National Windscreens - St Austell Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

80 Stennack Road, Holmbush Industrial Estate, PL25 3JQ St Austell, Cornwall, GB


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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Fast and efficient. Technicians are good but the materials used are not OEM quality. Had my windscreen replaced and the fittings inside didn't match the OE. So it looks bad.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Camper van side window replacement that was dealt with exceptionally well. A bespoke item that was sourced and fitted at a time and date that suited me. Technician was very tidy, professional and k... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service from making the very first phone call (through insurance company) to the screen being repaired. Good communication with emails and texts. Technician also rang on the day and turned u... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So easy to use and exceptionally quick response everything sorted in less than 24 hours. Staff polite and helpful. Person who fitted new window was super professional and explained everything he di... See more

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Company details

  1. Car Repair and Maintenance
  2. Auto Glass Shop
  3. Auto Repair Shop

About National Windscreens - St Austell

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National Windscreens take pride in providing the highest standard of service, so we actively seek feedback to continuously improve our standards of performance. Please leave a Trustpilot rating or get in touch and our team will work hard to answer your query.

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Protecting the interests of our customers at every stage.

We aim to impress, constantly listening to and acting on feedback to maintain and improve the services we provide. Customer service is embedded into the core of our business – it's more than a standard offering.

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Putting safety first

Our promise to customers

We always aim to complete a windscreen replacement and camera calibration at the same time and location, so your vehicle safety systems are working as intended with the assurance of a lifetime warranty on workmanship for as long as you own the vehicle.

ADAS Car

National Windscreens has dedicated UK contact centres, open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and are staffed by highly experienced, well trained, and knowledgeable call handlers. You can choose how you would like to engage with us, either digitally or traditionally, via phone, web chat, SMS, or email.

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National Windscreens is committed to providing outstanding customer service, and we understand that the key to our success is the constant development of our people, products, and services. In the unfortunate event that we don’t meet service expectations, even if outside of our control, we resolve 100% of logged complaints.

We are focused on creating a seamless and sustainable customer experience, using advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) on our website that can identify with 98% accuracy whether a windscreen requires repair or replacement. Our repair first approach and ‘right first time’ ensures our carbon output is reducing the impact on the environment.

We can provide windscreen replacement and camera calibration at the same time and location, enabling you to drive away from our centres after only one visit, with a lifetime warranty on workmanship for as long as you own the vehicle. In most cases, National Windscreens can bill your insurance company directly, saving you valuable time and money.

National Windscreens is a leading provider of windscreen repair and replacement, with unparalleled coverage of the UK. On average, a National Windscreens technician is just 11 miles or 20 minutes away. National Windscreens has 100+ fitting centres, supported by 800 mobile technicians who use the latest ADAS calibration technology to deliver the widest possible coverage of vehicles.


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  • 80 Stennack Road, Holmbush Industrial Estate, PL25 3JQ, St Austell, Cornwall, United Kingdom

  • 01726-940-024

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Poor service at St Austell.

Following the below it triggered contact offering to get the car looked at by a dealer. Appreciated but a shame it took so long. Have had it fixed elsewhere with a new sensor, they offered to pay the bill but it wasn't much so have drawn a line under this. At 3 stars as the windscreen was replaced but the experience was soured.

5th June - still no contact and unable to get through to branch by phone. Will be taking the car to someone who can actually fix it and will be looking to recover the cost from National.

22nd May - 20 days later,a few calls in and no progress or updates at all on next step\repair...

Currently not a great result - St Austell.

In Branch (due to bad weather): Following a chip repair that enhanced a crack, windscreen replaced.
Replacement was poorly fitted with gaps along top, scratched dashboard and rain sensor no longer working (or sometimes working at full blast and not being able to turn off) along with clearly visible gunk on the fitting. Also charged full replacement excess which should have been reduced by the chip excess already paid.

After a few calls, customer services refunded the difference and sent a message to the branch to arrange re-repair.

No contact from branch so called them direct to be told nothing had been received.

Booked in for repair on drive.

On drive, screen replaced and fitted correctly. A long time spent (appreciated) trying to resolve the wiper issue but unfortunately no luck, technician agreed still an issue and to book in to branch for diagnostics.

In Branch, left car for an hour, got a call to say done, returned and was immediately presented with tablet to sign before seeing the car (declined) to then be told nothing had been done because it was working.

Working unfortunately meant it had been tested with a single squirt from a spray bottle and they went. However auto wipers are supposed to adjust in speed depending on rain fall from slow through an adjustable sensor level ending on high speed in continuous downpour. This wasn't happening, same speed no matter what setting or amount of spray. Demonstrated difference against another Nissan on location to prove, signed as incomplete.

So, either its a now damaged sensor (which seems less likely given it does activate once) or the replacement windscreen (Pilkington) isn't letting the sensor do its job in which case it will need to be replaced with a genuine Nissan item. No other faults on the car. 3 days later, haven't heard back on next steps and cant get through on phone so have emailed customer services. Happy to update this review as the issue progresses and hoping its resolved eventually but at present its not going great.

April 29, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

We appreciate you sharing your experience. We're sorry to hear about the difficulties you've faced with the windscreen replacement, the ongoing issues, and the lack of communication. We've shared your feedback with the relevant team to investigate and improve our service.If you would like us to look into this, please contact us with your details, at:
CustomerRelations@NationalWindscreens.co.uk

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The fitter was very professional and…

The fitter was very professional and efficient. Fitted in less than an hour

May 23, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

We're happy to hear that the fitter was professional and efficient! We appreciate you taking the time to leave us this great feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

Hi,

Thank you for taking the time to review your recent experience.

We really appreciate your feedback, Thank you again.

Kind regards,
National Windscreens

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful fitter

Very helpful fitter, even phoned me when he saw me drive past, I couldn’t find the address! Very helpful and thorough, explained everything I should and shouldn’t do after having a new windscreen fitted.

May 19, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

We're happy to hear that our fitter was so helpful in guiding you to our location and explaining the aftercare for your new windscreen. We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Operator was very helpful.

Operator was very helpful.
Service was very quick and clean.

May 16, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

We appreciate your feedback! We're happy to hear that our service was quick and clean, and that our operator was helpful.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service.

Great service.
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May 15, 2025
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Hi,

Thank you for taking the time to review your recent experience.

We really appreciate your feedback. Thank you again.



Kind regards,

National Windscreens

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not the best experience

Management and online systems were horrendous. Cancelling appointments with no communication, wrong parts ordered and correct parts went missing! 2 weeks to get back on the road and 4 missed appointments.

The technicians were lovely, polite and helpful but someone needs to sort out the organising of the teams as noone knew what was going on!

May 15, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

We regret to hear about the issues you experienced with our management and online systems, leading to cancelled appointments and incorrect parts. We appreciate your feedback regarding our technicians and will address the organizational concerns to improve our service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good service

Communication from start to finish excellent. Quality of workmanship good.

May 2, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

Thank you for your positive feedback! We're delighted to hear that you were pleased with our communication and the quality of workmanship. We strive to provide excellent service to all our customers, and your feedback is greatly appreciated.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything went well and the job was…

Everything went well and the job was completed very quickly.

April 30, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

We're so glad to hear that you were happy with the service you received. We appreciate your feedback and will continue to strive for excellence in all that we do.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service and excellent quality…

Great service and excellent quality workmanship

April 24, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

Thank you for your positive review! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We're glad to hear that you were happy with our service and the quality of our work. Your feedback is valuable to us and helps us ensure we are meeting our customers' expectations.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service as always.

Excellent service as always.

April 23, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

Thank you for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear you consistently find our service excellent. We strive to provide a positive experience for every customer, and your feedback confirms we're on the right track.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Happy with new windscreen

New windscreen fitted and camera reprogrammed. Fitter was very knowledgeable and explained everything well. Would have been 5* but first appointment was cancelled due to new windscreen being damaged

April 12, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that the fitter was knowledgeable and explained everything well. We understand your disappointment about the cancelled appointment due to the damaged windscreen. We strive to provide a seamless experience and will take your feedback into account to improve our processes.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly and prompt service

Friendly and prompt service, with an extra professionalism that spotted a screw puncturing my tyre.

April 2, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

Thank you for your kind words and positive review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the friendly and prompt service you received. We are also pleased that our team was able to spot the screw puncturing your tire, demonstrating our commitment to providing thorough and attentive service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service quick and efficient

Great service quick and efficient. Thank you - thought it would be stressful but it was simple.

March 19, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

Thank you for your kind words and positive review. We are delighted to hear that you found our service quick and efficient, and that you were pleasantly surprised by the simplicity of the process. We strive to provide excellent customer experiences, and your feedback reinforces our commitment to that goal.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nice and easy

From when I booked the appointment in tye afternoon, they phoned me on the day of the appointment they asked if I could come earlier and I did then it it said it could take upto 4 hours but it took about 1 which was very surprising.

February 17, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

We understand your frustration with the unexpected change in appointment time. We appreciate your flexibility in accommodating the earlier time, and we're glad the service was completed sooner than anticipated.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good communication and service

Good communication, quickly made and kept appointment tim.

March 7, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

We appreciate your kind words and are glad to hear that you had a positive experience. We strive to provide excellent customer service and are happy that you found our communication and scheduling process to be efficient.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good service from the fitter.

Excellent Service

March 4, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

Hi,

Thank you for taking the time to review your recent experience.

We really appreciate your feedback, Thank you again.

Kind regards,
National Windscreens

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

1st rate service

Quick, friendly and easy to deal with.

March 5, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

We're so glad to hear you had a positive experience. We appreciate your kind words about our team's quick, friendly, and easy-to-deal-with approach.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was extremely pleased with this…

I was extremely pleased with this location. Windscreen was changed professionally and quickly. The staff were polite and effificient. I would recommend highly.

February 21, 2025
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Reply from National Windscreens - St Austell

Thank you for your kind words and positive feedback. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the professionalism and speed of the windscreen replacement, as well as the politeness and efficiency of our staff. We strive to provide a seamless and positive experience for our customers, and we are glad that we were able to achieve that for you.

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