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Homestead Consultancy Services Ltd has 50 years of residential property management experience and currently manages the servicing, maintenance and repairs for over 7,000 properties across 217 separate developments. The mainstay of our work is to manage residential service charges and deal with the block management of flats and estates. From luxury waterfront apartment complexes and Grade II listed buildings through to new and refurbished accommodation, we specialise in the management of residential blocks, helping property management companies and owners to run their businesses smoothly. Our reputation has grown with our success. Our customers appreciate our attention to detail and round the clock administrative, professional and technical support. We serve a diverse range of clients with substantial residential property portfolios across the North West, the Midlands and Wales.0

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Betygsatt 1 av 5 stjärnor

Awful company

Just a terrible company to deal with. Provided proof my windows hadn't been cleaned for over a year despite paying exorbitol service charges. Was dictated that only £30 would be credited covering 4 months despite evidence from tenant. If they spent half as much time looking into issues than they did with long winded narcessistic responces they might get 2 stars.

22 september 2026
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Dear Alastair,

We are disappointed by this review, as our team made every effort to address your concerns reasonably and transparently. We acknowledged the issue with window cleaning during a contractor transition and issued a £30 refund to cover the period in question.

We requested full, untruncated email records to thoroughly investigate your additional claims, but we were unable to proceed productively. While we are sorry that this resolution was unsatisfactory to you, we remain confident that our actions were fair and in line with our responsibilities.

Betygsatt 5 av 5 stjärnor

I am a leaseholder and find Homestead…

I am a leaseholder and find Homestead very easy to deal with.
Staff are knowledgeable and helpful.
In an industry that gets a bad press at times, Homstead stand out in a positve way.

27 augusti 2026
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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review! We know property management can have its challenges, so it means a lot to hear that our team has made a positive impression. We’re always here to support our leaseholders and ensure things run smoothly for you.

Betygsatt 5 av 5 stjärnor

I am currently selling my apartment in…

I am currently selling my apartment in Lydiate and was worried and anxious about getting all of the relevant information and documentation from Homestead as I did not want to encounter any delays, or the chance of my sale falling through.

Freya Allen dealt with my case right from the start and handled all of the many enquiries from the buyers solicitor. I can honestly say Freya is an asset to the company! Nothing was too much trouble! Enquiries were always answered promptly and professionally and I was kept in the loop at all times. Freya made the whole process stress free and I can’t thank her enough for being so diligent and enthusiastic to every task sent her way. Thank you so much Freya I couldn’t have got through it without your help!

Jayne H

19 augusti 2026
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Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience, Jayne! We completely understand how stressful selling a property can be, so we are thrilled that Freya made the management enquiries process smooth and hassle-free for you.

Betygsatt 4 av 5 stjärnor

Solid service delivered by experienced specialist team.

Homestead have been our managing agent for over three years. They have tailored their service to the specific needs of our block and we have found them to offer a solid and responsive service. We work closely with the local agent, but have the wider team of experienced specialists to advise on all matters, and that has been invaluable. Alongside the day to day maintenance we have a series of long overdue building works and repairs underway that are the result of years of mismanagement under previous managing agents. Thankfully, since taking over, Homestead has helped us to navigate the complexities of the works programme. Their service is of a high standard and offers good value for money.

13 augusti 2026
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Thank you for your wonderful feedback and for placing your trust in Homestead over the last three years.

We're pleased to hear that our tailored approach, responsive service, and access to specialist expertise have made a positive difference. It's especially encouraging to know that our team has been able to support you through the challenges of progressing significant building works and repairs while maintaining day-to-day management standards.

Thank you once again for your recommendation. We look forward to continuing to support you and your community.

The Homestead Team

Betygsatt 1 av 5 stjärnor

Company from hell

Where do I begin with this awful company, claim to manage the grounds and this is what over £800 a quarter gets you? Graffiti all over the walls, Rubbish on the floors outside and insides, muck on the walls and ripped up carpets, they calim they send cleaners every week, over 7 years I've lived here and I've never once seen them. Carpets were ruined a few years ago due to a leak that took them a week to address and they wanted extra payment feom our pockets to replace them. Grass grew to about 3ft on one occasion and the excuse was not everyone was paying their service charge, but if you dared to question about stopping your own payment until things continued they don't mind sending you threatening letters and ignoring your calls. They took away the main boiler unit because it wqs too much for them for maintenance and gave everyone 3 months to sort out their own new boiler. No help with money or who to call. Cheapest around was £5,000. Not everyone has that. Sewage leak that was left for months and started killing off the birds around the area, the smell was awful. They employed a walking watch fire service when the fire alarms failed. Demanded we pay the fee of £2,000 plus for a bunch of students who spent all day on their phones. Later sent a later they had been given some funding to make up for it. We never saw a penny and we're charged even more. This is a Company to avoid at all costs, absolute criminal and they know exactly what they're doing.

2 maj 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. While we welcome constructive feedback, we are disappointed that several statements within this review are inaccurate or lack important context.

Had you contacted us directly before posting this review, we would have welcomed the opportunity to discuss your concerns and provide clarification. Unfortunately, the review does not accurately reflect the challenges faced by the development or the work undertaken on behalf of leaseholders.

Service charges are calculated based on actual and anticipated expenditure, with supporting records available for review. Between 1 April 2025 and 6 August 2026, expenditure at the development totalled £777,502.28, much of which related to fire safety measures, insurance, repairs, maintenance and statutory compliance.

A significant proportion of these costs arose following the discovery of previously unidentified fire safety defects during a Fire Risk Assessment. As a result, a 24-hour Waking Watch was introduced in February 2026 until a compliant fire alarm system could be installed.

The suggestion that the Waking Watch was introduced due to a failed fire alarm system is incorrect. The existing system was no longer considered sufficient in light of newly identified fire safety risks, and the Waking Watch was implemented on professional fire safety advice to protect residents while a permanent solution was installed.

To help manage these costs, some non-essential services, including cleaning and grounds maintenance, were temporarily reduced while resources were prioritised towards emergency life-safety measures. These services were reinstated once the new alarm system was operational.

Several other comments also require clarification:

• Graffiti had been removed approximately six weeks before this review was posted. Any subsequent incidents had not been reported to us.

• Issues relating to rubbish and site appearance must be considered alongside ongoing vandalism, fly-tipping and anti-social behaviour caused by a minority of residents and visitors.

• Grounds maintenance was not reduced because residents were not paying service charges. Resources were temporarily redirected towards urgent fire safety measures, including a Waking Watch service costing in excess of £250,000.

• The communal biomass heating system was removed following fire damage and to avoid further maintenance costs. Since 2019, leaseholders had collectively paid over £307,000 towards a system known for frequent breakdowns and unreliability. The transition was managed alongside Preston City Council, and support was offered to affected residents.

• The alleged sewage leak was an underground burst pipe requiring excavation works and was addressed through the appropriate emergency and insurance channels. We have received no reports supporting claims of wildlife impacts.

• The Waking Watch Replacement Fund contributed approximately £160,000 towards the installation of the new fire alarm system. This funding was specifically for alarm installation and removal of the Waking Watch requirement. It was not intended to cover Waking Watch operating costs or provide direct payments to leaseholders.

• Delays to the installation programme were also caused by repeated difficulties obtaining access to individual properties, extending the period the Waking Watch remained in place and increasing costs for all leaseholders.

Residents are entitled to question expenditure and challenge decisions. However, such discussions are most productive when based on accurate information and full context. Reviews that omit key facts can create a misleading impression of both the circumstances faced and the significant efforts undertaken to maintain safety and compliance.

Should you wish to discuss these matters further, our Health & Safety Manager would be happy to assist:

01253 640040
domique@homesteadcsl.co.uk

Betygsatt 5 av 5 stjärnor

We have worked with Homestead for over…4 years

We have worked with Homestead for over 4 years now and find there team very easy to deal with, especially very professional to the customers we meet and all have never given myself or my staff any bad experiences of there duty to put things right in a timely manner and on most occasions say that was quick we only reported it yesterday so overall I would say very good in there care to tenants.As for ourselves they have always been polite easy to reach out to when we have concerns about jobs that need some more attention than others do they are always ready to listen and work things out to the best outcome for the customers so my team would like to thank all the people we have met over the years for their professionalism,will look forward to many more years thank you from G&G Maintenance

4 augusti 2026
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Thank you for your wonderful review and for taking the time to share your experience.

We greatly value the relationship we have built with G&G Maintenance over the past four years and appreciate your kind words about our team. As one of our trusted contractor partners, your feedback means a great deal to us.

We are committed to delivering a responsive and professional service to our clients and residents, and it's reassuring to hear that this is reflected in your day-to-day interactions with our team. Strong partnerships with contractors like yourselves play an important part in helping us achieve the best outcomes for the developments we manage.

Thank you for your continued support, professionalism, and collaboration over the years. We look forward to working together for many more years to come.

The Homestead CSL Team

Betygsatt 5 av 5 stjärnor

I would like to say a big thank you to…

I would like to say a big thank you to Mike a call handler, who took my call today 03/08/26
i rang in a panic, i had left something outside, to be honest it did look like waste ... it was oven racks in a cleaning bag.
Called Homestead, as the gardener had been round shortly before,
Mike said dont worry, i will email them, if they have it they will return it.
I honestly thought that would be the end of it.
I was thinking i would have to buy a new set..
About half a hour later a lovely young man, who had been gardening and did think it was waste returned it.
Tank you so much to both of you.
Fantastic service. No fuss.
Problem solved.

3 augusti 2026
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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review.

We are delighted to hear about your positive experience and that Mike was able to provide reassurance when you called. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to both Mike and the member of the gardening team who returned your oven racks.

At Homestead we understand that unexpected situations can be stressful, so it's wonderful to know that a quick response and a little teamwork helped resolve the issue so smoothly.

We're pleased we could help and really appreciate your support.

Kind regards,
The Homestead CSL Team

Betygsatt 5 av 5 stjärnor

A service focussed responsive management company

This company have been running the management of apartment blocks which consist of two buildings with a total of 18 accommodation units.
They are approachable,friendly and focused on providing a good value quality customer service. They respond to requests in a timely efficient manner whether by phone,email, personal office visits or by their website.
They seek out reliable tradesmen to complete their works and will respond to negative reviews of work undertaken if necessary . Loyal contractors benefit from the prospect of work for other sites that the company manage .
Site visits are arranged to discuss work in progress or future projects .
Apartment owners can become Directors through Companies House and influence intended/completed works and budgets.

27 juli 2026
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Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with our services.

We are delighted to hear that you have found our team approachable, responsive, and committed to providing good value and quality customer service. Building positive relationships with our leaseholders, directors, contractors, and residents is at the heart of everything we do, so it's wonderful to know that our efforts are being recognised.

Thank you again for your kind words and continued support.

Betygsatt 5 av 5 stjärnor

Good Company to work alongside with

We have carried pest control work out for Homestead for many many years now. They are always professional and always available when you telephone them (unlike some companies). They are very pro active whenever we need their help. Would have no hesitation in recommending them.

1 juli 2026
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Thank you for your kind words and for your continued support over the years.

We greatly value the strong working relationship we have built together and are delighted to hear that our professionalism, responsiveness, and proactive approach have made a positive impression. We believe that maintaining open communication and working closely with our trusted contractors is key to delivering the best possible service to our clients and residents.

Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we look forward to continuing our successful partnership for many years to come.

Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience.

Betygsatt 5 av 5 stjärnor

Great company to work for

Great company to work for, good communication and always available on the end of the phone. Always helpful.

26 juli 2026
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Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear that you've had a positive experience working with us as a contractor. Building strong relationships with our contractor network is incredibly important to us, and we're pleased that our communication, availability, and support have met your expectations.

Betygsatt 5 av 5 stjärnor

Homestead's Insurance Service

Iain MacGregor, Homestead's Insurance Administrator, provided an excellent overview of the renewal terms for the development they manage on our behalf. He provided an overview of discussions with their broker, the overall market landscape, and the key risk factors insurers are currently focused on. He also reviewed with them the claims handling performance of our current insurer and some concerns arising from their handling of recent claims. Together they were able to negotiate enhanced policy definitions to provide more comprehensive cover, and a substantial saving compared to last year of nearly £500. Well done Iain and Homestead!

25 mars 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. We’re delighted to hear about your positive experience working with Iain MacGregor and the Homestead team.

Providing our clients with clear, informed guidance at renewal is something we take great pride in, and it's wonderful to know that Iain's expertise, market insight, and commitment to achieving the best outcome helped deliver both enhanced cover and significant savings for your development.

Betygsatt 5 av 5 stjärnor

Helpful Sales Dept

We have just sold our apartment. I have to say the sales department, particularly Freya was outstanding. She sent the management pack out within 2 days and answered all enquiries from the solicitor quickly. She also let me know when she had done so meaning I could chase up the solicitor myself

30 april 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're delighted to hear that your sale progressed smoothly and that Freya provided such excellent support throughout the process.

We understand how important timely communication is when selling a property, so it's great to know that the management pack was issued promptly and that all solicitor enquiries were handled efficiently.

Betygsatt 5 av 5 stjärnor

Supportive, transparent and helpful.

Homestead have been our Managing Agent for some time and we have never had cause to make or write negative comments on any platform. Any company is judged not by how they perform when things are going well but how they respond to occasional glitches.

Homestead never fail to sort out issues which arise - promptly and efficiently. That is the mark of professionalism.

All their staff have expertise and training in the areas they manage. They are accessible and available to talk to owners and directors. From time to time, you may get switchboard or a voicemail but calls are always returned.
Each member of staff has an email address and email is an alternative means of communication.

Homestead have gone above and beyond to help and support us during some difficult times. They are transparent and utterly trustworthy and provide value for money.

I can recommend them as a Managing Agent who do their very best for all their clients.

23 juli 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review.

We are delighted to hear that your experience with Homestead has been consistently positive over the years. We firmly believe that the true measure of a managing agent is how effectively they respond when challenges arise, so it is especially rewarding to know that our team has been able to resolve issues promptly and efficiently when needed.

Your comments regarding our staff's professionalism, expertise, accessibility and commitment to communication are greatly appreciated. We understand the importance of being available to our clients, and we are pleased that our team's efforts to provide responsive support have made a difference.

We are particularly grateful for your recognition of the support we have provided during more difficult times. Building trusted, transparent relationships with our clients is at the heart of what we do, and it is wonderful to know that this has been reflected in your experience.

Thank you once again for your recommendation and for placing your trust in Homestead.

The Homestead Team

Betygsatt 1 av 5 stjärnor

If I could give 0 stars I would.

If I could give 0 stars I would.
Stephen Connolly and Heather Heywood who we are dealing with.
Communication from the off is awful. Ring the company get told the site manager will ring back he never does. Never emails back. One week it took me ringing the office 4 times before I got any correspondence or call back. Tried to blame myself and my partner for the damp issues in the bedroom, following surveyor report, we have done what we need on our behalf, homestead however have not. This was back in June and they were supposed to fit a drain and this has still not happened 5 months on. This was to help water not hold or built up against our apartment on the ground floor and due this awful weather again it’s started to get damp again after having paid for a decorator to come in. Not to mention buying new blinds and curtains previously. Full of false promises. Site manager Stephen just undermines you and doesn’t get back to any emails or calls you back as he knows he’s not done what he should or follows up on anything he says. I’ve forwarded this issue onto the property redress scheme as they seem to want to listen and help and I actually get some correspondence back.

*update*
Just to add, they are still a company that don’t show any empathy or lack in communication. Yes they completed remedial works but gave false promises they would replace what was damaged inside the bedroom due to the issue from the building, done this work now saying we have to wait 2/3 months to let it dry out which there is no recommendation to do so but stalling time so they don’t have to do any work inside and not fix anything. My partner had an unexpected seizure so why would we want to move back in here to wait until it’s dry, it’s inhabitable. Selfish, narcissistic company! They always say they have kept in regular contact however my last email to Stephen Connolly has not had a reply to.

6 maj 2026
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Thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear that you remain dissatisfied with the way this matter has been handled.

We would, however, like to clarify that a number of the statements made in this review do not accurately reflect the circumstances or the extensive actions taken by Homestead. We have investigated the concerns raised, instructed independent specialists, and carried out the remedial works that were recommended.

Throughout this process, we have remained in regular contact and have responded to correspondence, arranged inspections, and progressed the works required. Following completion of the external remedial works, it is necessary to allow a period of drying before any internal redecoration or further assessment can be undertaken. This is standard practice to ensure any works carried out internally are effective and long-lasting.

It is also important to note that effective ventilation within a property plays a significant role in managing moisture levels, and this has been discussed during the course of our investigations.

We appreciate that this has been a frustrating experience for you, but we do not accept the suggestion that Homestead has ignored the matter or failed to act. We remain committed to resolving any outstanding concerns and will continue to engage through the appropriate channels, including the Property Redress Scheme should they become involved.

Betygsatt 1 av 5 stjärnor

Avoid Homestead at All Costs

Avoid Homestead at All Costs – Dishonest, Exploitative, and Impossible to Deal With
Homestead are an absolutely terrible company to deal with. Their service charges are extremely high, and yet they invest little to nothing back into the buildings they manage. In my experience, any work they claim to have done is either done cheaply or exaggerated — they regularly lie about the true cost of maintenance, inflating figures far beyond what’s reasonable.

The building my property was in suffered from years of neglect under their management. It deteriorated to such a degree that it was nearly condemned, and instead of taking accountability, Homestead pushed the financial burden onto residents. We were hit with huge additional charges on top of already sky-high service fees.

They even claimed to have spent hundreds of thousands of pounds on lift maintenance — on a lift that hasn’t worked once in the entire six years I owned my property. It’s beyond belief.

Homestead are bullies who treat leaseholders appallingly. They even forced me to pay off a debt from the previous owner’s service charge, then handed the matter to a debt collector in my name until I paid up. Ever since then, their only communication has been more demands for money, with virtually nothing to show for it.

In my honest opinion, Homestead are con men who exploit their residents.

If you’re considering buying a property managed by them — don’t do it. You’ll only end up regretting it, just as I do.

16 april 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are sorry that your experience has led you to hold this view.

We feel it is important to provide some context regarding the matters raised. The issues affecting the building related to significant fire safety concerns which required immediate intervention to protect residents and ensure compliance with fire safety requirements. Throughout this period, our priority was the safety and wellbeing of all occupants, and we worked closely with the Fire Service and other relevant professionals to implement the necessary measures and address the concerns identified.

As leaseholders were advised at the time, some routine services were temporarily impacted while resources were focused on managing these urgent health and safety matters. Throughout the process, regular updates were provided to residents, and we worked diligently to resolve the situation as quickly and effectively as possible.

We do not accept the suggestion that Homestead neglected the building or acted dishonestly. Service charge expenditure is governed by lease obligations and is supported by detailed accounts and records. Any major works or additional costs incurred were associated with addressing serious issues affecting the safety and integrity of the building and were not undertaken lightly.

We are particularly disappointed by the characterisation of our team, especially given the considerable time, effort, and commitment invested over many months to safeguard residents and secure a resolution to the fire safety concerns. We have received a significant amount of positive feedback from leaseholders who recognised the challenges involved and appreciated the work undertaken during a very difficult period for the development.

Whilst we understand that not all residents will agree with every decision made, our focus has always been on acting in the best interests of the building and its residents, particularly where health and safety matters are concerned.

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