97% sales valuation accuracy
100% sales fee satisfaction
96% lettings valuation accuracy
97% lettings fee satisfaction
At Lakin and Co we take pride in being renowned as a dedicated and trustworthy independent Estate Agent, providing Sales and Lettings with an excellent customer service record. We are able to offer clients a full range of services covering a wide area from our prominent Uxbridge High Street offices....
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At Lakin and Co we take pride in being renowned as a dedicated and trustworthy independent Estate Agent, providing Sales and Lettings with an excellent customer service record. We are able to offer clients a full range of services covering a wide area from our prominent Uxbridge High Street offices.
Our large professional team who all have a passion for property and extensive local knowledge gained from many years of living and working within the area. We have all inevitably forged excellent relationships with local solicitors, estate agents, contractors and large multinational corporations who come to us for properties and expert advice.
As members of The Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA) and The Property Ombudsman (TPO) we follow a strict code of conduct and guidelines ensuring every let we do is carried out thoroughly and diligently. Not only does this ensure that we are doing everything correctly for you it also helps us attract the right clients who like us want a thorough process and a favourable end result.
Our large professional team who all have a passion for property and extensive local knowledge gained from many years of living and working within the area. We have all inevitably forged excellent relationships with local solicitors, estate agents, contractors and large multinational corporations who come to us for properties and expert advice.
As members of The Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA) and The Property Ombudsman (TPO) we follow a strict code of conduct and guidelines ensuring every let we do is carried out thoroughly and diligently. Not only does this ensure that we are doing everything correctly for you it also helps us attract the right clients who like us want a thorough process and a favourable end result.
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3rd Aug 2021
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20th Feb 2021
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17th Feb 2021
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24th Dec 2020
reviewed by 'Paisley'
14th Sep 2020
reviewed by 'Babu'
Performance Statistics
| Services | Valuation | Fees | Min Price of property reviewed | Max Price of property reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | 97% | 100% | £90,000 | £5,650,000 |
| Lettings | 96% | 97% | £500 | £3,500 |
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| From Landlords | From Tenants | From Vendors | From Buyers | Other | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 109 | 0 | 208 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
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- Sales
- Lettings
- Block Management
- Surveys
- Conveyancing
- Mortgage Advice
- Home Builder
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Feb 25,2015
Feb 25,2015
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Superb agents, great attention to detail and extremely efficient. Chris and Robert go out of there way to make sure the whole process is hassle free and simple!...
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Feb 25,2015
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We engaged Lakin & Co to let out our house in Ruislip. Chose them because of the rate they offered and down to earth approach. First valuation was too high and we had to come down with price. The agency was very helpful with providing advice ...
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Feb 25,2015
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I approached Robert as a first time buyer and he was extremely helpful in all aspects of the property market. He was very honest about the pro's and cons of buying and letting a property....
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Feb 24,2015
Feb 24,2015
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Myself and my partner dealt with Thomas Hyde who we both said was very professional and polite.
We found our experience excellent because the communication was there ( which is key when your moving house) so everything ran smoothly which was fantastic. I would definitely recommend ...
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Feb 24,2015
Feb 24,2015
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Lakin and Co do their best to find tenants that they know I will feel I can trust to pay on time, maintain my property to a high standard and be considerate to my neighbours.
They are always very helpful and listen to and action ...
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Feb 24,2015
Feb 24,2015
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We purchased our Flat three years ago with the help of Chris Lakin who very kindly attend several meetings with us before we completed on the property. He then found a delightful couple who rented the flat for two years. Following them moving out Robert ...
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We have spoken to both Robert and Chris on the Fees and have looked around at other companies we have found there fees to be competitive.
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Feb 23,2015
Feb 23,2015
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We found ourselves in the unenviable position of having 8 weeks to find somewhere else to live, as our landlord decided to sell the flat we rented from him and gave us the minimum notice. We found our new property through Lakin & Co, and I am ...
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Feb 23,2015
Feb 23,2015
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We have been working with Lakin & Co since two years ago - and overall experience has been very good.
Initially we moved outside of the UK and we needed a fully managed service, we went to Orchard (as it was known back then) as we ...
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Feb 22,2015
Feb 22,2015
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Exceptional service nothing too much. Staff friendly,helpful and informative and always go the extra mile. Open 6 days a week, late in the evenings which is great when you are working. Excellent and all my business is now with them...
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Feb 22,2015
Feb 22,2015
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Chris and Robert have handled our property and tenants with care and great attention to detail. Their help and advice has always been greatly appreciated especially when moving our tenants in and out. I would highly recommend thier Lakin & Co property services to anyone letting ...
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Feb 21,2015
Feb 21,2015
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Manage my property brilliantly
- informs me of any problems and gives me help in correcting them
Make sure that the rent hits my account at the right time...
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Very reasonable
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Feb 20,2015
Feb 20,2015
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Lakin & Co, Are very professional and personal and their fees are very competitive. My experience has been positive and would and have recommended them....
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Feb 20,2015
Feb 20,2015
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I have been using Orchards to let my property for almost 3 years. Chris,Robert and the team have always been professional,approachable and easy to deal with. I have no reason to look for other letting agents and will continue to use and happily recommend ...
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Very competitive.
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Feb 20,2015
Feb 20,2015
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This lettings agent does a thorough vetting service. They provide high quality tenants. They pride themselves on only picking tenants that are professionals.
I have had very few problems dealing with this company.
Chris and Thomas both give a professional and very friendly service. They ...
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Feb 20,2015
Feb 20,2015
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From the first time I met Chris, I knew he would look after my flat and has successfully managed it now for 5 years with no issues or problems. Thoroughly recommended....
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Feb 20,2015
Feb 20,2015
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I have used Lakin & Co to let 2 properties in Ickenham and Pinner.
I have found them to be competitively priced and keen to respond to any queries I have.
I would not hesitate to recommend them to any other landlord....
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Feb 20,2015
Feb 20,2015
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I have had dealings with both Chris Lakin and Robert Shuttleworth since 2012 on the lettings side and I find these 2 gentlemen to be very courteous and thoroughly professional. They have dealt with all aspects of lettings on the couple of properties that I have and ...
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They are very competetive
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Feb 23, 2015
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Dear Babu,
Thank you so much for your kind review.
It's very much appreciated and in this industry such feedback is particularly important as we rely on our client's reviews and feedback to help show prospective landlords and tenants that we are a genuine and reputable estate agent.
Many thanks again.
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Chris ...
Feb 20,2015
Feb 20,2015
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This is the second time we have done business with Lakin & co. Chris and Robert are very knowledgeable and professional with their dealings with my self and my wife, taking time to explain in detail the procedure which the company will adopt to achieve the ...
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Naturally one would be happy with a lower fee/commission, but Lakin & Co's. fees seem to be lower than most other agents in the area, so very pleased.
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Feb 20,2015
Feb 20,2015
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The Lakin team is very professional and responsible. Renting process was quite easy and transparent - with no surprise costs or fees. Tom, Robert & Rosanne are always at hand to help and replies to emails quickly. For any maintenance works, inspection etc, the agency always ...
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Feb 20,2015
Feb 20,2015
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Dear Costumers.
My name is Adam Boltromiuk and I am polish man living in the UK for twelve years.I had opportunity to rent eight houses/flats from six different agencies and non of them was so good as Lakin&Co.I ask Chris Lakin ...
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The fees similar like in rest of the letting business.
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Feb 19,2015
Feb 19,2015
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This is the best experience I have had with an estate agent and I have had experience with many over the last 10 years with regards to buying, selling and renting property. The staff are all very friendly, efficient and helpful and always respond promptly to ...
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Feb 20, 2015
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Dear Paula,
Thank you so much for your kind review. We really do try our best for everyone and getting positive feedback really makes us very proud.
Thank you again.
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Feb 19,2015
Feb 19,2015
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From the very first interaction with Lakin (was Orchard), Tom represented himself very well and made things very clear. It was obvious that he had lots of experience and he made us (as first time landlords) feel very confident with the process and pre-let advice.
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Fees were competitive although we would have preferred not to be tied to the renewal fee
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Feb 19,2015
Feb 19,2015
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Great agent that provided clear and helpful advice every step on the way. An excellent tenant was found for the property and their management service really is hassle free. I'd highly recommend and will be staying with them to manage property in the future!...
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Feb 20, 2015
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Dear Julia,
Thank you so much for leaving us a review it means a lot to all of us.
We are delighted you are happy with our services and your positive feedback has really made our day.
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