CET Reviews 4,360

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

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Review summary

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Looking at 687 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently highlight the prompt and efficient service, with many praising the quick response times for emergencies. People appreciate the helpful, professional, and friendly demeanor of the staff and engineers, who often go above and beyond expectations to resolve issues. The service is consistently described as excellent, with many noting the thoroughness and care taken to ensure problems are fixed and areas are left clean. However, some customers also noted significant dissatisfaction with customer service, citing poor communication, slow responses, and a lack of follow-up on complaints. There were instances where people experienced prolonged periods without essential services, such as heating or hot water, due to delayed or inadequate repairs and missed appointments.

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Service

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Staff

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Response time

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Customer service

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Customer communications

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had a leak from the cistern in our bathroom which we first noticed over a bank holiday however by the following day it had become considerably worse. I spoke with Direct Line as an emergency on our... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They are very good. Fast response, take care of problems with my property, dealing directly with tenants. Not like other home emergency company who are quick to take money but when it comes to providi... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt response to my kitchen drain blockage. 1st plumber sent couldnt fully deal with the problem,so arranged for someone else to come out,the following morning.This was an urgent need under stressf... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The service was prompt and professional. I had a home emergency (leaking water tank) and I was given a time window of when the plumber/heating engineer would attend. On arrival I was told that the tan... See more

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Company details

  1. Insurance Company
  2. Insurance Agency

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CET is a leading provider of Home Emergency solutions to UK insurance companies, supporting over 3 million customers across the UK. We deliver a full range of specialist property repair services including emergency repairs in the home, drainage survey, excavation and reinstatement and subsidence investigation. Since 1988, we have built a reputation for excellence due to the commitment of our 250 strong team of experts, focused on delivering an exceptional claims journey through technology and innovation. Speed and simplicity are assured through the stringent management of our Contractor Network of over 3,000 independent, accredited engineers across the UK and Northern Ireland. Continuous investment in new technology has also ensured CET has remained at the forefront of providing excellent customer experience and transparent claims handling.


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4.3

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service!

Very understanding representative to whom I spoke on the phone today.
Very swift to send out an engineer to deal with the issue at my home.
A very swift resolve of the situation by the visiting engineer today.

16 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Plumber came out

Plumber came out, just looked up at ceiling, pipes visible as ceiling crashed down night before. he did not fix the leak as a family member had fixed the leak by buying part from screwfix. However for safety I needed a professional to check it. Plumber did not climb on a ladder or check pipes, he took photographs, in all, 5 mins in the property and advised he would pass his findings on. He made sure we had water running. Three stars are because he did not physically fix anything or touch pipes etc.. we thought he would climb on a ladder and take a closer look as a professional. He was polite.

14 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

All sockets and lights failed....

We had an emergency as all our sockets and lights failed this morning. I tried the trip switches but nothing worked. I called Direct Line Home Emergency, my insurance company, they sent an electrician out, he was here within an hour. After extensive testing the fault appears to be our shower. We are waiting for the manufacturer to come and check it. I also received a follow up call to check we are ok.
I cannot fault the service received, shame they couldn't fix the problem, I fear the next step will not be so positive!!

13 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service from the engineer

Excellent service from the engineer, was on time extremely polite and very professional. He sorted the problem out quickly and also cleaned up after himself.
Would definitely recommend.

10 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service. Engineer arrived within the hour. Boiler problem sorted. Now better than ever, cannot fault. Helpline lady very helpful, knew exactly what I was trying to explain. All round great service. Thank you.

10 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Insurance.service paid for not delivered

After waiting for an hour and a half for someone to contact me re sorting out a home leak. They rang back to say they couldn't find a plumber for my area and told me to find my own. Not sure why I have been paying for home emergency insurance as essentially I have been left to sort it myself.

11 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service with perfect outcome

The team kept me well informed about the timing of their visit. They went ‘above and beyond’ to help me as my wife is seriously ill and recovering from major surgery. A first intervention failed to fix the problem but they had someone back with me first thing the next day, no quibbles.

10 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

In our mid 80'and water coming out if…

In our mid 80'and water coming out of emersion heater .call was answered very professionally. Communication whilst waiting excellant.Engineer very polite and knowledgeable...we were assured at all times that they were acting in our best interest..Well done

10 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent and quick response to a major…

Excellent and quick response to a major leak in the bathroom. The CET engineer arrived less than 2 hours of the first call to insurers and promptly sorted out the issue. Very professional. Thank you.

8 March 2026
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