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“Let down by aftercare”

Written on: 20/05/2013

We were generally really happy until I needed to temporarily remove a shutter for a new window to be fitted. We were told as the shutters were old (just coming to 4years old In August, I would like to add), and the independent engineer that fitted them had stopped working for the company. I couldn't be given any advice on how to remove them or be supplied with an alternate engineer to help. Once out of guarantee (good old guarantees!) little to no help. Before the phone conversation I... (read more)

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“Felt extremely rushed”

Written on: 19/05/2013 by VickyLou

Booked a Saturday appointment, stressing that we didn't even know what kind of blinds we required, so to allow sufficient time. We wanted blinds for three windows in our kitchen - the sales person arrived on time, but when offered a coffee, said that "no, he was on a VERY tight schedule and didn't have time for coffee"! We were then asked what kind of blinds we wanted and responded that we wanted to look at a few options as we didn't really know. He put the brochure and samples in front of... (read more)

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“Hassle-Free Blinds and Curtains”

Written on: 16/05/2013

Having decided to fit blinds to nearly every window and external door in the house, we were anxious to obtain advice about the best type to order. We contacted Hillary's and their representative was extremely helpful, providing us with all the information which we needed in order to come to a decision and showing us the different colours which were available. Every blind was made to the correct size and specification, and fitted with care and accuracy. So impressed were we that when, a few... (read more)

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“STEER CLEAR of Hillarys Blinds!!”

Written on: 15/05/2013 by Cams33

Having just witnessed a Hillarys van drive extremely aggressively and subject a good law abiding driver to harassment and dangerous driving, and then drive through a residential 30 mph zone at more than 50mph and accelerating... I would never use them. Anyone who would behave like that in a clearly marked company vehicle I would not trust in my home nor would I trust their integrity as a business. (read more)

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“Reliable & Consistent Quality Service”

Written on: 15/05/2013 by georginarigby

I have purchased all my blinds from Hilary's & I've been delighted with the service on all ocassions. All appointments have been arranged to suit my busy life & the representatives have been helpful and patient in assisting my choices. The range of options is immense & I have secured excellent value for money. All the fittings have been completed to a high standard & I can't think of any criticism whatsoever. I have recommended Hilary's to friends and family and what not do so unless I was... (read more)

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“Conservatory Blinds”

Written on: 15/05/2013

Decided on a complete change for the conservatory. Great range of choice, final decision was Ginger Imperial horizontal blinds. Look absolutely wonderful and have received lots of admiring comments. (read more)

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“From start to finish my expereince with Hillarys was brill”

Written on: 09/05/2013

After requesting an appointment i thought it would take a couple of days to get a response but in fact got a call on the same day and an appointment booked in. The advisor was polite, helpful and did not in any way sway my decision which I was most impressed with as what worried me the most when looking at booking an appointment was the advisor being a sales guy.....I hate them. Fitting was simple as i just watched. I have already recommended to a friend. The cost is slightly more than other... (read more)

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“Excellent shutters”

Written on: 04/05/2013 by Themadgedener (1 review written)

We have just had hillarys shutters fitted today,and I feel I had to write a review not just about the shutters ,but about the fitter.The shutters themselves are excellent quality ,and look great.The fitter arrived on time ,giving us a call 15 mins before arrival.This was a Saturday,but he did not rush the fit ,he took great pride in fitting our shutters ,as if it was his own home.He arrived at 9am and did not leave until 3pm.I have used an other shutter company before,but I still have a... (read more)

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“Happiness with Hillarys”

Written on: 02/05/2013

When our Bungalow was refurbished it was fitted out with Hillary Blinds.On completion of the Extension we called back the Rep.Finally we had a roller blind fitted for an En-Suite added to the Second Bedroom.Each time contact,visits and completion was a simple happy experience.The problem of getting pattern matches due to lapse of time between orders was undertaken in a pleasant and helpful manner.We have recommended Hillarys to our new Neighbours who in turn have used Hillarys for completing... (read more)

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“Wouldn't go anywhere else for any blinds”

Written on: 01/05/2013

Not my first experience of hillary's blind but they are always very very good, helpful and nothing is too much trouble . the choices of different blinds is always excellent !1 Over the years we have always had excellent help and attention from Nothing is evertoo much trouble (read more)

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“no change there then!”

Written on: 01/05/2013 by grandmasbox (1 review written)

this is my second experience with hillarys and nothing has changed, still the same dedicated service the only difficulty was which blind to choose, if I or anyone I know wanted any blinds the 1st place i would send them would be Hillarys - may not be the cheapest but at the end of the day you get what you pay for (read more)

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“Bathroom Roman Blind”

Written on: 25/04/2013 by dunstable (1 review written)

Used Hillarys again as before I had found them to be no hassle and no fuss. Rep came round to the house, I chose the blind then very quickly thereafter he came back to fit it, which didn't take long. A good, professional service in all ways. It's quite expensive when you compare it with buying a ready made blind and putting it up yourself - but if you hate doing stuff like that, then it's more than worth it! (read more)

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“Quality Service, quality product, great price”

Written on: 25/04/2013

Impressed with the speed of response initially, the information given at the home visit, and the amount of choice available to us. Easy to order and pay, and again impressed the the same individual returned to install of purchases. Exactly what we wanted, the shop came to us, and very quickly our purchases were installed and ready, no fuss, no bother. (read more)

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“Excellent service, outstanding product”

Written on: 25/04/2013 by CJBaker

I ordered two sets of venetian blinds for my kitchen. Whilst I pored over the wide range of colours and materials the salesman was very patient offering lots of advice which I found helpful.He beat the price of another local company and I placed the order.We agreed a fitting date but I had to change this a week or so after arranging it. Again, he was very obliging and came late afternoon so that I didn't need to take time off work. On the day of fitting , he arrived on time and completed the... (read more)

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“Fantastic friendly service”

Written on: 24/04/2013 by aurelia1983

The service from Hillarys was friendly, reliable and efficient. I could not of had a better experience! I wasn't exactly sure what I wanted and what to go for but I was given great advice, loads of choices and in the end have got something I really like. The quality is excellent. I had done my research and looked around at other blinds. I could instantly tell the difference between other brands and that of Hillarys. I will be definitely be looking to buy more and will be quick to recommend... (read more)

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“quality and value”

Written on: 24/04/2013

Very satisfied with the blinds. Excellent service,very friendly and very competitive price (read more)

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“Extremely pleased.”

Written on: 21/04/2013

The service that we have had from Hillary's has always been very efficient and friendly. and we have been extremely pleased with our roman blinds and shutters,We will be ordering more soon. (read more)

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Quinty's Comment

Written on: 23/04/2013

Not sure why all the positive reviews appear at beginning. I would never, repeat never use Hillarys again. Unreliable, shoddy work and dishonest.

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“Great value and service”

Written on: 18/04/2013 by ruthemblem (1 review written)

I had a quote first of all and was very happy with the offer and negotiations for two blinds. I ordered straight away and had a booking on the spot for when the blinds would be fitted. When fitted they were perfect and I was a very satisfied customer. I liked the gentleman who came and quoted for the blinds and as he actually came back to fit them, it completed the service. I thought the choice of blinds were good and didn't feel pressured to buy. The gentleman who came was knowledgeable and... (read more)

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“all round good service”

Written on: 18/04/2013 by HelenH212

I have used Hillary Blinds on a couple of occasions, having both vertical blinds and Roman blinds, the total service from initial call to book appointment, choosing my blinds, measuring and then the final fitting, i have been totally happy with the service I have received. the Couple that came out to me, gave me some really good advise and felt very comfortable them being in my home. I would highly recommend Hillary's to my friends and will be using them again in the near future. (read more)

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“Superb service!!”

Written on: 18/04/2013 by Emmagouldstone

I have used Hilarys many times now and I can honestly say how pleased I am with the service and quality provided. The advice given before hand was excellent and I was kept up to date at all times with the progress of my order. I will very much be using the service of Hilarys again in the future and I would certainly recommend them. (read more)

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“rod review”

Written on: 18/04/2013 by rodcharters (1 review written)

third time we have had blinds made and fitted,as usual excellent product and service (read more)

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“Friendly reliable service”

Written on: 18/04/2013 by ChristineC80 (1 review written)

We have used Hilary's a few times now and never been disappointed. We have wood venetians and fabric roller blinds. We liked the good range of designs, and the blackout blinds in our children's rooms are great. Being able to book the appointment online and the email correspondence to arrange a time was very convenient, and that the rep could visit us on an evening. From initial call to fit the turnaround was quite fast. The rep was very friendly and efficient, he fitted the blinds very... (read more)

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“No show at appointment”

Written on: 12/04/2013 by Jankings

We asked for a salesman to call after seeing an advertisement in the local newspaper. We were given a day and a time slot between 12-3, we waited until 3.30 and the rang Hillary's to be told the appointment was cancelled, no phone call to tell us he would not be coming and the were asked if we wanted to make another appointment! Needless to say, we found another much more reliable company! (read more)

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“Didn't keep appointment and didn't 'phone!”

Written on: 12/04/2013

Telephoned Hillary's last week to book an appointment. With this completed we expected the representative on Tuesday 9th April between 9.00am and 12 noon. By 12.15pm nobody had arrived so we delayed our lunch in expectation. By 12.45pm still nothing so we had lunch hoping they wouldn't turn up in the middle of it. Fat chance of that! It got to almost 2.00pm and we then realised that no one was coming but most importantly nobody had the courtesy or good manners to telephone us. (read more)

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“Hillarys Blinds Lack of Customer Support ”

Written on: 11/04/2013

We bought wooden venetian blinds for our conservatory in 2011,just about OK, althugh we did have some issues with not getting messages about delay in delivery etc. The service we received from the fitter was good and he was very helpful, our experience since then with customer care and after sales service is dreadful. I rang Hillarys today to ask if we could get some replacement slats for one of the blinds as our dog had managed to brake some, imagine my amazement when I was told this... (read more)

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Rgale40's Comment

Written on: 17/05/2013

I had a similar problem in that our dog wrecked 6 slats in our 8 month old blind that I paid a considerable amount for.!! To be fair to Hillarys, I rang their after sales department who arranged a service call for the following day - the guy's just visited & quoted me £30 to replace all the slats & he can do the job in situ without removing the blind.

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“NO SHOW AND POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE”

Written on: 08/04/2013 by quinty (1 review written)

Ordered shutters and paid 50% deposit on 9 January 2013. Fitting scheduled for today, 8 April. No contact from anybody from Hillary's to confirm appointment. At 9.30 today, called Customer Service for update. After 10 minute wait on line, informed that fitter has got my shutters but he has had to go to Doctor this morning. 'He was going to call you, but you've beaten him to it'. According to Customer Service 'Someone will definitely call you today or at the very latest tomorrow!!'. I... (read more)

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Quinty's Response to quinty's Review

Written on: 23/04/2013

Latest on this saga is, fitter eventually showed up one week after planned date, brought wrong tools and one of the shutter panels was broken. Proceeded to fit shutters leaving significant unsightly gaps between frame and wall. Fitter assured me he old be back in five days to complete job and would replace broken panel at same time. Surprise, surprise no show from fitter, and after talking with customer services it appears replacement panel would take 4 - 6 weeks to order by air freight and 10 - 12 weeks by normal route. Cancelled order and asked for shutters to be removed from my property and deposit refunded. Today's date is 23 April. PLEASE DO NOT BUY FROM HILLARYS.

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★★★★★

“FAB”

Written on: 05/04/2013

I like the fact that I could call in the evening to make an appointment, and that it wasn't too long before someone could come and see us In the past I have purchased a green aluminium blind for the bathroom which goes perfectly with my mosaic tiles. Also, a vertical blind for my craft room in off-white with a subtle pattern. And most recently a wood effect horizontal blind in cream for the kitchen which looks great. The advisors are very friendly and helpful and spend time showing you all... (read more)

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“VERY PLEASED WITH BLIND'S”

Written on: 04/04/2013

WE ARE VERY PLEASED WITH THE BLIND'S WE HAD FITTED AND THOUGHT THE MAN WHO ORDERED AND FITTED THEM WAS VERY FRIENDLY AND PROFESSIONAL AND WOULD RECOMMEND HILLARY'S BLIND'S TO ANYBODY. WE WERE ALSO IMPRESSED WITH SPEED THEY WERE ORDERED AND FITTED AND THEY ARE DOING THE JOB WE WANTED THEM TO DO VERY WELL (read more)

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“Fantastic Friendly Service”

Written on: 03/04/2013

[name removed] arrived on time and was very friendly, I explained to him what sort of look I was after for my en-suite, he showed me several design and was very knowledgeable about what would be best for a bathroom. When he came to fit he was very friendly and very respectful of our home. He did make any mess when he was fitting the blind and gave me a full demonstration of how the blind worked. I would definitely use Hillarys again, as the blind is fantastic quality and looks very stylish. (read more)

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“Look no further!”

Written on: 28/03/2013

We have used Hillarys Blinds' service on a number of accasions previously. However when we made our most recent improvement to our kitchen windows we looked for best value as well as good service. Process of elimination led us back to Hillary's. When we made our telephone call we found that we were to have the same excellent salesman - [name removed] - who telephoned as arranged . Arrived on time - efficently measured the two windows for roller blinds and showed us a wide selection of... (read more)

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“Review of the service provided by Hillarys”

Written on: 28/03/2013 by Evelyn2

I bought vertical blinds for my sitting room. I liked the opportunity to choose the blinds in my own home as it enabled me to match the blinds with the covers on my settees. Normally I would have played safe and chosen white blinds. Because I was able to see the sample against my furniture I was able to choose a toning colour. That is something I would not have felt confident about doing in a shop. The only down side was that I felt under some pressure to make a decision quite quickly as I... (read more)

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“Venitian Blinds”

Written on: 27/03/2013

Excellent customer service, very freindly and helpful. Adsiser excellent.Good advice and fitted on time at an agreed time. (read more)

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“Bedroom Bay Window Blinds”

Written on: 27/03/2013

Installation excellent - hung from the ceiling - three windows and pattern matched all round. Much admired by all the family. (read more)

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“Hillarys are the best”

Written on: 27/03/2013

From the moment I made the call to you everything went very smoothly The representative came when he said he would even rang to say he was on his way. There was a really good choice of blinds to choose from, I made my decision and he left telling me when he would return.He was very proficient after fitting the blinds and me paying him , he left. I would willingly recomend Hillarys Blinds to my friends and family. (read more)

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“Just keep coming back!”

Written on: 27/03/2013

This is the 4th blind I have bought from Hillarys, this time a vertical blind, the other 3 being roller blinds, and once again I cannot fault the product. From choosing the fabric to having them fitted has been a 1st class experience. I like the choice of fabrics and trims, the expertise of the fitter and the professional way I was dealt with. It did not take long to be made and the timings for fitting were very good, with morning,afternoon or evening fitting times to choose from. Prices are... (read more)

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“Just the ticket!”

Written on: 27/03/2013 by Debonair (1 review written)

Hilarys provided a promt and effecient service with the right level of elp and not pushy. The range was way beyond what we need and I am sure would provide something for most needs and desires. The verticals were actually faulty on arrival, which was noted by the team member immediatly and a timely replacement arranged. The payment was delayed accordingly. The finished look is great, fitted by the expert and we are happy and have recommended to othes( we have also used once previously... (read more)

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“Great service by Hilarys”

Written on: 27/03/2013 by DixieDix

Professional & fast service, good value for money. No waiting around completed in the comfort of your own home. Recommend to friends & family for convieniance! (read more)

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“We purchased vertical blinds some years ago from...”

Written on: 27/03/2013

We purchased vertical blinds some years ago from Hillarys and were very happy with the blinds and service we received. Following some redecoration this year we decided on vertical blinds for some of the rooms and again contacted Hillarys. From the initial visit through to the final fitting everything was absolutely first class. We would not hesitate to use Hillarys in the future and would recommend them 110%. (read more)

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“Luxury at reasonable prices”

Written on: 26/03/2013

I now have every window in my house, including the conservatory, fitted with Hillarys roller blinds and I have been very satisfied with the quality and look of them. I wouldn't even consider going anywhere else for blinds and have recomended them to several people. The blinds are all of very good quality and the reps who come to the house to show the fabrics, designs etc are very helpful and fit them to a very high standard. (read more)

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“very good blinds”

Written on: 24/03/2013 by gardenlady1

The blinds I had fitted were very good. The man who fitted them was very nice he made no mess and was very respectful of my home. I had blinds fitted in 6 windows which I am very pleased with. In the future if I have any more blinds fitted it will be with Hillarys. I can honestly say there was nothing I had to complain about the service I received was very good. (read more)

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“quality, service and fitting”

Written on: 22/03/2013

I am delighted with the quality of service I received. I liked the quantity of samples that were supplied for me to chose from and the time from measuring to fitting was quick. I was impressed with the agent who provided me with the samples, who measured my windows and later came to fit the blinds he was patient, thorough and well mannered in his approach toward me and I would and have recommended Hillarys blinds to family and friends. (read more)

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“Brillant Service & Fitting”

Written on: 20/03/2013

We were really happy with the support from Hillarys from booking the appointment online to the advisor coming out to discuss the blinds we were wanting for the house. The fitting was brillant, our house is amazing and the neighbours have asked who done the blinds and stated Hillarys. We still have some bits left for the fitter to do who is popping back to complete as items were not given to him at time of fitting. (read more)

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“Beautiful”

Written on: 20/03/2013

I purchased a Roman blind for my bedroom, and it looks absolutely beautiful. It totally compliments the room, and totally worth the money. The sales adviser came round on time, he was polite and was professional from start to finish. I didn't feel pressured into buying. When fitting the blind he took attention to detail and did a fantastic job. I previously bought blinds from another company, but was not happy with the outcome; the blind looked cheap and the installer left scratch marks... (read more)

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“Damage while measuring...”

Written on: 20/03/2013

...didn't get further than that! The rep who came round was on time (early actually) and friendly enough. But I felt under a lot of pressure as he wanted me to pick fabrics etc there and then without explaining that before the visit...and there were LOADS!! He was also trying to get out as quickly as possible and I was picking just to appease rather than choosing properly. The main disappointment was the marks he left on my walls. I have just moved into a new build home so all the walls are... (read more)

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“Terrible after sales service”

Written on: 07/03/2013

Blind fell out shortly after use. Fixings had snapped. Tried to phone Hilary's after care but you have to pay 17p per minute for the privilege and was on hold for ages so gave up. Kept rating and same thing kept happening. If you phone sales you o straight through but hey are not interested inhelping you. Tried to email but have received no response. I. The end have up and paid for new fixings off eBay. Will never use again and recommend you don't. Quality of blindes very poor. You can go to... (read more)

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“Poor service”

Written on: 07/03/2013

We bought conservatory vertical and roof blinds. We also wanted a blind for our daughter's bedroom. The rep turned up and sold us blinds for all these. A few days later the Installer came along and said we could not have a blind in our daughter's room because the rail would obstruct the wardrobe door from opening. He then went onto say that the way in which the rep had drawn the blinds for conservatory was not feasible. Having been told to remove our old blinds which we did, we received a... (read more)

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“If you care about your home stay away from hillary blinds”

Written on: 02/03/2013

This was the most terrible experience. It looks like hillarys hire the angriest chavs I have ever seen. The man who came to my house with blinds scratched the walls and tried to break our wooden floors throwing very heavy bags around so that all my house was shaking (!!). I told I will not tolerate this and I clearly saw the hate in his face, so he was dangerous, probably former criminal. The same night the front wall of my house was severely damaged, so I have to spend fortune to repair my... (read more)

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“Hillarys blinds - very disappointing”

Written on: 01/03/2013

I am so disappointed with Hillarys blinds, what a useless firm. The first person who came to measure up was a few hours late as went to completely the wrong village despite being told twice where to go, outrageous price quoted for one blind, then was slightly reduced. When it came to being fitted ( about a month later) they phoned the day before to say they would come to fit the blind around 9-10:30 am. At around 3 the fitter called to say he couldn't find us, he had also gone to the wrong... (read more)

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“Blinds”

Written on: 01/03/2013

I would never ever go with hillarys again . This is the second time I ordered from them big big mistake . I had bay window white blinds fitted ,I could of put them up better myself there are gaps in between pelmet , blinds arert straight , the man was rude to me when I call him to tell him I wasn't happy . I was promised two different appointments to sort the blinds out , I was let down with both appointments . I'm not happy and will be making another complaint . (read more)

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“really aggessive and unpleasant”

Written on: 22/02/2013

I ordered some blind, they were due to go in once some building work was completed. My builders wife died and the building work got put on hold. Then Hillarys turned nasty. They demanded full payment in advance (I'd paid 50% deposit). I reluctantly agreed and asked them to send me an invoice and BACS details - THEY DIDN'T - they just kept sending me more and more aggressive letters. I kept contacting them saying that without the bank details and an invoice there was no way I could pay... (read more)

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