CET Reviews 4,360

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

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Looking at 687 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently highlight the prompt and efficient service, with many praising the quick response times for emergencies. People appreciate the helpful, professional, and friendly demeanor of the staff and engineers, who often go above and beyond expectations to resolve issues. The service is consistently described as excellent, with many noting the thoroughness and care taken to ensure problems are fixed and areas are left clean. However, some customers also noted significant dissatisfaction with customer service, citing poor communication, slow responses, and a lack of follow-up on complaints. There were instances where people experienced prolonged periods without essential services, such as heating or hot water, due to delayed or inadequate repairs and missed appointments.

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Staff

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Response time

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had a leak from the cistern in our bathroom which we first noticed over a bank holiday however by the following day it had become considerably worse. I spoke with Direct Line as an emergency on our... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They are very good. Fast response, take care of problems with my property, dealing directly with tenants. Not like other home emergency company who are quick to take money but when it comes to providi... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt response to my kitchen drain blockage. 1st plumber sent couldnt fully deal with the problem,so arranged for someone else to come out,the following morning.This was an urgent need under stressf... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The service was prompt and professional. I had a home emergency (leaking water tank) and I was given a time window of when the plumber/heating engineer would attend. On arrival I was told that the tan... See more

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Company details

  1. Insurance company
  2. Insurance agency

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CET is a leading provider of Home Emergency solutions to UK insurance companies, supporting over 3 million customers across the UK. We deliver a full range of specialist property repair services including emergency repairs in the home, drainage survey, excavation and reinstatement and subsidence investigation. Since 1988, we have built a reputation for excellence due to the commitment of our 250 strong team of experts, focused on delivering an exceptional claims journey through technology and innovation. Speed and simplicity are assured through the stringent management of our Contractor Network of over 3,000 independent, accredited engineers across the UK and Northern Ireland. Continuous investment in new technology has also ensured CET has remained at the forefront of providing excellent customer experience and transparent claims handling.


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4.3

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very happy with the service CET…

Very happy with the service CET provided. Came out same day to fix an escape of water that had come from kitchen radiator and had flooded my kitchen. Fixed leak and plumber was extremely polite and friendly. Would recommend the services of CET.

8 May 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant service by all involved!!

I can't praise CET and their staff and contractors enough. They were courteous, sympathetic and efficient throughout my claim. I Must make special of their appointed technician, Chris Robson. Throughout the numerous visits to our property he went above and beyond our expectations. He was always on time, and genuinely cared and made sure he solved our problems. Brilliant service. I would recommend Direct Line, CET, Centego and, in particular, Centego's Chris Robson without hesitation.

7 May 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had quite a bad leak with water…

I had quite a bad leak with water pouring through my kitchen ceiling and down the walls. I phoned cet and they were very helpful, and sorted out a plumber to come to my property within a couple of hours.

6 May 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible mistakes made that have caused a great deal of harm.

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Absolutely terrible! These were used as part of my Privilege home insurance as home emergencies. I had a leak coming through my kitchen ceiling. I telephoned and they said they would assign a plumber - the plumber (after several hours) turned up - in the mean time, I had already had a phone call saying they couldn't get into the house - this turns out they had gone to wrong house. The plumber they assigned stayed in the house for 7 minutes and stated that the problem was a seal on the bath, and there was nothing they could do. This was questioned several times - with the promise of another plumber to come out as a second opinion - that second opinion never came. I rang my insurance and asked for any type of report or what to do as the leak continued. I was sent from CET a report and a set of pictures of the work that was done - the pictures were of an electrical plug in someone else's house! The leak continued and although I continued to try and get some help - nothing came. On Saturday 2nd May - my kitchen ceiling fell through, because of the damage the water had done. I insisted a plumber come out and this one found the first plumbers were completely incorrect and the issue was a pipe from the toilet- it took just 20 minutes to fix. I now have a massive hole in my ceiling, the stress it has caused and having to try and get it fixed is massive. I raised a complaint with CET and Privilege - I phoned today to get more info and was totally fobbed off- the call handler was rude, obnoxious, kept interupting - no care whatsoever for what had happened. As in their words "this is just your opinion, we decide what happens". It's clear if they their first plumbers had done their job none of this would have happened- if they had sent a second opinion when they said they would none of this would have happened - the ceiling company who came put said it was clear the damage was water damage, the second plumber who came out said the first plumbers should hgave nown it was not the bath or shower as the leak was on the wrong side of the ceiling. There has been cover up after cover up in order to get away from their mistakes. I suggest you steer well clear of this company.

7th May - A loss adjuster visited today and found the insurance company liable and has made enquiries as to whether I should pay the £550 excess for the ceiling to be repaired - the loss adjuster and even Privilege themselves both agree that the excess should be covered by CET because they caused it. We will see how they try to justify any of their actions despite a mountain of evidence against them. If I am not 100% satisfied with their complaint "investigation" then I have my evidence and the Ombudsman standing by. I should not be 1p out of pocket because of the litany of mistakes this cfompany have made - and if I have to go further and then have to claim for stress, not being able to use bath or shower in my own home - I will

29 May - Ongoing complaint regarding the incompetence of CET. I had a phone call today from someone today with regard the complaint - they rejected it saying they felt it wasn't to do with them. After going through every piece of evidence (I made a subject access request) which includes a report from the second plumber showing the first plumber wrong- something the person who called was surprised with! It is abundantly clear that they have either rested on the job notes of the first plumber (which they only had through a phone call, no written notes) and then everything else is someone's elses fault. Their second plumber and the loss adjustor have supplied reports to them which totally contradict what they are saying, but refusing to budge- now the real fun begins, because I'm going for the excess and compensation! They want a fight, they have one!

4 April 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from CET

Hi Steven, thank you for taking the time to provide your review and I am sorry you are unhappy with the level of service you received on this occasion. I understand your concerns have already been raised as an official complaint with our Customer Relations Team. I have ensured they have been made aware of the information you have provided here, and they will be in contact to discuss your concerns in more detail.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great

Incredibly helpful and issue was resolved quickly. I would highly recommend.

5 May 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good plumbers

Quick response. We were kept informed when they were going to be later than expected. Really friendly and professional plumbers who did a good job. Got a call after to check everything was sorted.

30 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Worst Ever!

9 hours after reporting issue a tradesman attended. While the tradesman (a well known local company)was very good, the lack of knowledge from some support team members was unacceptable. I spoke to several people, being passed from pillar to post, given two wrong contact numbers until I finally got transferred to Pav who was the only one who knew his job and the processes required for my claim.

There is a distinct lack of urgency. We were left with dangerous electrics which we’ve had to sort out ourselves. React tried up claim they left a voicemail however this is not correct. They are unable to attend for over a week and this is a concern.

29 April 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from CET

Hi Carrie , Thank you for your feedback, and we're sorry to read of your experience. Please can you update your review with your reference and we'll be happy to investigate this matter further for you.

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