Chancellors Surbiton reviews

★★★★★ 1/5

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We had a viewing booked on a property in chalgrove 2 weeks ago - we had arranged childcare and were on our way to the viewing to then receive a phone call from the branch saying the viewing was cancelled as the property was already under offer and had been for over 2 weeks - when I asked why they accepted our viewing request they couldn’t give me an answer. Over the next couple of days I phoned up multiple times about visiting other properties they were listing, and was always told “I’ll get someone to call you back”. Never heard anything. Would absolutely avoid this estate agency. Totally unreliable and unprofessional and wasted lots of our time. Luckily we’ve found a gorgeous new home with another agency

Abbie · 4 May 2021

★★★★★ 1/5

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Didn’t have the best experience with these agents was interested in a property that has been withdrawn! But was interested before the property was withdrawn but i called them countless of times to arrange a viewing with no luck ??

Joshua · 16 January 2018

★★★★★ 5/5

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I dealt with Daniel Johns at Chancellors in Richmond to purchase a flat in the area. Daniel was very knowledgeable about the property and the vendor. Through the purchasing process he was always very polite & helpful. When I had any questions he couldn't answer he would always research it and come back to me very quickly with good clear answers. The process from start to finish was made easy and enjoyable too!

Charlotte · 20 October 2016

★★★★★ 5/5

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I dealt with Gavin Gordon from Chancellors (Surbiton) and found him to be very professional and helpful.

Faisal · 31 March 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

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Jayne Morris - Jayne first dealt with the letting of my house when she worked in Kington Office but then she moved to Chancellors head office but I am very pleased she is still looking after my property as I am more than happy with how professional and courteous Jayne is. Any matter arising with regards to my property is always dealt with immediately and I know I can rely on Jayne.

June · 19 October 2017

★★★★★ 1/5

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The worst experience I ever had!!!! I view the flat, had to travel all the way there to check, but I was happy because I liked it. I said that I will take it, I spent 4 days filling different forms, making “rent passport”, going through the checks and only when I started to ask how my application is going they said that someone else rented. Really?? I refused going for another viewings, I refused applying for other flats that I saw from another agencies!!! I would never ever recommend this place!!!!

Karolina · 20 March 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

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I purchased a flat in Surbiton through Chancellors at the end of last year. Josh was fantastic, proffessional and constantly kept me updated on what was happening. He was patient in answering any questions I had and also very flexible in meeting me at the property when I wanted second viewings and to have tradesmen to measure up. I have recommended Josh to several of my friends. Great work!

Sally · 28 July 2019

★★★★★ 5/5

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We have just completed a conversion of a commercial property to 16 flats. We dealt with Amy from the beginning, she has been very positive and very professional at all times. She has dealt with all the new buyers with courtesy and professionalism throughout. She has been a pleasure to work with and we would definitely recommend her services and would definitely use her again on our next development..

Jo · 28 July 2019

★★★★★ 5/5

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My partner and I recently moved house and Chancellor’s managed the whole thing. I don’t think I’ve ever been met with such efficiency from a letting agent before, and they followed all rules and guidelines regarding Covid-19 restrictions thoroughly, thus we felt safe throughout the whole process. We dealt primarily with Samuel Wilkie, who was very helpful and knowledgeable, and kept us informed without being invasive. We also received a lot of help from Morgan from the central office, who was also proactive in making sure we’d completed all necessary paperwork in good time. We feel confident in the agent’s ability to ensure that us, and the property, are well looked-after.

Eleanor · 23 February 2021

★★★★★ 1/5

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My review is specific to the lightwater branch. Bad mannered, unprofessional and incompetent are the words I would use to describe the staff. They found me buyers back in June who have still not signed their contracts along with the buyer at the bottom of the chain. There are 4 others in the chain above and we have all signed and are ready to exchange contracts. The managers have not replied to the last 2 emails I sent asking them to get this resolved. The whole process since signing up with them has been far from satisfactory. Wrong price on the house, wrong details and a complete disregard for me as a customer. The manager, in particular, seems to think it is beneath her to deal with customers once they have signed up. I have never dealt with a company before who refuse to answer emails from their customers. My job involved dealing with estate agents and in 15 years I never came across behaviour like this. I wish I never signed up with them.

Mary · 22 February 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

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Gary has been amenable, informative and clear, advising me on the purchase of one of Chancellors sale properties

Ben · 30 January 2023

★★★★★ 1/5

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We had the worst renting experience in the UK. Chancellors agency lied to us for getting a few stuff done in the flat before signing the contract, they never discussed those things with the landlord, we signed the contract and moved in and the flat was not professionally cleaned and not freshly painted as stated in the contract. They didn’t care about these problems saying it’s landlord fault and letting us to deal with the problem. On top of it at the beginning of the conflict they seemed to take our part asking the landlord to respect the contract but after a phone call between the landlord and manager Riley Drake-Smith they changed their mind and jump on the landlord side (who breached the contract) advising us if we don’t reach an agreement with the landlord to search for a new property. So because of the agency and their dishonest actions, in full pandemic, before Christmas, we had to search for a flat and move again, even though we’ve just moved to that property. So they didn’t care about us one second and they think it’s a normal thing to move house every month just because of their poor services, lies, unprofessional and dishonest behaviour. I would not recommend to anyone this agency. The whole experience was a nightmare.

Roxana · 26 January 2021

★★★★★ 1/5

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Your company overcharged me. The outstanding amount was £91.20 but I calculated as £61.18 so the difference is approximately £30. It's not the amount that I'm concerned with, but how you deal with your customers. It's not right that you agree a fee with me then go back on your word! You didn't reply to my email and sent another invoice demanding £91.20 without disputing my calculation which was agreed with your letting management! Not replying to my calculation and then threatening me with legal action is absolutely disgraceful, so this review is justified.

Richard · 20 November 2020

★★★★★ 5/5

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My house was rented quickly with no problems at all. Sam was fantastic to work with her most importantly stayed in contact throughout the process. I would recommend Sam to any landlord.

Lori · 16 November 2020

★★★★★ 5/5

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As a landlord who uses the services for Chancellors for Property Management ; the services provided by South East property Management team has been excellent. The services of Ms Isabelle Jakovljevic in particular has been splendid. Her services with respect to my Property Management has been great. I have been with Chancellors now for over 5 years and my overall experience has been very good. Radhika Vinod & Vinod Ramaseshan

Radhika · 16 February 2018

★★★★★ 5/5

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I want to thank Adam Lewis for his excellent work!! He was truly helpful and caring and made the process of moving in so much simpler and enjoyable. He made my experience with chancellors great! Thank you once again!!

Sónia · 16 November 2016

★★★★★ 5/5

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Lucy Harcup has been very accommodating with my request. She was also very prompt in getting back to me. Appreciated her efforts! Hopefully would be able to find a property suitable for us soon. Thanks.

Geztel · 3 November 2019

★★★★★ 1/5

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This company seem to think they operate by different standards than other estate and letting agents. Had a bad experience when purchasing our home through them as they would not take our house off of the market until the moment we exchanged. And now trying to rent a property through them, they delayed getting back to me for so long the house I was interested in has been let and they wouldn't consider me anyway as I am reliant on my ex husband to pay the rent as I am a stay at home mum with 2 small kids despite other companies being happy with him as a guarantor. Would never deal with this company again.

Emily · 5 October 2020

★★★★★ 5/5

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Very professional and helpful. Gavin was patient and handled all queries. Very satisfied and happy

Somaa · 22 March 2023

★★★★★ 1/5

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AVOID. Absolutely terrible service. 4 days before I was due to move in to a property which I had already paid a deposit and first month’s rent for, as well as having signed a contract, I was told the property had been sold so I could no longer move in. I was never even informed that the property was up for sale. This was over a week ago and despite phoning every day and speaking to 6 or 7 different people at Chancellors I have still not been refunded any of my money!

Poppy · 5 September 2020

★★★★★ 1/5

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My sister put a deposit and first months rent of £1130 on a house to rent (also signed a contract) , 4 days before she was going to move in they told her the property had sold, they did not inform her the property was even for sale. They still haven’t refunded her any of her money which they said they would in 3-5 working days (now been well over that) She has now had to use all of her months wages for the deposit and first months rent on another property (with a decent estate agent) and has informed them of this and they just keep fobbing her off! Absolutely disgusting company! AVOID

Sophie · 4 September 2020

★★★★★ 1/5

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Absolutely useless in property management. I’m not sure what service I’m getting for the astronomical fee they’re charging but I’m starting to think I can do a better job managing the property myself from Australia. It’s taken Chancellors 3 months to get a gas safety certificate passed and with poor communication to contractors, it’s costing me more money because guys turn around up to the property “without the right part” for the job. High staff turnover is also a sign of the rotten culture. Avoid this firm like the plague.

Gerrit · 31 August 2020

★★★★★ 1/5

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Very unreliable. Have been waiting since this morning for a call back for a key code to a new property for my uncle to move into. We have spoken to various employees who have promised to be in contact but to no avail. We are currently sat outside his now previous property with removal vans packed and ready to go to the new property. He had to vacate his property by 12pm today he is 72 and now homeless. We have visited the office in Brecon and that is also closed. We are disgusted with the service or lack of that has or in this case not been provided.

Polly · 10 August 2020

★★★★★ 5/5

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Good experience! Your staff Rebecca Joel is excellent. She is professional, respectful and very helpful in ensuring that everything goes well from the agreement preparation to the day we move in to the new accomodation. Great service!

Ririh · 7 March 2018