Bennett Residential

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26 Years

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Emergency

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Trusted Letting Agents in Taunton & Somerset

Established in 2000, Bennett Residential has built a reputation as one of Somerset's leading letting agencies. Our commitment to quality property management and a personal approach has earned the trust of both landlords and tenants across Taunton, Bridgwater, Ilminster, and Wellington. As proud members of ARLA Propertymark, we maintain the highest professional standards through our fidelity bond protection, ensuring client funds remain secure. Our affiliation with The Dispute Service and The Property Ombudsman Scheme demonstrates our dedication to transparency and resolving client concerns impartially. With decades of combined experience, our team provides expert guidance on property valuations, tenant selection, and maintenance coordination.

We leverage our local market knowledge to deliver tailored solutions that maximise property value while minimising landlord responsibilities. Our 24/7 support system ensures prompt resolution of tenant issues, backed by a network of trusted tradespeople. Regular property inspections and detailed financial reporting provide landlords with complete visibility and peace of mind. The longevity of our client relationships, with some landlords working with us since our founding, speaks to our consistent delivery of reliable, ethical service. We continuously adapt our processes to meet evolving regulatory requirements while maintaining the personal touch that distinguishes us in the property management sector.

Services

Property Lettings Property Management Valuation Services Tenant Finding Repair Reporting

Details

Year established: 2000

Highlights and features

Established in 2000 with proven expertise in Somerset property markets
ARLA-accredited agency with fidelity bond protection for client funds
24/7 support for urgent tenant repair requests
Local knowledge spanning Taunton, Bridgwater, Ilminster, and Wellington
Transparent fee structure with no hidden charges

Associations and certifications

ARLA Propertymark
The Dispute Service
The Property Ombudsman Scheme

What people say

Worry free management Exemplary service Prompt repairs Professional and fair Highly recommended

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Services

Property Lettings

Our property lettings service connects landlords with quality tenants through rigorous vetting processes. We handle viewings, reference checks, and lease agreements while ensuring compliance with current legislation. With local market expertise since 2000, we maximise rental yields while minimising void periods for properties across Taunton and Somerset.

Property Management

Comprehensive property management covers rent collection, maintenance coordination, and regular inspections. Our ARLA-accredited team provides financial reporting, tenant communication, and legal compliance support. We maintain properties to high standards while protecting landlord investments through our established processes and local trade networks.

Valuation Services

Accurate property valuations combine market analysis with local expertise to determine realistic rental values. Our experienced team considers property condition, location, and market trends to provide data-driven recommendations that balance competitive pricing with maximum returns for landlords across our service areas.

Tenant Finding

Our tenant finding service matches properties with suitable occupants through targeted marketing and thorough application screening. We conduct credit checks, employment verification, and previous landlord references to ensure reliable tenancies that reduce turnover and maintenance issues for property owners.

Repair Reporting

24/7 repair reporting system ensures prompt resolution of property issues. We manage emergency repairs and routine maintenance through approved contractors while providing regular updates to both tenants and landlords. Our network of trusted tradespeople maintains service quality and response times across all managed properties.

People

Andy Bennett

Founder & Director

With over 20 years' experience in property management, Andy established Bennett Residential in 2000. He oversees all operations while maintaining hands-on involvement in client relationships. His expertise in local market dynamics ensures strategic decision-making that benefits both landlords and tenants.

Pam

Property Manager

Pam manages day-to-day property operations with particular responsibility for tenant communication and maintenance coordination. Her attention to detail and proactive approach to property care has earned consistent praise from both landlords and tenants in client testimonials.

Questions

What areas do you cover?

We operate across Taunton, Bridgwater, Ilminster, and Wellington, with in-depth local market knowledge.

How do you protect landlord deposits?

All deposits are protected through The Dispute Service, an Ombudsman Scheme-approved custodial scheme.

What maintenance services do you provide?

We coordinate 24/7 emergency repairs and routine maintenance through vetted local tradespeople.

How are tenant applications assessed?

We conduct comprehensive referencing including credit checks, employment verification, and previous landlord references.

What fees do you charge?

Our transparent fee structure includes letting fees, management fees, and renewal charges detailed in our fee schedule.

How often are property inspections conducted?

We perform quarterly inspections for managed properties, with detailed reports provided to landlords.

Reviews (7)

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Pat Case

Mar 05, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
I rented a property in Taunton through Bennett Residential for 6 years. Always found Andy & his team to be very professional & helpful at all times . Repair requests are dealt with quickly & efficiently & nothing is an issue . Would highly recommend them for professional service for everything thank you so much

Peter Jackson

Oct 29, 2019 Report

Terrible communication from Andy! Never replies to emails, never tries to resolve issues, only interested in pleasing landlords and not tenants! If you are a perspective tenant DO NOT LET from them!!

Stevemayo Mayo

Sep 27, 2015 Report

Very profesional and friendly team. They have managed my property for the last 10 years and I have had no issues with them. They have dealt with all my requests and looked after my tenant superbly. If you are looking for a management company to manage your property in the Taunton/Bridgwater area look no further. In my opinion you cant get better service.

Graham Mitchell

Jul 03, 2015 Report

Very helpful and professional, I owe these folks a lot of thanks for making letting a (mostly) painless experience! Highly recommended.

Paul Douglas Rayson

Nov 30, 2014 Report

I am new to this business & approached Bennett Residential following a recommendation from a friend who also lets property and I wanted to deal with a company who solely deal with letting. I have found the advice provided by Andy & Sharon to be professional and fair to both tenant and landlord.

Andy Moll

Oct 16, 2014 Report

Just started to use them as have know Andy for years. very helpful, frank and honest. Better than others my daughter had so far used

Overlord Narwhal

Jun 26, 2014 Report

We first used Bennett Residential on a personal recommendation. Six years later, we have two properties let by them and have been very happy with the service throughout. Andy and Pam are very good and helpful communicators, I trust their judgement and their care for properties, finances, tenants and landlords.