DLG Auto Services Reviews 10,702

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Review summary

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Considering 1,025 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the excellent service, highlighting the helpful and professional staff. Many people noted the high quality of repairs and the exceptional customer service, with frequent updates and a smooth process from start to finish. However, some people were dissatisfied with the product, mentioning issues such as missed scratches, unfinished repairs, and new damage upon return. A few other people also felt that the quality of parts used was poor, leading to recurring problems, and some experienced delays and a lack of communication regarding their vehicle's status.

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Service

Customers had positive experiences with service. Many reviewers praised the excellent customer service,... See more

Staff

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Quality

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Customer service

Customers consistently note positive experiences with customer service, highlighting excellent communication... See more

Product

Consumers find product quality to be ambiguous. While some reviewers were very satisfied, stating their car... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A woman ran into the back of my car and within an hour Direct line insurance (who DLG motors are a part of) phoned me up and said DLG would collect my car. A few days later they did. I was kept... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We were referred to DLG Basildon through our insurance and the service was too class from collecting our car till it was dropped back. They arranged the hire car and kept us informed during the repair... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The original repair was good apart from they had missed a small scratch on the top of the door. After sending a picture to Simon Bennett they asked me to take the car back to see what they could do. J... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was directed to DLGAutoServ by my insurance company. I filled out the relevant online form on Saturday 14 February, my car was collected on Monday 16th and was returned to me repaired on 19th. Apart... See more

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Company details

  1. Auto Repair Shop

Written by the company

DLG Auto Services is Direct Line Group’s UK network of bodyshops, today consisting of 23 garages nationwide which makes us one of the largest repair groups in the UK. We repair around 100,000 accident damaged cars every year, and all cars are repaired to British Kitemark BS 10125 standard, the British safety standard for vehicle damage repair. All repair work comes with a 5-year guarantee, and we are committed to ensuring we meet the manufacturers repair standards to ensure our customers vehicles are repaired to the highest standards. By investing in new technologies, we are preparing the business for the future and will have a better understanding of how technology will affect the design and manufacture of cars. Our high operating efficiency allows us to deliver excellent cost control whilst meeting our environmental targets through lowering emissions and increased recycling. We are exploring a range of solutions to embed our environmental goals as part of our emissions reduction strategy, including using alternative fuels such as hydrogenated vegetable oil and energy efficient lighting. Safety and quality are really at the heart of everything we do, and it is paramount that you would use us again and recommend us to your friends and family.

5 year guarantee

5 year guarantee provided on all work

We provide a 5 year guarantee on all of our repairs.

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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5 stars

Really happy with the repairs on my car.

I was kept updated throughout and the work has been very thorough.

Would recommend to all.

28 January 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We're happy to hear that you're pleased with the car repairs and our communication. We appreciate your recommendation and thank you for your feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service and excellent…

Great service and excellent commonication.
Thank you

2 February 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We are happy to hear that you had a great experience with our excellent communication and service. Thank you for your kind words!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very professional

Very professional, excellent communication. Overall great service from vehicle collection through to return delivery. Vehicle returned in immaculate condition.

3 February 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We're happy to hear that you had such a positive experience! We appreciate your comments regarding our team's professionalism, communication, and the condition of your vehicle. Thank you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service, they kept me upto date with the repairs and did a great job on the work

3 February 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We're happy to hear that you received excellent service! We appreciate your positive feedback regarding our team keeping you updated on the repairs.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant Service

A brilliant service from start to finish. My car was picked up and a courtesy car delivered (this was immaculately clean). I was kept informed of how the repairs to my car were progressing. All the staff I had contact with were very friendly, polite and professional. I am hard of hearing and the young lady on the phone was very patient. My car was returned, repaired to an excellent standard &valeted inside & out. Could not have wished for anything better.

2 February 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We're happy to hear that you had such a positive experience! We appreciate your comments regarding our team's professionalism, the courtesy car, and the quality of the repair work. Thank you for your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kept us up to date with with repair and…

Kept us up to date with with repair and staff very friendly and efficient.

27 January 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We're glad you found our staff friendly and efficient, and that we kept you informed about your repair. Thank you for your positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They went far and beyond and did a…

They went far and beyond and did a great job very pleased with the service, great communication always kept updated. Work finished a week before estimed date.

30 January 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We're happy to hear that you're pleased with our service and communication. It's great to know the work was completed ahead of schedule. Thank you for your positive feedback!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good points

Good points : car repairs was amazing colour match considering the damage my car endured. Excellent Job .
Bad point my car had no issues before the accident , so as soon as I turn the key warning lights was coming up . Took it to my garage ive been with for over 30 years water pump is gone . Cleanliness of my car and green mould build up where ever my car was stored whilst being fixed ....

27 January 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We're glad you appreciated the car repair and color matching. We're sorry to hear about the warning lights and water pump issue after the accident, as well as the vehicle's cleanliness. We'll review these concerns. Thanks for your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I couldn’t give this company a better review

I couldn’t give this company a better review. They kept us in touch all the way through and I couldn’t recommend them enough. Staff were so helpful and pleasant.

28 January 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We're happy to hear that you had such a positive experience! We appreciate your kind words regarding our staff's helpfulness and communication. Thank you for the recommendation!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good service

Very good service - kept me informed of repair progress, came for car when they said they would, completed repair early, and did an excellent job.

27 January 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We're happy to hear that you had a positive experience! It's great to know that you were informed of the repair progress and that we completed the job to your satisfaction.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid Avoid Avoid

Absolutely abysmal customer service from start to finish. Only ever had one insurance claim in my life and unfortunately it went to this garage for the bodywork repairs. Communication was terrible with me having to call them for updates. They put the date my vehicle would be ready back 4 times in total and then when they said it was finally ready there were problems that did not exist when the car went into the garage. On top of that when they collected the courtesy car I had, they took it away without letting me know with all my work stuff and personal belongings in. If your insurance company wants to put your car in this garage for repairs, I would insist it goes elsewhere.

6 January 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We're sorry to hear about the issues you experienced with communication, the delays, the new problems with your vehicle, and the handling of the courtesy car and your belongings. We'll review your case to see how we can improve our service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

All good

All good - delivery drivers were polite and friendly and efficient

27 January 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We're happy to hear that our delivery drivers provided you with a friendly and efficient experience. Thank you for your positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Service

Great service, communication and delivery. Really impressed with the service provided by DLG auto services.

27 January 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We're happy to hear that you were impressed with our service, communication, and delivery. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us this great feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Following the Online Arrangements

Following the Online Arrangements , once works had been arranged , I was made extremely welcome, whether on the telephone or in person , every person was very professional , at the Office Reception , the Handover Personal and onto the Gentleman that returned the Car to my home address ..

Many Thanks again
Keith Brocking

27 January 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We're happy to hear that you felt very welcome throughout the entire process, from the initial arrangements to the return of your car. We appreciate your kind words regarding our team's professionalism and thank you for your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

No comaints

Car picked up nice and early in the dsy. Work completed and car returned promptly

16 January 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We're happy to hear that your car was picked up early, the work completed, and the car promptly returned. Thank you for your positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding

20 January 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

That’s great to hear, thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service from start to finish

Excellent service from first point of contact, to car pick up, high quality repair and delivered back all during our vacation. The car was returned fully valeted inside and out….. I would highly recommend DLG Auto Services.

12 January 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We're happy to hear that you received excellent service from start to finish. It's great to know the repair was high quality and the valet service met your expectations. Thank you for recommending our services!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Having just dealt with dlg auto…

Having just dealt with dlg auto services ,i cant praise them enough.after someone damaged my car,it was collected on a thursday.damage assessed on the friday.kept in touch all the time.and my car returned within a week.excellent service.thank you

15 January 2026
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Reply from DLG Auto Services

We're happy to hear that you had such a positive experience with our services. It's great to know that we could assist you efficiently after your car was damaged. Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your feedback!

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