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“Damaged my property, won't repair!”

★☆☆☆☆

written by dmagui on 22/01/2020

Paid for installation of new ovens and removal of old. On removal, the team dropped the oven on our front porch, damaging the step and the tiling. AO asked me to obtain quotes from builders on my own time, then after I'd found one willing to do the job told me it was too much and they would only pay for new tiles, not labour! Which was a quarter of the cost of the job! Shocking service, now left with a porch with cracked and broken tiling to fix at my own expense. Illegal and wrong!

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“Terrible delivery”

★☆☆☆☆

written by Amari80 on 19/01/2020

Great price but rubbish delivery service. Stayed in 7am to 7pm - online tracker kept pushing back delivery eventually past 10pm saying “we are late but it’s still coming”. No one called. Gave up at 11.20pn. Called AO this morning (they didn’t call me) and apparently they stop deliveries at 7pm. . Why didn’t the tracker say that??? Poor. Very poor. Should have paid a few pounds extra for another firm.

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“Non existent service”

★☆☆☆☆

written by Gulliblegoldengirl on 10/01/2020

Paid for washer including disconnect reconnect and recycle. Machine delivered packaging removed and was told that washer could not be connected as pipe was connected to water pipe and if they tried to remove pipe kitchen would be hit with a massive waterspout and I would have to call a plumber ASAP. When I pointed out that I was told expert engineers were promised I was told Sorry missus we are only drivers. I was left with my old machine my side by side drier and new machine all in the middle of the kitchen floor blocking my kitchen diner and access to back door. I phoned in an emergency plumber was a Sunday“ only to be told there was absolutely nothing wrong with the plumbing since this was Sunday the guy could not instal for me. I was left for 7 days like this and ao.co have completely ignored my complaint. The phone no. on their page is unobtainable.I am now still having to go round old washer as they have not recycled as agreed. I am 79 so looks like I am going to be swerving round my machine for the rest of my natural. BUYERS BEWARE!!!!! The washer was a BOSCH series 4 Machine itself is fab.

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“A great experience. ”

★★★★★

written by BigDavid on 30/12/2019

I contacted them once by phone and twice by email with queries. In each case the query was dealt with in a timely manner. They understood fully what I was asking, and answered fully. We were equally impressed by the 2 gentleman who came to install the machine. They came on time. They were highly skilled and friendly. They took great care not to damage anything when removing the old machine and bringing in/installing the new one. A huge credit AO

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“They damaged our new washer and fly tipped the packaging ”

★☆☆☆☆

written by Scottryl on 24/12/2019

Absolutely disappointing, we paid for removing the packaging and the delivery guys fly tipped the packaging with our name and address on which is in breach of DATA PROTECTION ACT. Also they damaged the washer by using there knees to move it.

Ao.com's Response to Scottryl's Review

Written on: 02/01/2020

Good morning

I'm very sorry to learn that these things happened. I think it goes without saying that this isn't acceptable, so please accept our apologies.

I hope that you've made us aware of this so that we can take steps to resolve the issue, but if you haven't then please contact us via a method listed on the contact page of our website. Our team will happily look into this further for you and look to provide a solution.

Once again, please accept our apologies.

Kind regards,

Stewart - ao.com

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“Could not get better - why go anywhere else?”

★★★★★

written by richardwilliam on 22/11/2019

As usual AO delivery process beats others hands down - informative, notice, time. Again as usual an excellemnt installation crew. Particularly liked attention to detail with built in dishwasher install really could not get any better. Given that prices are competitive why go anywhere else?

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“Delivery”

★★★★★

written by SavanahPugh on 08/10/2019

Excellent service great delivery.

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“Excellent service again !”

★★★★★

written by Scalascoot2 on 06/10/2019

Second time we've ordered an item from AO and not disappointed.The service was excellent and the delivery team were highly professional (LU 145 ).Would recommend without hesitation and look forward to using the service in the future.

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“AVP27”

★★★★★

written by cadnam on 03/10/2019

Had a Dishwasher delivered and fitted today work good and helpful

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“guys arrived on time, rang before they arrived, polite...”

★★★★★

written by Kylied100 on 03/10/2019

guys arrived on time, rang before they arrived, polite guys, would recommend them

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“Excellent Service from ao”

★★★★★

written by MBelcher on 26/09/2019

Had a washing machine delivered yesterday by the crew. They were professional, friendly, polite and very efficient. They installed the new machine quickly and with no fuss and took away my old one leaving everything clean & tidy. Very impressed with the service.

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“They were fantastic delivery guys, polite, helpful,...”

★★★★★

written by Jadat239 on 13/09/2019

They were fantastic delivery guys, polite, helpful, efficient, a real pleasure Placing the order was easy, good website Overall a good buying/delivery experience, highly recommend

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“Faultless Service ! ”

★★★★★

written by Shazzaandmm on 09/08/2019

Great experience from ordering to delivery. Easy to place order. The delivery team were polite, couteous and very helpful. A pleasure to deal with.

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“Never buy”

★☆☆☆☆

written by 445Franklin on 16/06/2019

The gun hasn’t come and we have waited for almost a month this is getting ridiculous and annoying I have missed many airsoft wars as I haven’t had the weapon NEVER BUY FROM HERE!!!

Ao.com's Comment

Written on: 17/06/2019

Good Morning

I'm sorry to learn of the experience you've had in obtaining your item. I can certainly appreciate how disappointing this must be for you.

I believe this review may be for a different company as we don't stock or sell airsoft items as described in your review. Should you believe you've placed this order via our website, please give our Contact Centre a call so that we can assist further.

Kind regards

Rob - ao.com

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“Total Rubbish ”

★☆☆☆☆

written by Marc1976 on 03/06/2019

Recently purchased a top of the range TV from AO. Delivered but within 10 days it became faulty, had to basically prove it was faulty with the manufacturer before AO would exchange, bearing in mind its 10 days old!! So having to sort the issues myself with no help from AO they exchanged it for another set, same model. After 1 yes 1 day it developed a fault.. So having lost faith in the brand AO refused to supply me a TV of a different make but the same specifications.. They would only swap for an inferior TV. So I chose a 3rd set of the same model.. 2 days off of work, no phone call or apology from a senior manager at AO although they kindly offered me 40 quid off of another product in the future, Absolutely insulting. I'd avoid at all costs, as soon as they have your cash they're not interested in the customer at all. Rubbish service from a rubbish company.

Ao.com's Response to Marc1976's Review

Written on: 04/06/2019

Good Morning

I'm very sorry to learn of the experience you've had with us on this occasion. I can certainly appreciate how frustrating this must have been for you.

So that I can look into this for you, please reply to this review with your order number and post code so that I can locate your details on our system.

Kind regards

Rob - ao.com

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Marc1976's reply to Ao.com's Comment

Written on: 05/06/2019

Absolutely no point in talking to AO. They don't listen to a word, all you get is the usual patronising chat. Oh and to offer 40 pounds off of another product after losing 2 days work and countless wasted time and money on phone calls is frankly insulting. Never again and I will make sure everyone I know and everyone they know hear my story on your customer service.

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“efficient delivery and communication”

★★★★★

written by eeCarter74 on 28/05/2019

Ref: AVV324F Was contacted prior to delivery byphone and item arrived within allotted time. Very quick and efficient service. Friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely recommend to friends and family.

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“Excellent service , great delivery ”

★★★★★

written by Joannafc1 on 05/05/2019

It was an excellent service from start to finish, I needed it Quickly and received it quickly. Delivery men were Gentleman and kept me informed from start to finish. Thank you very much to them. Very satisfied customer I will use you again and recommend your service to friends and family.

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“Home delivery..”

★★★★★

written by IanFarthing on 02/05/2019

Delivered my product exactly as advised, very pleased. Would definitely recommend AO.com to anyone.

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“DO NOT USE”

★☆☆☆☆

written by Carly4567 on 25/04/2019

I got an cooker from ao a few months back. Long story short the oven blew up in my face glass shattered everywhere. They should have dealt with me direct as it is within 6 months but keep passing it back to the manufacturer for the warranty as they do not have engineers so they have to use my warranty when by law they shouldnt be involving the manufacturer. But they keep insisting that they have to. And the manufacturer is saying repair even though I am terrified to use this oven i am disabled and cant move much so for this oven to be fixed I would t be able to use it as it scares me so much. I am petrified. I have explained everything to them but they keep passing it back to the manufacturer even though they are not supposed to. When I initially spoke to them last week they said they would replace or refund once the engineer had checked everything. AO do not care about the customer or their needs and will sell a faulty product and not even care about it and just pass the buck to the manufactor rather than take responsibility. I am still finding glass around my kitchen. The shattered glass is still falling off and I'm scared my 7 and 9 year are going to get hurt. Just be warned buying a product that could be faulty as when they have gotten rid of it they do not care

Ao.com's Response to Carly4567's Review

Written on: 26/04/2019

Good Morning

I'm very sorry to learn of the issue you've experienced with your cooker. I can certainly appreciate how concerning and disappointing this must be for you.

In the event of a customer experiencing an issue with their appliance 30 days after delivery, we would require an engineer to attend so that they can assess the issue with the appliance. We have a great relationship with all manufacturers and would seek the use of their engineer service as they are trained and have comprehensive knowledge of the items they design and produce. Following the engineers visit to your property, the item has been confirmed as repairable. At this stage, this would be the resolution we would offer as it disproportionate to your request in exchanging the item.

When calling our Contact Centre, a customer’s call may get diverted to directly to the manufacturer depending on the selections they have chosen. However, we're more than happy to liaise directly with a manufacturer on a customer’s behalf, and I understand that you've been discussing this matter at length with my colleague, within our Customer Service Team. My colleague is currently escalating this matter further with the manufacturer in providing the resolution that you’re seeking. As soon as my colleague has an update regarding this matter, she shall be back in touch with you directly.

Kind regards

Rob – ao.com

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Carly4567's Response to Carly4567's Review

Written on: 29/04/2019

An update on this review.
After weeks of this issue AO are sorting out my issue. So I do thank so for coming around but I am disheartened with all of this stress it has caused me. Therr has been 2 people within AO who have amazing customer service skills and go out of their way to help when others wont. So thank you

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Sleeves's Response to Carly4567's Review

Written on: 26/04/2019

I don`t understand how AO would be fully responsible for a manufacturing fault. Passing it back to the manufacturer would be the sensible thing to do, as this could create a recall for ovens that could be potentially dangerous. I personally purchase from AO and have done so for many years with no problems.

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Carly4567's reply to Sleeves's Comment

Written on: 29/04/2019

If a product is actually under 6 months the fault is with the retailer and not the manufacturer. As they sold the product as you paid them the money. If after then it is with the manufacturer. And I done a lot of research into this as I was being passed around. Yes the manufacturer needs to recall but they wont do that.
Also I always used AO. But this was the worst. They have now taken responsibility and are actually sorting the issue out .

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“spot pn delivery,”

★★★★★

written by major48 on 20/02/2019

The 2 lads that brought my microwave were right on time.

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Asked by ledDave on 27th July 2016 Report this content
I ordered a new cooker recently using the finance system, apparently I did not sign the agreement using the finance so the order was cancelled. Ao.com did not bother to notify me of this. I contacted them and they apologised. If I wanted to reorder the new price was another £30 more, they would not honour the original price. What a disgrace, I am amazed that the reviews rated as high as shown. What should I do?

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Report this content jopari Written on: 27/07/2016
My experience with AO.com is that for straightforward orders, with no fitting, everything is fine. It is when things get complicated that their service seems to collapse. Ring them again and ask to speak to someone in charge who can resolve your issue. This might work. If the order was cancelled without notifying you then it would seem reasonable for the company to honour the original price. If, however, it was cancelled because of something you did, or didn't do correctly, then you may just have to swallow it. Good luck!
Asked by sallypayne on 17th May 2014 Report this content
What is their after care guarantee policy for washing machines please?

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Report this content greglee Written on: 19/05/2014
I believe it came with a years guarantee ..
Report this content lpwenham Written on: 19/05/2014
I believe 1 year, but all my appliances have never needed there guarantee!!!!
Report this content speedy_bloke Written on: 19/05/2014
Most manufactures guarantees cover just 12 months, some are 2 years and others can be 5 years parts & labour guarantee. The guarantee is with the manufacturer though, NOT the retailer. My machine broke outside the guarantee period and Hotpoint didnt want to know, but AO.com were extremely helpful when I quoted my right under the Sale of Goods act and they paid for the repair. I highly recommend AO.com.
Report this content JTONeil Written on: 19/05/2014
I can't remember what guarantee was provided, but it will clearly be stated on their website, and I'm sure it's standard stuff. However, I've bought several items from them and none has yet needed any warranty. Prices are good, service is good, products are good. And the founder has just slipped into the Times Super Rich List, so they must be doing well!
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