Smith Glass LTD Reviews 1,112

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Everything went like clockwork. All explained in detail during initial quotation. Once ordered, product was installed promptly and efficiently. Fitters were friendly and hard working. The end result h... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Gary was a great salesman and advisor as to what options we could have for our very hot and very cold conservatory. Gary ran through all our options. The replacement heatshield panels fitted to the ro... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

We got a quote went ahead with the groundworks, brickwork which was great - got a date for the rest of the installation for 5th August and the company has switched off phones, emails bouncing back - n... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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We can’t fault this company from start to finish.The installation for whole front of house including doors was completed in 2 days the team were hard working polite clean and tidy you wouldn’t have kn... See more

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Company details

  1. Double Glazing Installer
  2. Conservatory Specialist
  3. Construction Company
  4. Door Shop
  5. Glazier
  6. Home Improvement Store

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Established in 1968, Smith’s have continued to build the successful ‘family’ business, expanding operations and servicing clients all over the south east of England. Smiths have an extensive portfolio of Satisfied Customers who come back to Smith’s time and time again for new products or simply recommending friends and family to the unique Smiths Service. We offer a full 10 year guarantee and also an insurance backed Guarantee. Smiths are proud members of FENSA and offer insurance backed guarantees through H-P-I. With 1000’s of satisfied customers over the past 50 years, and all of these guarantees, the Smith’s Family business is a name to be trusted and draw comfort from. When a client buys from Smiths they are safe in the knowledge that we are a company that prides itself on family values, quality, affordability, and sustainability.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not a Positive experience

if i could leave any review under one star i would. The company is shut now. which was not a surprise as the attitude would surely come from the owners and eventually filtered down to the staff and then to the customers. it was a toxic atmosphere to get any sort of work done. i as a customer felt very much timid and downgraded as the way in which the staff operated.

March 27, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Nice to see they have gone bust but the…

Nice to see they have gone bust but the real issues
are why did trading standard's do nothing to close
smiths down a long time ago the massive Stress
and misery smiths have caused to so many peoples
lives and who will ever will believe trust a trader any
more with such a diabolical reputation SMITHS had going back some 10 years ago and still was allowed
to make customers life misery .

August 30, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I am stressed

I am stressed
Since yesterday, I have been feeling very stressed upon learning that Smith Glass Windows has gone into liquidation. Two years ago, I lost my husband, and since then, we have been managing with windows that are significantly damaged. In response to an advertisement from Smith Glass Windows, I engaged their services and we agreed on a total cost of £15,000 for new windows, as I wanted to ensure a secure environment for my children and myself.

Unfortunately, I was unable to secure a loan for this project, so I have been making payments to Smith Glass Windows out of my own savings and by borrowing from friends and family. We were looking forward to having the windows installed by the end of September, but now I am devastated to learn about their current situation.

The last communication I received from Smith Glass Windows indicated that the windows and doors were ready. I am at a loss for how to proceed, and it is causing me significant distress, especially given my circumstances.
I gave Smith windows £10,500 deposit my life savings! I was now told it’s all gone. Please help guide me anyone

September 2, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

COMPANY IN LIQUIDATION

COMPANY IN LIQUIDATION
This company entered liquidation around 15th July 2024 and yet it seems from the reviews they were still trading. I have a half finished Orangery which is fully paid for. Now have to get other trades in to finish it off! I researched the company on Companies House and found The Liquidators information can be found on Companies House. I contacted them and they were extremely helpful and whilst you may not get your money back any information about the conduct of either the directors or employees is useful to them. Unfortunately since the main director passed in December the company went in to decline. The Managers of the business were clearly not competent in this line of business. I offered them the opportunity to walk away if they were unable to fulfil their side of the agreement. They did not wish to do this. I also asked that the Roofing Company - whoever they were - could come along and inspect the site prior to commencement, this was refused. They said they knew what they were doing. I should have known then that something disastrous would happen. At each payment stage they were aggressive with their approach. What should have been a two week upheaval has been a year of utter distress and sleepless nights. The Project Manager and Salesman were two of the most despicable people I have ever encountered they were obstructive, argumentative and kept referring back to the death of the director for their mismanagement of my project which is in my home and for which they had no respect or understanding in how this has impacted on me. Disgruntled - Absolutely considering the treatment I received.

September 7, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID AVOID AVOID

We got a quote went ahead with the groundworks, brickwork which was great - got a date for the rest of the installation for 5th August and the company has switched off phones, emails bouncing back - no one has been in touch to tell us what has happened - hear word of mouth that have gone bankrupt - not heard from a liquidator either to tell us what is going on. Yet the website is still up and running and inviting quotes - no mention that shut down ! Disgusting and 50% of monies paid and not had the decency to contact us... what sort of people are they that can behave in such an appalling manner

July 23, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID AVOID AVOID dreadful service and…

AVOID AVOID AVOID dreadful service and very rude and arrogant when trying to get them to complete the work that I’ve paid for, I’m still waiting for them to finish the roof on my conservatory since November 2023!! They put themselves as a family firm but I wouldn’t treat my worst enemy how they’ve treated me! Save yourselves a lot of grief and employ a decent company to carry out your work or you will have nothing but rudeness and trouble, I’ve tried talking to them but they now wont answer my calls, disgusting company and I should have gone with the reviews but wanted to use a local company, never again.
They will try and say that’s it’s my fault but I can assure you that I’ve tried and tried to sort this out with them, that’s the only reason I’ve waited to write this review is to give them a chance to do what I contracted them to do ! there will be all sorts of excuses but they are liars and should not be believed, I repeat do not use them !!

June 21, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Good windows, AWFUL salesman

Good windows and fitter, AWFUL salesman. I literally only got the windows because I couldn't get the arrogant, horrible sales bloke out of my house!! We agreed to a finance plan and since having them fitted have been informed finance was never agreed so I have to pay the whole balance in full. Like people just have 10 grand laying around. Do not trust this company!!

June 10, 2024
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Reply from Smith Glass LTD

I am sorry that you have felt the need to leave this one star review despite in your own words the product and installation being good. I hope on reflection you will reconsider your rating.
We like to be transparent with our customers and must now respond accordingly to your accusations.
On 22/04/24 you visited our website to request a quotation.
On 24/04/24 our representative visited you after you requested a quotation for the replacement of windows and a conservatory roof to your property.
This representative has worked here for many years and we have never had a single complaint about his conduct nor have you raised this issue before today.
After working out a price it was established that the conservatory roof and windows was beyond your budget and a price of £8888 was provided for the replacement of 12 windows (including bays) all in oak for which you accepted.
These windows were drawn up on a contract document which a copy was given at the time of placing the order and at this point your method of payment is detailed as using either card/cheque or cash method and it is explicitly indicated that finance was not being taken. (it actually says N/A in the box)
You paid a part deposit of £1000 towards the contract using your credit/debit card.
Our surveyor visited you on 01/05/2024 (a day and time requested by you) and a copy of this survey was emailed to you on 04/05/2024.
On 06/05/2024 you emailed back to state that you were again satisfied and to go ahead with manufacturing the windows.
You paid the remainder of the deposit amount again using a credit/debit card.
In the call where you tell us how to take the remaining deposit payment (from the same card) it is confirmed to you again that the balance of £6666.00 is due on the day of completion and we would call you once installed to see how you wished to pay this. You acknowledge this without any issue or query.

Between 06/05/2024 and 26/05/2024 there were calls between yourself and the company to arrange installation for Weds 5/6 - Fri 7/6 (3 day job). Our installer arrived as scheduled and carried out the work without any issue which you say yourself is good.

During all of these conversations and correspondence there was no mention that you wished to take out finance on your purchase until we eventually spoke to you yesterday (Mon 10/6) in response to us trying to reach you to take payment for the works which was now overdue.
It was politely explained that finance must be taken at the point of sale and cannot be applied for once the goods have already been supplied and installed however you became aggressive towards our staff when they tried to explain the reasons to you.

This is a rule that is set by finance companies in the same way that if you walk into a shop selling sofas or beds for example you cant take the goods home before you have either paid for them or have a finance agreement in place. Finance is always offered subject to status and there is no guarantee that you will be accepted for it, this is a decision of the finance company and not ourselves and if we have already installed the work and then the finance application is rejected we find ourselves in a situation where goods have now been supplied and the customer unable to pay for them.
As I am sure yourself or anybody reading this review can appreciate we are a business and rely on our customers paying for their works once completed.
I am sorry if you feel there has been some mis-understanding along the way however we feel that we have been very open and honest in our dealings throughout our contractual relationship, we have offered finance products for many years and never had a single complaint of this manner and although you are aggrieved now we hope that in time on reflection you are able to appreciate and enjoy your new windows.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Unbelievably rude

Unbelievable! I was just shouted to on the phone by a pushy salesman trying to book an appointment for a quote that I wasn't even interested in. He even hung up while I was still talking. Extremely unprofessional!

June 10, 2024
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Reply from Smith Glass LTD

Good Morning, We have reached out to you privately to request further information, we only call customers who have actively asked us to call them back so we require more information to allow us to look into your complaint. I have checked your name against our system and cannot find you in there and note that we have not been contacted directly to assist, please feel free to contact us back if you would like us to look into this further for you.
Kind Regards.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Excellent Service

I have had a lot of work done on my home from Smith Glass Ltd , Excellent Service from all the staff , no pressure on sales etc , you get what you pay for .

May 23, 2024
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Reply from Smith Glass LTD

Good Evening, Thank you so much for leaving us such a pleasant and positive review. I can see from your file that we have indeed completed a variety of works for you and your repeat custom is much appreciated.
Kind Regards
Ryan
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Fantastic service from start to…

Fantastic service from start to finish!!! All representatives were friendly but also very professional.
The finished installment is perfect and the 2 fitters, Dan & Jamie( I think that was their names) were so very respectful of my property leaving it very clean. At the same time they were friendly yet professional!! We always use Smiths for any Double glazing needs and will continue to do so as the Service is always impeccable.

April 25, 2024
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Reply from Smith Glass LTD

Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a nice review, I will ensure that your installers are made aware of your comments. We hope you enjoy your new windows for years to come.
Many Thanks

Ryan
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Lovely product and fitting was excellent

Lovely product and fitting was excellent

April 3, 2024
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Reply from Smith Glass LTD

Good Afternoon
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are very pleased to hear that you are satisfied with the works done for you.
Kind Regards
Ryan
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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we had our old conservatory removed and…

we had our old conservatory removed and a new one supplied and installed by smith glass. the men that did the work were very good, the weather was not great while they were doing the job, but they carried on working. overall we were very pleased with the end result.

April 2, 2024
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Reply from Smith Glass LTD

Good Evening
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. I know there were a couple of issues that were rectified for you as soon as possible and again please accept our apologies again for missing off the waterbutt kit connector, we are glad to see that you still gave us a 5 star review and we hope you are enjoying your new conservatory.
Kind regards
Ryan
Smith Glass LTD

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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I had all of my windows and doors…

I had all of my windows and doors replaced by Smith Glass at a good price. Scott the installer arrived in the morning slightly earlier than expected, and that was not a problem. He worked alone, and didn’t stop for a tea which I offered him a few times, he just cracked on with the job. I am more than happy with the work he’d done, very tidy and clean. Waiting for a quote on my gutters next.

April 9, 2024
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid

I said i wanted windows fitted in november 2023...the salesman kept ringing and came round months ahead of schedule, took the order, assured me there were no problems with inward opening windows and they would be fitted November. Took deposit. Spoke to 3rd party on phone who also assured me he was compliant with planning and seafront windows.
Was then told they could not fulfil the order and would i like some more expensive ones?
No..i was happy to spend 1500 and the salesman and 3rd party agreed to it.
Asked for 1 small window instead...surely you can manage that??!
Apparently not, salesman didnt turn up, no response to request for a refund. Avoid!!
No order number on contract, standby date was 21/11/2023 . Standby reference number given. Not affiliated with ombudsmen

September 16, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Great company

Great company very professional and friendly staff. Very reliable and helpful, product is great quality very please with the work had done, would definitely recommend to friends and family.

March 7, 2024

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