Planet Home Improvements Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.4

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Review summary

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Looking at 56 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the professional staff and installation teams for being exceptionally polite, helpful, and efficient throughout the entire home improvement process. Many consumers also appreciate the overall high standard of craftsmanship, tidy work areas, and the smooth, timely completion of their projects. Some reviewers were not happy with certain products, mentioning specific problems with newly fitted doors failing to lock correctly or requiring excessive force to close properly. A few other people also felt that customer communication and follow-up support could occasionally be slow when trying to resolve post-installation issues.

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Service

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Product

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly installers who never stopped working for 2 days. Did an excellent job although there was a hiccup with the size of some of the frame (not particularly anyone’s fault). New frame part manufact... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

After contacting Planet about our needs, a representative came round soon after to offer ideas and to explain the process. Once things got underway, a second person came round to ‘measure up’. Both... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had a new kitchen door fitted by Planet Windows We chose them because we have had a new front door installed and a new bay window in the past, and as we were very pleased with all the work done... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I decided that I could not spend another winter with draughty kitchen windows and a back door which I could see fresh air around . Now I have a very smart back door and kitchen windows and no draughts... See more

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At Planet Home Improvements, we understand that choosing to undertake work on your property is a decision that doesn’t come lightly. With decades of experience under our belt and a brilliant reputation serving the people of Cumbria, we know a thing or two about improving people’s homes.   We’re a family-run business that offers a bespoke design service, backed by market-leading products and exceptional craftsmanship and care – and we’d love to help you achieve your dream home.


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4.4

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Replacement windows

The young gent who fitted the new window was very courteous and careful. I will always recommend Planet to anyone who may ask. Materials are top notch too.

September 8, 2024
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Reply from Planet Home Improvements

Reply to Mr Holt

Thank you so much for your kind words and glowing review! We're delighted to hear that you were pleased with the service provided by our team, especially the professionalism and care of our installer.
We take great pride in using top-quality materials and ensuring that our customers have an exceptional experience from start to finish.
Your recommendation means the world to us, and we’re thrilled to know you’d suggest Planet to others.
If there’s ever anything else we can assist you with, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Warm regards,

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Appalling service

Appalling service. Have been waiting over 15 months now for them to come out and fix a leaking roof. This is dripping into a light socket making it a fire risk. I have had excuse after excuse until they eventually resort to completely ignoring any attempts at communication. Have had an independent builder out to look at the roof and been advised that due to their poor workmanship i.e. putting a pipe through the roof - no one else will want to touch it. Avoid this company at all costs.

September 30, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Flies flies flies - not the quality we expected!

Had flush double glazed windows fitted. After a week noticed that we were getting flies into the window frame. planet sent out a window fitter to review and I was told they’re getting in because the windows aren’t water tight (they have brush seal). He would report back to HQ.

That was 3 weeks ago.

Still no word. Still flies - but only on one window - the window is obviously not water tight and the fitter said as much!

£thousands to have a window that allows flies in. Zero update or word about them being fixed.

I await a response.

July 11, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional and trustworthy company

Neil Balderstone, salesperson, professional and instilled trust, Kevin the installer, very efficient and methodical, clean and tidy. Electricians and plasterers and project manager very reliable. We would have no hesitation in recommending this company, we are very pleased with our new conservatory.

March 26, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First rate job

The entire process was great ftom start to finish. I have a 5 part bay window which is still perfect after 5 months (as you'd expect). All debris was taken away and the fitters were skillful, efficient and friendly.

February 16, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

So much for a 10 year guarantee

So much for a 10 year guarantee! I rang at the beginning of May 2024 to ask them to repair a hinge, (having already had the same hinge repaired 2 years before), called 3 times, still no call back and it's nearly August.
I am aware of another client having paid a large deposit last October 2023 and still no sign of any windows

July 27, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is the 5th time I have used them…

This is the 5th time I have used them and all very good.
Today the young fitter did a superb job fitting some French doors and 2 windows, he was very polite, did a superb job, and it was raining and cold,so well done.
Very satisfied.

April 9, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Large, uncaring company!

I opted for this company for my replacement windows because they were large and successful - but regretted my decision.

They insist on a deposit of 10% before someone will even come to your house to look at the work you need done. After taking my money, no-one contacted me to acknowledge the money received and no-one contacted me for a week and a half to say when they would come out to see the work that needed done.

When they did come, the guy seemed rushed and not in the mood to properly answer the questions I had (when you are paying several thousand pounds for windows, you have questions you'd like answered!). This was probably because - as he told us - he covered such a huge area of the country.

After this experience, I decided to cancel my order. The original employee on the phone (Andy) had told me that if I cancelled, I would get my deposit refunded. This wasn't true. Their actual policy is to keep 20% of the deposit.

All in all, I feel this company has become large and successful enough to stop caring and offering a 'human' service. They felt simply money-grabbing. To insist on money just to get someone to take a look seems unusual - and to then keep 20% of that money, unfair.

I have switched to a small, local company who is willing to put the time and care into their service throughout the whole process - and come to house to see the work that needs done for free! The feeling between the two companies is 100% different.

January 28, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thanks to all the staff they have all…

Thanks to all the staff they have all been great.
we love our new living space, and would highly them

November 6, 2023
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Reply from Planet Home Improvements

Hi Steve,

Thanks you for your and for choosing Planet South Lakes for your home improvements. We're so pleased to hear you're happy with your new living space. If you need anything else, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Regards,
Planet South Lakes

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible company

Terrible company. 3 years later and we still have a gaping hole in our bi-fold doors, but yet unwilling to admit they've been fitted incorrectly. No expanding foam used around the other doors and windows they fitted leaving the area damp, cold and eventually mouldy! Ended up having to solve the problems ourselves, however can sort the bi-fold doors issue so left with hefty utility bills as you can see outside when the door is closed. Don't waste your money!

November 1, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Looking for windows and visited Planet…

Looking for windows and visited Planet South Lakes. Great company, quality product and the staff in the showroom were extremely helpful and friendly. No pushy sales here, just great knowledge and advice. Would highly recommend.

September 4, 2023
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Reply from Planet Home Improvements

Thanks for your review! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience of working with us to improve your home.

Our team are thrilled to hear you're happy with their service, we aim to be the best!

If there's anything else we can help with in the future, please get in touch.

Regards,

Planet

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

amazing quality door from planet…

amazing quality door from planet windows. Andy the salesman was really helpful. installation was quick, efficient and no fuss. 100% recommend !

July 20, 2023
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Reply from Planet Home Improvements

Hi Paulina,

Thanks for your review! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience of working with us to improve your home.

It's great to hear you're happy with your new windows and doors.

If there's anything else we can help with in the future, please get in touch.

Regards,

Planet

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

excellent service throughout my…

excellent service throughout my experience with planet windows. fitters were really friendly and left everything tidy after the job was complete. really pleased with the results of our new door! thankyou

August 16, 2023
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Reply from Planet Home Improvements

Hi Izzy,

Thanks for your review! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience of working with us to improve your home.

We're thrilled to hear that you're very pleased with your new windows and door - they really do make the world of difference don't they!

If there's anything else we can help with in the future, please get in touch.

Regards,

Planet

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The company were great from day one

The company were great from day one, the experience was faultless, in ran smooth from the start to the final day. I would recommend to choice this company.

September 1, 2023
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Reply from Planet Home Improvements

Hi Mark,

Thanks for your review! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience of working with us to improve your home.

If there's anything else we can help with in the future, please get in touch.

Regards,

Planet

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent website, easy to navigate, professional brochures

I recently requested a brochure from the Planet Windows website, and was very impressed with how professional both the website and the brochure I ended up downloading were. Also the navigation journey was so simple and I was able to be reading the information I was looking for in no time at all.

September 1, 2023
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Reply from Planet Home Improvements

Hi Jonathan,

Thanks for your review! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your user experience of our website.

We take pride in our service and want to offer our customers the very best!

If there's anything else we can help with in your home improvement journey, please get in touch.

Regards,

Planet

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New doors and windows fitted

New doors and windows fitted, I must say I was very sceptical at first, however they were brilliant from start to finish. 10 out of 10, wouldn’t hesitate in recommending them

August 26, 2023
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Reply from Planet Home Improvements

Hi Joe,

Thanks for your review and trusting us for your home improvements! We're thrilled to hear that you're very pleased with your new windows and doors!

If there's anything else we can help with in the future, please get in touch.

Regards,

Planet

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I recently had a front door fitted by…

I recently had a front door fitted by planet.
Really happy - excellent customer service.

August 8, 2023
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Reply from Planet Home Improvements

Hi Shelley,

Thanks for your review! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and for choosing Planet South Lakes.

We're thrilled to hear that you're very pleased with your new front door - it makes the world of difference!

If there's anything else we can help with in the future, please get in touch.

Regards,

Planet

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