I had a Gas inspection few days ago to check my boiler as I didn’t have hot water as it keeps going hot and cold for about a year. I had carbon oxide in my back bedroom now it disappeared. I’ve got on... See more
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Reported the problem in the morning , appointment was made for a few days later. But then they rang me back an hour later and said they had an electrician free that afternoon. Within 2 hours he arrive... See more
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I contacted Miriam at customer care call centre and explained my problem booking an appointment. She was extremely helpful and told me she would ring me Monday to try to sort something out. To my ama... See more
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I had my recent boiler service and Joshua spotted some faults and come back within a few days and fixed them. When he managed to get the parts He also fixed a broken radiator valve. I was very impress... See more
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Smith and Byford were established in 1966. We now directly employ 400+ members of staff, yet remain a family run business. We specialise in delivering Gas, Electrical and BMS services to over 15 Registered Providers in London and the South of England.
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they just didn't bother to show up
they just didn't bother to show up. no call from them. no corospondane at all. a total waste of my time. called at 8am this morning...still waiting ar 5pm.. told my housing officer they can come anytime up to midnight. bearing in mind that I am an elderly person with disabilities and multiple health conditions. it's just not good enough..if you can't handle the job give it to someone who can.. I would definitely NOT recommend this company to anybody..I have read the reviews and to be honest THE PEOPLE ARE NOT LYING..I am one of those people. to be honest I'm flabbergasted.. Smyth and Byford GET YOUR ACT TOGETHER..
10 April 2026
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Good morning,
We’re sorry to hear you're unhappy with the service. Could you please email customercare@smithandbyford.com with your full postal address and details of the service you received so our team can investigate this.
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Smith & Byford
Turned up on time
Turned up on time, very professional treated my property with respect and a very pleasant man
9 April 2026
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Smith & Byford
Turned up quickly after heating fault…
Turned up quickly after heating fault reported. Fixed within 30 mins of arriving by lovely young man. No mess or dramas, so very happy.
8 April 2026
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I wouldn’t even give them one star
I wouldn’t even give them one star! Called them about 9-10 times to sort my elderly mother’s boiler - she had no heating or hot water. She is 80 and in poor health living in sheltered accommodation. She tried to deal with it herself initially but was constantly fobbed off. I got involved to try to sort it and there are still issues. The engineers do not do their job. They are incompetent, careless and flippant. One engineer refused to move my mother’s towels to access the boiler in her hallway which is shocking given she is elderly and barely able to stand. Abysmal service. I’m still battling to get the issue fixed.
9 April 2026
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Good morning,
We’re sorry to hear you're unhappy with the service. Could you please email customercare@smithandbyford.com with your full postal address and details of the service you received so our team can investigate this.
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Smith & Byford
Thank you, so much for your help and support. I appreciate the engineer who fix the job. 33 highcross way
They are professional and extremely helpful for the crucial time.
3 April 2026
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Hi Khorsheed,
Thank you for your 5* review, we really appreciate you taking the time to write this. I've passed the details on to our Customer Care team, who will in turn pass on your feedback to the attending engineer and his line manager. We would advise you now edit your review for your privacy, as it contains sensitive information.
Thanks again,
S&B
Gas check appointment…
Engineer was very professional showed his credentials when I answered the door was very efficient doing his checks was pleased with service overall
31 March 2026
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Smith & Byford
Gas safety check boiler/meter on rented…
Gas safety check boiler/meter on rented property, booked first call, bang on time, quick, no mess, all good.
30 March 2026
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Smith & Byford
Professional and trustworthy
I used Smith and Byford services several times and repairs I needed were timely fixed.
Friendly and proffesional engineers.
Recommend.
19 March 2026
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Great service and friendly staff
Great service and friendly staff. Would recommend. Thank you.
26 March 2026
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Left my disabled cousin with no heating…
Left my disabled cousin with no heating no hot water and got told to use kettle water . Rude customer service advisor.
Ongoing still issue raised on the 17.3.26
17 March 2026
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Good morning Laina,
We’re sorry to hear you were unhappy with our service. We thank you for replying to our information request, but unfortunately we have been unable to find you on our system using the information provided.. If you could please send your full address and a recap of the issue to customercare@smithandbyford.com, we will be able to help address your concerns
Kind regards,
S&B
Very good
Very pleased with the engineer,who carried out a gas safety check. Arrived within time frame, polite and friendly and completed all checks,including smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Thanks for keeping us safe!
25 March 2026
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Smith & Byford
Gas Safety Check -Very pleased with the engineer,who…
Very pleased with the engineer,who carried out a gas safety check. Arrived within time frame, polite and friendly and completed all checks,including smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Thanks for keeping us safe!
25 March 2026
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Good morning Sheryl,
Thank you for your 5* review, and for responding to our information request. I've found the job on our system, and your feedback will be shared with the attending engineer and their line manager.
Thanks again,
S&B
Arrived quickly very polite clean and…
Arrived quickly very polite clean and tidy ☺️ . Apparently this is not enough feed back do you want a Enid Blyton story to go with it ...
24 March 2026
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Good morning Lisa,
Thank you for your 5* review, we appreciate you taking the time to leave it. Regarding the information request, this is just so we can confirm your address and the relevant appointment on our system, then we can pass your feedback on to the attending engineer and their line manager.
Thanks again,
S&B
I’ve never had anything but positive…
I’ve never had anything but positive experiences with smith & Byford. Especially the friendly engineers always have a smile and have a good chat. Good Old school service.
24 March 2026
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Smith & Byford
I have been using Smith & Byford for a…
I have been using Smith & Byford for a number of years and have always been impressed with their service.
The staff are very helpful and friendly.
I would highly recommend them.
23 March 2026
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Smith & Byford
NO NONSENSE GETS THE JOB DONE WELL PLUS
They were on time. Quick efficient thorough, clean and tidy and did extra jobs i didnt expect. Pleasant strapping lovely men ha!
19 March 2026
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Smith & Byford
Very Polite, Professional & Efficient
The young man that attended my property was very polite as soon as I opened the door😊
He was polite & professional when he was in my home aswell.
He even took time out to try & answer some questions I had about my hot water.
Was very Pleased & Happy with his work & his mannerism!
***** Rating!
Would Recommend Smith & Byford Ltd
20 March 2026
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Hi there,
Thank you for your great feedback, and for responding to our information request. Our team will look up the job and pass on your review to the engineer and his line manager. Please do get in touch if you require any further assistance.
Thanks,
S&B
The engineer who checked my gas boiler…
The engineer who checked my gas boiler was friendly and professional in his attitude
20 March 2026
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Smith & Byford
Good job done fixed my heating came…
Good job done fixed my heating came back until they found the problem. Very polite and cleaned up afterwards no mess left
18 March 2026
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Smith & Byford
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Smith & Byford
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