since changing from Derek spires i have found that the service is a lot better. however i still have big cold old windows that need replacing and cold walls as are not properly insulated(all exterior walls need thermal boarding . putting wallpaper over everything so the new tenant doesn't work with me as i am a plaster by trade. puddling has destroyed any chances of creating outdoor space and have only sat in my table and chairs once due to feet in puddles and no proper drainage:(.now i have done some work to tie me off but this winter has been the worse heating is never off. soon as its off its like being in freezer with all my hard earn possessions getting damp:(. work i have undergone hasn't been reimbursed. was told handy man would help out but have seen or hurd.never new that taking over the tenacy means i become that handy hand lool security bulbs have all gone and trying to walk down 3 sets of outdoor stairs with no lights is a total nightmare. seem to be going round in circles last few years

Just boring, lack of sincereness

Went all the way to Birmingham for a viewing, and the agent told me they’d send my application over before the next day. Later that same evening, the property was already marked as “let agreed.” Really disappointing and felt like a waste of time.

I am writing to express my deep dissatisfaction with the service provided by Martins & Co Harborne in relation to the letting of my property. Despite charging disproportionately high fees, the agency took nearly two months to secure tenants. Their primary contribution during this time was to repeatedly suggest lowering the asking price—an approach that lacked creativity, effort, and market insight. It felt as though I was being advised to give the property away. Further compounding the issue, I received multiple emails pressuring me to sign disclaimers absolving the agency of legal responsibility, on the grounds that they were not managing my property—despite having signed Terms of Business with them. This attempt to retroactively shift liability is both unprofessional and unacceptable. Due to their delays, I sourced tenants independently. When I informed Martins & Co that I would proceed with whichever tenant completed the process first, they responded with threats of charging 75% + VAT of the first month’s rent, claiming I was withdrawing from an offer. This is not only unreasonable but borders on coercive. I will be escalating this matter to the Property Ombudsman and urge others to exercise caution when dealing with this agency. Transparency, professionalism, and accountability should be the foundation of any property service—qualities that were sorely lacking in my experience. BE CAREFUL

Avoid at all cost- £325 deduction from deposit to deep clean. We rented a flat from them for a year and spent time cleaning it before the return. The bathroom was thoroughly scrubbed down and so was the kitchen. It was left clean and i understand extra industrial cleaning may be needed however the estate agent should be responsible for this. Instead they have sent us a bill of £325 for industrial cleaning. £70 for removal of personal items- i think there was maybe 3 things left behind. £35 to fix a drawer that was already broken before we moved in. The fact we are being charged £325 for cleaning is ridiculous. After having spent 8 hours scrubbing the flat down ourselves. There is no point cleaning your flat they will deduct a hefty amount regardless.