staff attitude but they are very busy so mistakes can be made.PositiveProfessionalism

Anna · 25 August 2021