97% sales valuation accuracy
97% sales fee satisfaction
Helmores Estate Agents are a forward thinking, hardworking, national award winning independent firm based in heart of Devon having been in property for over 300 years. The business was started in 1699 and has been handed down from father to son for 3 centuries. Today, we offer a very wide range of property ...
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Helmores Estate Agents are a forward thinking, hardworking, national award winning independent firm based in heart of Devon having been in property for over 300 years. The business was started in 1699 and has been handed down from father to son for 3 centuries. Today, we offer a very wide range of property services from our large High Street offices including property sales and valuations, land & planning services, new homes, and a large rental department. We are the top selling agent in our area, and we have sold more properties in Crediton and surrounds than all the other local estate agents put together! We were voted The Sunday Times Estate Agency of the Year in 2013, 2014 and 2015 for Best Single Office in the South West. In 2014 we also won bronze awards for Best Agent to Work for and Best Innovation.
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1st Apr 2021
reviewed by 'Jan Hole'
14th Feb 2021
reviewed by 'Melanie'
21st Dec 2020
reviewed by 'LJ'
21st Feb 2020
reviewed by 'Jessica'
13th Feb 2020
reviewed by 'Amy'
29th Nov 2019
reviewed by 'Mr'
Performance Statistics
| Services | Valuation | Fees | Min Price of property reviewed | Max Price of property reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | 97% | 97% | £28,500 | £2,450,000 |
Review statistics
| From Landlords | From Tenants | From Vendors | From Buyers | Other | |||||
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| 30 | 0 | 86 | 2 | 334 | 2 | 296 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
Areas covered
- EX17
- Devon
- EX16
- EX18
- EX19
- EX20
- EX1
- EX2
- EX4
- EX5
- EX6
Address
111-112 High Street
Crediton
Devon
EX17 3LF
01363777999
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- Sales
- Lettings
- Block Management
- Surveys
- Conveyancing
- Mortgage Advice
- Home Builder
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Jun 17,2014
Jun 17,2014
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I would have no hesitation in recommending Helmores, or in using them again. They have carried out efficiently, what was expected of them, and have successfully done one of the most important things that a stressed out seller needs - communication. Even if it's an ...
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Jun 10,2014
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I was selling my country cottage and trying to buy a house in the nearby town - also EX17 . This was quite a stressful situation for an 80 year old but Loren was extremely supportive and helpful throughout, as were all the others iin the office ...
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Jun 05,2014
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We have just sold our barn conversation through Helmores and Rona was our main point of contact. Rona was extremely efficient and professional throughout. She worked really hard at making sure people were communicating along the chain which was problematic at times! Rona kept us ...
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Jun 05,2014
Jun 05,2014
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Since day one we have always felt
Comfortable putting our trust in Helmores. They were able to answer any queries or questions quickly with answers we understood (not all the technical language)! There's was no hanging around waiting for calls to be answered or time ...
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May 29,2014
May 29,2014
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Initially given the impression by George that bungalows sell very quickly and therefore we would not be on the market too long even in a slow market. We were advised to leave the property empty so that potential buyers could see the space etc but ...
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May 22,2014
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I recently purchased a property through Helmores and was impressed with the service provided from start to finish. They arranged 3 viewings on the property for us (one of which was on a Sunday) and Amy maintained a high level communication with us throughout the purchase ...
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May 20,2014
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I recently purchased a property through Hellmores and in particular was assisted in the process by Ian Blanchford. As we all know this can be a stressful time but the whole process was made much easier by Ian's professional and no nonsense approach....
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May 19,2014
May 19,2014
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My initial contact with Helmores was with Phil Morgan, who came to value my property for sale. His manner was quietly efficient, listening to my requirements in such a way that I felt confident for the company to take my house sale forward.
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May 19,2014
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I had previously bought a property through Helmores and found them very good, and so went back to them when looking to buy again. Everyone I dealt with was very helpful, both in setting up viewings, and being the channel of contact with the vendors ...
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May 15,2014
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We bought a house from helmores estate agent and found they had Excellent customer service, friendly staff , great communication.......would highly recommend !!!!!!...
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May 15,2014
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Sold house within 24 hours . Ian was excellent all the way through the sale and kept myself well informed all the through the process...
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May 14,2014
May 14,2014
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The staff at Helmores all make you feel very welcome, they remember your name and will ease you gently through the strain of selling your house. I appreciated being kept upto date with developments by regular phone calls, everything they said they would do, they ...
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May 06,2014
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My sister and I were really impressed with the 'can do ', optimistic and proactive approach of Rob Stoyle; he gave sound advice about the best way to present our house for sale, he listened carefully and respectfully to our views.
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May 05,2014
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Ian, Loren and the team were personable and professional throughout the process of us buying a house on their books. They made contact with our sellers' solicitors when it really counted, and played their part in ensuring that exchange finally happened on the day we ...
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Apr 30,2014
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Amy was politely resolute when conducting the sale negotiations on our behalf. Not that she 'drove a hard bargain but she insisted on our price and got the result. Thanks Amy!
Ian showed great persistence and patience during protracted legal hassles, most of which were ...
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Apr 22,2014
Apr 22,2014
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Helmores were the most helpful agents in our search for a property in the South West.
Amy kept us informed at all stages of the purchase, and was very helpful, as were all staff in the office if Amy was not there.
We would thoroughly ...
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Apr 18,2014
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From day one when Phil came out and valued my house they were very professional in all aspectsvof the sale nothing was too much of a problem, any questions that I had was answered even though sometomes was not their field. I Would recommend helmores ...
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Apr 16,2014
Apr 16,2014
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We are overseas tenants, and have had to rely on Helmores not just to market the property, but also to organise the many checks and improvements needed to make the property fit to rent. Helmores have done everything we have asked, using local tradesmen we ...
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Apr 14,2014
Apr 14,2014
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We found Helmores in Crediton to be professional and engaged at all times. Responses to our queries were dealt with quickly and efficiently.
The offices are pleasant and easy to find in a good central location and all the staff are helpful and informed.
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Apr 14,2014
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I was delighted with the service we received from Ian and the team. I was especially thankful for the recommendations in respect of local surveyors and a buildings insurance broker. I don't believe we would have got to exchange without their full support. Can't wait ...
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Apr 12,2014
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Rona was first class in her position at Helmores. She knows the system inside out, and was always the first to contact us with any news. Rona knew more about our sale than our own estate agents! If in the future we need the help ...
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Apr 08,2014
Apr 08,2014
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We have been exceptionally pleased with all manner of service that Helmores have provided us in the purchase of our property. Nat and Ian have kept us updated continually throughout this process and have always been efficient and extremely helpful. We have received prompt responses ...
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Apr 02,2014
Apr 02,2014
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Although acting for the vendor, Ian went out of his way to keep us, the purchasers, up to date on matters as they progressed. There were one or two issues that cropped up during the process which were resolved in no small part due to ...
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Mar 31,2014
Mar 31,2014
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Our first contact was with George Clover who came over as a very professional and approachable man. His explanations were all very positive and we had no hesitation in appointing Helmores. He kept in touch on a regular basis through a long period when we ...
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Mar 31,2014
Mar 31,2014
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This is the third time we have used Helmores to buy and sell our properties. They are always professional and provide an excellent service from start to finish.
They sold our house within 24 hours.
The staff are always very approachable and keep you up to ...
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Mar 23,2014
Mar 23,2014
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We sold our property through Helmores and also purchased our new house through Helmores. All of our dealings were with Phil, James & Ian and they were all fantastic! When coming to our property they always arrived on time and if they said they would give ...
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Mar 22,2014
Mar 22,2014
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We found Helmores, Crediton to be a very user friendly company. All our enquiries and queries were dealt with promptly and efficiently. When we could not get through to who we needed to immediately someone got back to us quickly.
James is very personable, polite ...
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Mar 20,2014
Mar 20,2014
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We have been very happy with Ian during the purchase of our house. He is very calm and makes you feel relaxed in such a stressful time. He always called us back promptly when he could not take our call and we always felt that ...
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Mar 18,2014
Mar 18,2014
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In what eventually turned out to be a difficult sale and conveyance, Loren showed immense patience and forbearance with both the buyer and us. She was always polite and dealt efficiently with every issue as it arose. We are most grateful to her and to ...
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Mar 18,2014
Mar 18,2014
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Helmores are the best estate agents we have had the pleasure of dealing with. They were always friendly and helpful, with good communication on the phone and computer. When our sale fell through they were right back to selling our property the next day, and ...
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Last updated at 10:18 AM 08/01/2016 by George Clover
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