If you're wanting to sell off your old "stuff", these are the people for you - I stumbled cross them in 2025 - and I'm so pleased that I did. Since then, I have sent in several boxes. Each time I've... See more
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Posted my shoe box of treasure on Monday, received a call from Jacqui on Wednesday early afternoon with a very acceptable offer. Was delighted and surprised by the speed and the value. Jacqui was frie... See more
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My dear mom died, and after recovering sufficiently from her grievous loss it was time to sort out some of her items. I contacted Was Gathering Dust, received a singularly helpful response, submitted... See more
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I used a more well known company initially who took over a month to assess my items and I rejected their offer. Hadn't heard of was gathering dust before but fortunately I received a flyer through. Wi... See more
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A GREAT WAY TO SELL OLD STUFF Are you fed up with stuff just gathering dust but not sure how to get the most for it? The answer is that nothing could be easier, we are a one stop shop for selling all your unwanted valuables and clutter. A decluttering no obligation and risk free buying service. We are a company that has been trading successfully for many years buying goods in the old-fashioned way with people bringing items in through the door. With the onset of Covid-19, things changed. People were keen to send us items for appraisal and so Was Gathering Dust has evolved into a simple post and purchase service for all your clutter and valuables. We pride ourselves on being a fair and friendly service and are happy to help with any queries you have, just give us a call!
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Was Gathering Dust - Unit F, The Maltings, CM21 9JX, Sawbridgeworth, United Kingdom
- 0800 193 1001
- info@wasgatheringdust.com
- wasgatheringdust.com
4.9
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A nice smile on a rainy day
I found this company to be very efficient and knowledgeable and friendly. The website is clear with easy instructions on many ways to use the service they offer.
No problems calling them with any questions you may have, with no obligations to take up their offer if it’s not suitable for you .
November 2, 2023
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Reply from Was Gathering Dust
Thank you so much for your lovely review Anita, we really appreciate it.
Thank you for taking the time to leave it. We are so pleased that that you were happy with our service.
Kind regards
Was Gathering Dust Team.
Brilliant company
Very fast, efficient, professional, personal and polite service. Highly recommend you use this company. You won’t be disappointed. Regards, Chris
August 27, 2023
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Reply from Was Gathering Dust
Hi Chris,
Many thanks for your kind words. We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us a lovely review and that you were happy with our service, it really means a lot to us.
Best Wishes
Jacque
Simple and fast
Had some bits, literally gathering dust in a cupboard, the hardest thing about the process was finding a box! Posted it Monday, offer was made Wednesday, money in bank Wednesday. If only everything life was this simple and easy.
August 16, 2023
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Reply from Was Gathering Dust
Hi Elizabeth
Thanks so much for your kind words. We really appreciate it. So glad to have met your expectations. Looking forward to your next box!
Kind regards
Angela
Brilliant way to turn unwanted items into cash
Really great service .Phoned as advised on their website to get some packing labels and a handy guide of what to send .Was able to ask about some things I wasn’t sure about . Sent the parcel off and the next day ,I was phoned with an offer .I was pleased with offer and the money was paid into my account that same day . Great way to turn unwanted items into cash .Will definitely be using again .
July 24, 2023
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Reply from Was Gathering Dust
Dear Mrs Westran,
Thank you for a lovely review, we are so happy that you have had good experience with us. Thank you for choosing us to de-clutter, we really appreciate it.
Angela
Was Gathering Dust
Well what can I say!!
Well, what more can I say! I didn’t know what to expect when I rang ‘Gathering Dust’, a most lovely person answered, Angela, so efficient and made me relax that I was talking to a genuine company! Wonderful service, and incredibly efficient and a very nice offer at end. Sending some more!! If all companies were as efficient the world would be a wonderful place.
July 19, 2023
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Reply from Was Gathering Dust
Hi Rosemary,
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our service.
I am so pleased you decided to give us a try. It's lovely to hear that we exceeded your expectations.
We are really looking forward to seeing what else you've found!
Kindest Regards
Angela
Was Gathering Dust Team
Very easy
All very easy and when I got the call which was very quick a nice friendly person to deal with
June 28, 2023
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Reply from Was Gathering Dust
Hi Lynn,
Many thanks for your lovely 5* review. It's good to know that you are happy with our speedy, friendly service.
Kind regards
Was Gathering Dust Team.
Fantastic experience
Such a smooth process and lovely people to help me along the way, Angela is fab!
July 6, 2023
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Reply from Was Gathering Dust
Hi Rav, Thanks so much for using us and for leaving this lovely feedback. We are really happy that we were able to help.
I have good experience with them and I am satisfied at all. Thanks
I have good experience with them as a customer and I am satisfied doing small business .
June 19, 2023
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Reply from Was Gathering Dust
Hi Munir, Thanks for your lovely review, we really appreciate you taking the time to tell us about your experience. Best Wishes Angela Was Gathering Dust Team.
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