95% lettings valuation accuracy
81% lettings fee satisfaction
Jan 13,2017
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I had rented a 3 bed house from BRL and had six month periodic checks all through the 3 years I was there, after every visit they emailed me to say they were happy with the property and for me to extend my tenacy.....which I did, although I did have bad damp problems in the house which I kept on to them about and they did nothing about it.....just before christmas I was told the owner wanted the house back, which again was fine and he also gave me a few weeks to clean the house up and redecorate the walls to magnolia.......which I did, I spent £600 on putting the house right.........when I moved out they kept all my deposit and now have invoiced me for more funds because they say the wall damage outside! and in and the guttering, flashings etc is down to me......apparently due to a cable from a sky dish!!! Anyway my point is stay well clear of these people, they even charged me £100 a few years ago for someone to come and fix my fridge freezer!! DAY LIGHT ROBBERS!
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The Bristol Residential Letting Co
222 North Street
Southville,Bristol
North Somerset
BS3 1JD
01173708818
Performance statistics
| Services | Valuation Accuracy | Fees Satisfaction | Min Price of property reviewed | Max Price of property reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lettings | 95% | 81% | £550 | £2,500 |
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| From Landlords | From Tenants | From Vendors | From Buyers | Other | |||||
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| 32 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Jun 30,2021
Jun 30,2021
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Great experience with finding our new property, quick response times and happy to answer our questions. We have had a great experience at the beginning with them....
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Jun 28,2021
Jun 28,2021
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Truly awful experience with Bristol Residential Letting agents, particulatly with Greg Mander as our property manager. Ever polite but always completely useless. We raised issues on so many occasions that were ignored to the point that there was still outstanding issues unaddressed at the point ...
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Jul 07, 2021
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Hi Laura,
We have had some additional correspondence with you in relation to your dissatisfaction over the service you received during your tenancy at a property we manage.
I would like to apologise again that as a company we did not reach the level of communication which we feel we usually offer to both our tenants and landlords.
That being said, we did take what I feel was appropriate action in trying to assist you to manage the condensation problems you had in the property and in ...
Mar 13,2021
Mar 13,2021
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I had a really awful experience with the Bristol Residential Letting Co. They took ages to make any repairs, even when there were serious problems, and would just avoid answering phone calls or providing information.
During my time in one of their managed properties the ...
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Jul 07, 2021
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Dear Ros,
It was disappointing to read the review you left with your having been a tenant of ours for 3 years. We take all feedback seriously and learn lessons from both negative and positive. With such negative feedback in a public forum, it is important we provide our version of events.
I would refute your claim that it took ages for repairs to be carried out and can confirm there was always a Property Manager in the office should you wish to have called.
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Mar 10,2021
Mar 10,2021
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Great service. Great communication. Quick response. Used find a tenant service - found tenants within 2 weeks. Josh was very helpful and professional throughout. Karen was also helpful....
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Jun 26,2019
Jun 26,2019
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Damien Riley and his team have provided an excellent service during my tenancy. The level of professionalism is to be commended. Any issues with the property I rent have always been swiftly resolved and I have felt listened to and respected throughout.
More recently Damien ...
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Apr 17,2019
Apr 17,2019
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Bristol Residential have let and managed properties in Bristol for me for the past 7 years. Throughout this period I have found them to be very efficient in all aspects of the process - really on the ball. Very helpful with any queries, too. Tenants seem ...
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Fees are appropriate with no hidden extras
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Mar 21,2019
Mar 21,2019
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Damian is our point of contact and provides a first class property management service. He deals promptly with any queries or problems, and always comes back quickly with an answer. He's friendly and professional and nothing is too much trouble. A refreshing change from other ...
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Fees are in line with what we expected
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Mar 09,2019
Mar 09,2019
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I have been a residential landlord for 25 years. For the past three years I have been working with Bristol Residential. Their level of service far exceeds any I have experienced in the past. They are full service - from assistance in identifying investment property to ...
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Feb 23,2019
Feb 23,2019
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We have been engaging the Bristol Residential Letting Co for the past six years for their help in finding us tenants. We are, indeed, very pleased with the service they provide. The staff are always quick to respond and very efficient. We will certainly continue ...
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Feb 12,2019
Feb 12,2019
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Very pleased with BRLCo's management of my rental property. Communications are clear & timely, and Andy's attention to detail is particularly reassuring....
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In line with industry norms.
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Dec 18,2018
Dec 18,2018
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Josh was great from start to finish. He was positive, proffessional & found me some great new tennants. Would highly recommend Josh....
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To be expected
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Dec 05,2018
Dec 05,2018
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Firstly, it helps greatly that their office is open Saturdays. Definitely a help for those of us who can't take off work in the middle of a weekday!
They were friendly, efficient and helpful through every step of the way. I have heard horror stories (...
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The fees were standard, i.e. going market price.
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Dec 03,2018
Dec 03,2018
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The entire letting process was extremely smooth and straightforward. I love the flat and would be happy to work with Josh and the rest of the Bristol Residential Letting Co in the future....
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Nov 25,2018
Nov 25,2018
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Josh and the rest of the Bristol Residential Letting Co were very easy to work with and the overall process went very smoothly....
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Nov 12,2018
Nov 12,2018
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I used Don at Bristol Residential Letting recently for my first tenancy agreement; he was very extremely efficient, prompt, thorough and explained the process fully. It was a smooth and stress-free process. Looking forward to the next one!
Highly recommend!...
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Nov 05,2018
Nov 05,2018
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Josh made letting my apartment very straightforward, I couldn't have asked for a more professional but also friendly service. My flat was let very quickly to my ideal tenant. Since the property was let, I have also been very happy with the management service provided ...
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No issues with the Agent's fees.
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Sep 28,2018
Sep 28,2018
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Since entrusting my properties to BRL after a disastrous and costly experience with my previous letting agent, I have been very impressed in all my dealings with them. Ed was very understanding and empathetic to my situation and like Don and the rest of the ...
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Wey fair and reasonable fees for a five star service
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Sep 25,2018
Sep 25,2018
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I have had The Bristol Residential Letting Co manage my rental properties for years. They are simply wonderful, extremely helpful, knowledgable, reliable, efficient, ahead of their game... the list goes on. I would not be where I am with my property portfolio without them. The ...
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Sep 18,2018
Sep 18,2018
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Incredible managed service. We purchased a new flat, we aren't local and Bristol Residential made everything so easy, they sorted everything. Would recommend without hesitation. Amazing service....
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Jun 20,2018
Jun 20,2018
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I've used most of Bristol's letting agencies in the past - either as a tenant myself or as a landlord - and have found Bristol Res to be a league ahead of the other options.
They operate with a genuine understanding of your situation; and ...
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Matched fees for one of their competitors, which has proved to be great value for money - same fee for a better service.
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Jun 13,2018
Jun 13,2018
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We're very happy with the support from Don, Joshua, and all at The Bristol Residential Letting Co. Southville office.
Tenants were found quickly, payment and paperwork is managed well, and the team's knowledge of the local area was very helpful in choosing a property to ...
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Very reasonable fees for the level of service offered.
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Jun 08,2018
Jun 08,2018
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Speaking as a Landlord with one property to let, I would definitely recommend Bristol Residential Letting. The guidance and advice provided by Don and the staff in the Southville branch has not only been invaluable in helping me to understand the requirements of letting a ...
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Apr 30,2018
Apr 30,2018
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Avoid renting a property that has this company as the agent if you possibly can. We were only at the property for six months and had issues with damp and stinking drains. There was an attempt to resolve the damp issue with a 'cheap and ...
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Disgracefully expensive for zero service.
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May 29, 2018
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I am sorry that you have felt the need to post a negative review in this instance and were not happy with the overall service provided by The Bristol Residential Letting Co during your time at the property.
The damp issue which was raised by yourself while living at the property was resolved within a short time of being raised with us and there have been no issues since. The works completed were as recommended by an experienced contractor and not a budget or temporary solution.
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Mar 23,2018
Mar 23,2018
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I changed a little less than a year ago to The Bristol Residential Letting Co. from another company. This because I was unsatisfied with the way that co. managed my property in Bristol. Thanks to the BRLC the changeover was handled well by them. Since ...
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Fair enough. I live abroad so am completely reliant on their management.
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Mar 14,2018
Mar 14,2018
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Avoid this branch/ James boyack like the plague. Disgusting customer service. Never been so let down by an agency. Lies continually about various aspects of the handover and maintenance. Only responded to emails or calls when it was he that needed something. Will go out ...
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May 23, 2018
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Dear 'B',
I am sorry that you have felt the need to post a negative review about our business and more specifically James Boyack. You have not provided any indication of who you are, or indeed the property you occupy/occupied. We have a complaints procedure that allows a tenant to escalate to management and director level in our business. Unfortunately you have chosen not to do this and so offered us little opportunity to investigate your complaint. I would however state that James Boyack is a ...
Jan 31,2018
Jan 31,2018
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I've worked with the team at The Bristol Residential Letting Company for about 3 years. They provide an absolutely brilliant service. They always deliver on their promises and always go the extra mile. The are professional and excellent to deal with. I would highly recommend them....
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Dec 11,2017
Dec 11,2017
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It is seldom nowadays that you get to work with such a professional organisation.
I have had the pleasure of working with members of staff from both the Southville and Clifton office.
I could not praise their knowledge, flexibility and helpfulness more highly.
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Nov 14,2017
Nov 14,2017
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If I could give them a 0 i would- they do anything to take your deposit, bad service, they would chase for rent before it was even due, move things around when coming for viewings- unethical, horrible humans...
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May 23, 2018
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I am sorry that you have felt the need to post such a scathing review of our business. I have not received a complaint of any sort from a tenant in relation to issues you mention. I would therefore assume you have not felt the need to raise a complaint. I feel you are being grossly negative and unfair on the superb service our business offers to both landlords and tenants. Should you have had an issue with our assessment of deposit deductions due, you are offered the opportunity to dispute throu ...
Feb 22,2017
Feb 22,2017
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Under no circumstances should you rent from this firm. They are a cowboy outfit that simply exploit and neglect tenants. Be under no illusions - they are not there to provide you with a service. They are there to represent and manage the property on ...
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Extremely bad.
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Feb 22, 2017
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Dear Sir/Madam,
It is unfortunate that you have felt the need to comment on our service. I cannot identify who you are by your 'd38' profile name. I can assure you that we carry out every check out as per TDS guidelines. We are all professionally trained and the business is affiliated with ARLA& TPO. It would be in everyones interests for the property to be returned how it was found at the commencement of the tenancy with exception for fair wear and tear. We would be delighted to release full ...
Jan 13,2017
Jan 13,2017
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I had rented a 3 bed house from BRL and had six month periodic checks all through the 3 years I was there, after every visit they emailed me to say they were happy with the property and for me to extend my tenacy.....which I did, ...
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Jan 23, 2017
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Dear Louise,
I am sorry that you have taken this view of the management and assessment of deposit deductions following your checking out of the property. During our check out inspection, we found the property to be below the standard we would expect. The landlord was certainly in agreement with our assessment when he visited. There were multiple issues raised which have been detailed in your check out report along with photos. Where we could not form our own professional opinion, we sought prof ...
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Complaints Procedure
Clifton Office Complaints Procedure
The Bristol Residential Letting Co is committed to providing an excellent service to our customers however we accept that unfortunately sometimes we do not always get it right. Should a situation arise where you are not satisfied we would welcome the opportunity to address this and would ask you to follow the complaints procedure below.
1. Make the problem known to a member of our team as soon as possible and allow them the opportunity to resolve it.
2. Should this not bring a resolution please write to Deborah Hadley, Director, The Bristol Residential Letting Co, 19 Clifton Down Shopping Centre, Whiteladies Rd, Bristol BS8 2NN The grievance will be acknowledged within 3 working days and then investigated in accordance with in-house procedures. A formal written outcome of the complaint will be sent to you within 21 days. Should we require a longer period whilst we gather the facts, we will advise you in writing and confirm our revised response date.
3. Should you remain dissatisfied please contact Ed Osborn, Director, The Bristol Residential Letting Co, 19 Clifton Down Shopping Centre, Whiteladies Road, Bristol BS8 2NN or e-mail [email protected] who will ensure the grievance is investigated by a Director not directly involved with the grievance.
4. For your further reassurance TBRLC is pleased to be a member of the The Property Ombudsman and they can be contacted by writing to The Property Ombudsman, Beckett House, 4 Bridge Street, Salisbury SP1 21LX. Copies of a 'Consumer Guide' and 'Code of Practice' are available free of charge from our office or from The Property Ombudsman website - www.tpos.co.uk
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I am sorry that you have taken this view of the management and assessment of deposit deductions following your checking out of the property. During our check out inspection, we found the property to be below the standard we would expect. The landlord was certainly in agreement with our assessment when he visited. There were multiple issues raised which have been detailed in your check out report along with photos. Where we could not form our own professional opinion, we sought professional advice from 2 building contractors to assess a number of issues raised from the check out report, leading to the proposed deductions. You will be aware of the dispute resolution procedure with TDS as this information would have been provided to you. I have every confidence that the check out procedure was carried out within the guidelines of the TDS and any proposed deductions were justifiable.
Regarding the cost to repair the fridge freezer, our records show a charge of £48 to you as the appliance engineer attended to find that the freezer needed to be defrosted, which we consequently advised you of. This is not a cost a landlord would pay.
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Don McKeever
Branch Manager - Southville