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- Alan De Maid - Locksbottom
Alan De Maid - Locksbottom
Closes at 6:00pm
9 Princess Parade, Crofton Roa, BR6 8NP
Since 1953, Alan De Maid has been serving Kent and South East London with utmost dedication. Our Locksbottom branch is where tradition meets trust, offering a comprehensive range of property services with a personal touch. We're committed to ensuring you feel supported and confident every step of the way.
Opening hours
- Monday 8:30am - 6:30pm
- Tuesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
- Wednesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
- Thursday 8:30am - 6:30pm
- Friday 8:30am - 6:00pm
- Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Sunday 10:00am - 2:00pm
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Alan De Maid - Locksbottom Reviews (61)
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Janece
Friendly and professional local agents. Highly recommend and will use again when the time comes. David, James, Phillipa and Mia a pleasure to deal with. Thank you.
1st Mar 2025 (27 days ago)
S Levy
David and his team were excellent. David went above and beyond to expedite the purchase. He and Philippa assisted their client, the vendor, liased with solicitors of both parties and helped enormously to move the conveyancing process through to completion. Patience, knowledge, good humour, a can do attitude and exemplary professionalism demonstrated at all times. Thank you. I highly recommend this Estate Agent.
Buyer
27th Feb 2025 (29 days ago)
R Burden
We both sold our house and purchased our new home in the local area with the help of David and his team at Locksbottom. We discreetly marketed our property in the first instance but this was not effective so after a few months had it advertised through Rightmove and after a few weeks a buyer was found and a price agreed .
Initially communication with Alan de Maid was not as we would have expected on the sale but this did significantly improve as the sale progressed . The process became complicated because the buyer had problems with the service provided by their solicitor and they had to change solicitors . At this point David really came into his own with daily liaison with the buyer and their representatives and keeping us informed of progress .
As we were downsizing and wanting to stay in our area the number of properties available that met our needs was quite limited but David and his team were able to help us find the perfect property which we were able to move into on the same day we completed our sale.
Overall we have been very pleased with the support we received from David and his team and would use them again if we were moving but have no plans to do so in the near future !
Seller
10th Feb 2025 (7 weeks ago)
R Andrews
From start to finish the team were excellent. The sales progressor was outstanding. I needed an early completion date and she worked hard for me to achieve this. I fully recommend this company.
Seller
26th Jan 2025 (9 weeks ago)
E N
I bought through Alan De Maid … David was exceptional in his approach to helping us secure one of the nicest houses on the Park with back to back viewings over a one day period & even saving the best house until last…..Making us smile along.
We have been here now over a number of years and have recommended friends / family to use only ADM whether selling or buying.
Our Long term plan is to sell and downsize and I know that I will use them without a shadow of doubt to facilitate this task believing in their expertise in handling these desirable properties is a cut above the rest & in this area they have clients on their books just waiting!!
Mr E.N
Buyer
28th Dec 2024 (13 weeks ago)
R Camilleri
A very friendly and helpful estate agents. Always there to answer your questions and pass on messages to the seller. Everything went quite smoothly. Thank you James and the team.
Buyer
28th Nov 2024 (17 weeks ago)
P Bolton
The service offered by Alan De Maid from the initial valuation through to the final negotiations was excellent. Their experience really shines through.
23rd Nov 2024 (18 weeks ago)
J S
Excellent, professional service from James Driscoll - thank you!
18th Aug 2024 (7 mo. ago)
G Figg
All staff involved in the sale of our property were professional, polite and helped with all aspects of the sale process. Good all round company.
Seller
15th Aug 2024 (7 mo. ago)
J Laidler
Whilst David acted for the seller we would use David as our agent if we ever decided to sell the dream home we now live in. He might have to wait a few years.....
19th Jun 2024 (9 mo. ago)
V Eldred
Alan De Maid handled the sale of our property with knowledge of the area, kept in touch and we achieved a quick easy sale, Mia and James were very helpful and they was a pleasure to deal with. Thank you .
Seller
14th Jun 2024 (9 mo. ago)
Anonymous Homeseller
Efficient, professional and effective. Highly recommended.
Seller
11th Jun 2024 (9 mo. ago)
A Morgan
We are very pleased with the service we have received from Alan de Maid and would certainly recommend the agency without hesitation. Special thanks go to James and to Mia and recently Philippa. They have done everything possible to help us secure a sale and purchase - and at last we shall be moving in a few days!
Seller
9th Jun 2024 (9 mo. ago)
B ZOCCOLA
A big well done and thank you to you David and the Alan de Maid team at Locksbottom for making a difficult sale happen. You managed to achieve a good offer and were there throughout the sale process, being there for us at the end of a phone whenever we needed you was invaluable.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to anyone, first class job from start to finish and I would certainly use you again.
Seller
9th Jun 2024 (9 mo. ago)
A Smith
We recently brought a new property and sold our existing property with David Hughes at Alan de Maid in Locksbottom. Exemplary service throughout. David’s knowledge of the area and putting the right people in front of the right properties paid a large part in making our sale and purchase process both swift and seamless. We managed to conclude matters with David on both properties in little over one month. I would highly recommend David and his team in Locksbottom.
Seller
8th Jun 2024 (9 mo. ago)
J Greene
I cannot fault Alan de Maid on the sale of our house. From excellent photos, getting the best sale and then helping through to exchange. I would 100% recommend.
Seller
23rd May 2024 (10 mo. ago)
R Mogford
David and the rest of the Locksbottom team provided an excellent service from start to finish. Starting with a realistic appraisal and valuation they managed the sale process professionally throughout, delivering a sale in line with the original valuation despite the challenging market. Highly recommend.
Seller
17th May 2024 (10 mo. ago)
S D'urso
We have nothing but praise for David and his team at Locksbottom. At the start of our search Mia , James & Lisa were most helpful and accommodating when arranging our viewings. After we found a property Philippa always answered our queries and emails promptly and kept the purchase progressing and David was able to reassure us in his calm and professional manner. We would not hesitate to recommend.
Buyer
3rd May 2024 (10 mo. ago)
N Alnaaji
Such a smooth and enjoyable experience working with Mia and Philippa at Alan de Maid for our first property purchase. Excellent communication all throughout the process, friendly and great service. Highly recommend!
Buyer
26th Apr 2024 (11 mo. ago)
S Anbu
From the onset of viewing to the completion, James was really helpful. He is a great mediator sharing truthful and honest opinion of the properties and sharing sellers and buyers views to each other. He is indeed a great asset to the company.
Phillipa was a great help and support to us in coordinating with the solicitors and us. Her level of expertise and knowledge in this field has greatly helped in the process very quick and successful.
We highly recommend Alan De Maid Lockbottom for their commitment and professionalism. Thanks for your great support.
Buyer
22nd Mar 2024 (1 year ago)
K kroese
From the moment David valued our house I knew we were in safe hands. Lovely Mia was fantastic at showing and organising all the viewings.
From start to finish we were constantly informed of everything that was happening. David recommend solicitors and organised survey's etc who were very efficient.
Philippa was a godsend making life so much easier by helping the sale move along.
We have now sold our house due to this fantastic agents.
Can highly recommend them they know their stuff...
Karen
Seller
15th Feb 2024 (1 year ago)
M Rozze
Selling my house with Mia Palmer and Peter Batty from Alan de Maid was a very positive experience.
Mia, our fantastic agent, was not just excellent but super responsive to all my requests. From the start, she made the process smooth, stress-free, and tailored to my needs. A true pro!
I highly recommend Peter Batty, the Area Manager, whose market knowledge is next level. His insights were accurate and effective, ensuring we got the best deal possible in a challenging market.
Mia and Peter make an unbeatable team – seamless communication, expert advice, and a friendly touch. Selling a home couldn't have been more positive!
Highly recommend this dynamic duo for a successful and stress-free selling experience.
Seller
30th Jan 2024 (1 year ago)
P Gong
We have been looking for a property to renovate in Orpington area and Alan De Maid team has been really helpful. They understand our need and alway try their best to accommodate our needs be it arranging viewings or talking to the vendors on our behalf. We have been updated with new properties on the market regularly in particular by Mia, who is doing a brilliant job for us. We look forward to working with ADM again on new projects in the future.
16th Nov 2023 (1 year ago)
C O
I want to express my appreciation for the excellent service provided by David Hughs at Alan de Maid Estate Agents during our recent property purchase. David's professionalism and commitment stood out throughout the process. He effortlessly navigated the intricacies, ensuring a smooth experience. His attention to detail, clear communication, and friendly approach made the journey enjoyable. If you're in need of a reliable and personable real estate professional, David is your go-to. Thank you, David ????
Buyer
14th Nov 2023 (1 year ago)
K Archer
Alan De Maid sold our current home and found a new home that met our requirements. During this process they were always responsive to calls and emails and helpful in advice given. I would not hesitate to use their services in the future.
Seller
9th Nov 2023 (1 year ago)
T Bushby
A big thank you to Mia Palmer at the Locksbottom branch for helping us with our search for a property.
Mia was so friendly and efficient, nothing was too much trouble for her.
Thank you Mia.
13th Oct 2023 (1 year ago)
C Goodwin
Acted efficiently when we purchased a property through them. I was impressed by the professional manner in which they monitored and chased the transaction once it was agreed.
Buyer
15th Sep 2023 (1 year ago)
Anonymous Homeseller
We were very satisfied and staff were always available with advice.
Seller
9th Sep 2023 (1 year ago)
A Wright
David Hughes has done phenomenal job in supporting me in the purchase of a property that he was marketing. Whilst I was not technically his client, it was immediately clear that understanding my circumstances and meeting my needs was just as important to David as supporting that of his vendors. David invested time, energy and careful thought when providing pragmatic solutions to reconcile a buyer and seller who had polar opposite circumstances and requirements. That was the difference between this being just another failed property transaction statistic and achieving a successful exchange.
This should have been a routine transaction for me with simultaneous exchanges on my sale and purchase with a standard completion period. However, it quickly became fraught with complexity and time sensitivity. This transaction fell through on 2 separate occasions on exchange day; causing the chain to break between my sale, which went ahead, and the failed purchase. Eventually, some weeks later, we exchanged contracts with an extended completion clause however, David had to call upon all the skills and contacts that he has acquired throughout his many years in this business. This included bringing in his own solicitors to support a complex conveyancing process and supporting me in procuring a rental as a consequence of the broken chain and staggered completion dates.
The period between our first viewing and the day we exchanged spanned over 4 months and David's tenacity, humanity, focus and commitment was unwavering throughout. I would not hesitate in recommending David and wish him the best of luck in the future.
Buyer
3rd Sep 2023 (1 year ago)
P Wilkinson
I found Alan De Maid Estate Agent Locksbottom to be friendly, efficient and extremely helpful in the sale of my house . I would recommend them to anybody .
Seller
10th Aug 2023 (1 year ago)
N Wickes
Thank you to David and the team at Alan De Maid in the Locksbottom branch. They have provided excellent assistance from start to end when we sold our property in a difficult market and navigated us through some complex negotiations. Their communication throughout the process was excellent and we felt as though we were kept up to date with regular interactions. I would definitely recommend the team at Alan De Maid if you are looking to buy or sell a property.
Seller
29th Jun 2023 (1 year ago)
M harvey
A special thank you to David Hughes at Alan de Maid for his help and professionalism in securing a buyer for me. Highly recommended!!!
Seller
28th Jun 2023 (1 year ago)
S Browning
A big thank you to the team at ADM Locksbottom for all your assistance in selling my property in a challenging market. The service provided was fantastic from finding a purchaser to getting the sale completed. There were regular updates throughout and in particular following up solicitors and providing feedback. I would definitely recommend ADM and will be in touch should I buy/sell a property in the future
Seller
3rd Mar 2023 (2 years ago)
F Jose
Good pro active service.
Quick with feedback from prospective buyers, chased solicitors as required, always professional.
19th Jan 2023 (2 years ago)
G Smith
Having used Alan De Maid a few times, they are the best in the area for a reason. They have a wealth of knowledge and experience in the local property market and will guarantee you a successful sale.
Seller
19th Jan 2023 (2 years ago)
I Morgan
AdM know the market very well, quickly secured a number of viewings and obtained a very good price for my property
Seller
7th Feb 2022 (3 years ago)
Paul
Excellent service from Alan de Maid. David worked tirelessly to find us the perfect property and then to ensure the deal progressed through to completion. Highly recommended.
Buyer
31st Jan 2022 (3 years ago)
R Mills
James and the team were superb throughout our purchase and would recommend to anyone that is thinking of using an agent in this area to give them a call.
Great work and thank you for getting the deal over the line!
Buyer
16th Sep 2021 (3 years ago)
J Wood
A completely professional service from the beginning to the end.Help and advice throughout the process was always there, I have bought and sold many houses in the past, Alan de Maid, Orpington, Kent was truly the best.
Seller
3rd Feb 2021 (4 years ago)
R Ridley
Very happy with whole experience of buying our property with David at Locksbottom branch.
We moved during lockdown and it was a painless experience and very smooth.
Buyer
2nd Feb 2021 (4 years ago)
A Cantwell
Simply put the team at Alan De Maid have the best knowledge of the area with from a buyers and seller perspective. If you want to find out what's available go to the oracle.
2nd Feb 2021 (4 years ago)
K Bailey
It was a particularly hard time to be selling a property with Brexit and Covid both having an impact. However, David and the team remained positive and worked hard to eventually find the right buyers.
Seller
26th Jan 2021 (4 years ago)
H Lateo
They went above and beyond to make our sale work, even being available outside business hours
Seller
25th Jan 2021 (4 years ago)
J Chadd
Spoke to Oliver trying to book a viewing on a property and he seems to be blocking the viewing which is really bizarre. He claims to run the branch but i struggle to believe that based on his attitude, i feel sorry for the landlord trying to rent his empty property!
17th Mar 2020 (5 years ago)
W Bennett
May I say throughout the process of the sale the Alan De Maid Team were extremely professional. From the initial consultation with James, throughout the viewing stage with Gill to the sales transaction driven meticulously by David. His attention to detail, valuable knowledge and ability, enabled the sale to proceed swiftly.
Well Done and Thank You All.
Seller
10th May 2019 (5 years ago)
M Okeke
David Hughes, the consummate professional and an absolute pleasure to work with in successfully sourcing a new property for my family. Your attention to detail across all aspects allowed us to make a truly informed decision before setting our hearts on the place we now own...they don't call you "Mr Farnborough Park" for nothing!! Alan de Maid of Locksbottom, thank you for your continued investment in excellence.
Buyer
25th Apr 2019 (5 years ago)
K Wilks
David and his team were so supportive to my father, selling his longstanding family home and moving away from the area was always going to be difficult, but the team kept us informed through the entire process and made it as an free as possible, we were and still are extremely grateful and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.
Seller
15th Mar 2019 (6 years ago)
M Ashton
I would wholeheartedly recommend the services of David Hughes and his colleagues at Alan de Maid . They are a market leader in the area and our property was sold at a very keen price extremely promptly .Service terrific and commission very competitive . Thank you again .
Mike Ashton
Seller
19th Dec 2018 (6 years ago)
D Amin
Excellent service. We would recommend them, without a doubt.
10th Nov 2018 (6 years ago)
A Black
Recently used Alan De Maid to sell our property. Really pleased with the service received.
James was helpful and professional. Selling our property within a good timescale. The office backup of Phillipa and Gill were also very efficient. Kept us well informed throughout the process . Would recommend.
Seller
4th Aug 2018 (6 years ago)
M Morabito
Very happy with the service provided, always ready to help us see the property even at odd times and sometimes even during their days off. plus they seem to have a higher-quality selection of properties than others. definitely recommended.
20th Jul 2018 (6 years ago)
R Shirley
Excellent service from David and his team. David understood our requirements from an initial telephone call and found us the perfect property.
The whole team are professional and determined to make sure the move happens, and I would not hesitate to recommend them.
Writing this in the dining room, looking at the view....marvellous, thanks for everything
Buyer
19th Jul 2018 (6 years ago)
Phoebe
We recently used Alan de Maid (Locksbottom) for both our sale and purchase. The team are absolutely fantastic, especially James and Gill who were brilliant throughout the entire process. They both gave us plenty of updates and really focused on seeing the transaction through from beginning to end. Furthermore, they were both friendly, approachable and it never felt 'transactional'.
I highly recommend Alan de Maid for anyone who wants to sell or purchase a home and is looking for a stress-free, friendly and positive experience!!
Thanks Alan de Maid!
Seller
3rd Jul 2018 (6 years ago)
T howes
My property sale had legal complications which combined with a less than active purchaser' solicitor made the sale rather difficult. However with the professional and personable driving force of David Hughes (hero) and his team the sale progressed to a satisfactory conclusion. David and his team persevered despite many set-backs and I have been extremely satisfied with their work. I would most certainly use them again .Thank you Alan De Maid for saving my sanity.
Seller
14th Aug 2017 (7 years ago)
S Gough
Great service throughout the process.
From initial viewings they provided an impressive knowledge of the area and excellent commercial opinions as to what was possible at each property.
Have also given a great after sales service
6th Jun 2017 (7 years ago)
L Bryan
Thank You especially to Gill at Alan De Maid Locksbottom for a great service in our recent purchase and look forward to doing more business with you in the future. Very smooth purchase plenty of updates.
Many thanks
Buyer
17th May 2017 (7 years ago)
L P
I would like to thank Alan de Maid for their superb service. They are a great team and are always there to help and really look after you throughout the process. I would highly recommend them.
17th May 2017 (7 years ago)
D H
Great team at Alan de Maid, Locksbottom who work hard and are prepared to go the extra mile to get the results. Having bought through this office in 2009, we had no hesitation in engaging them to sell our house when we decided to move in 2017. Although not a particularly easy market place, they suceeded within a reasonable time frame, and made the whole experience as smooth as possible. Highly recommended.
Seller
16th May 2017 (7 years ago)
A Fryatt
I have used Alan de Maid at Locksbottom for many years. I have always found them pro-active in making sales happen and worth their fee.
Seller
15th May 2017 (7 years ago)
A Fabri
Sadly I wan not impressed at all with the service I received.
I was told many things that did not materialised. The service was very poor from the start, errors were made and I had to continually chase the staff, took two weeks to get my property on rightmove, took three weeks for brochures which cost £500 waste of money, no photo in window and no updates. Basically I had to chase them for everything or all the above would have either not happened or taken longer. The only plus was that the staff were really lovely. I do not recommend ADMaid. Still waiting for my EPC and Photos after emailing them once, left a message and spoke to a member of staff ! That's the service I received. Good talk but little action.
Seller
10th Jun 2016 (8 years ago)
W Wig
What a refreshing change. A polite and professional estatae agent who know what they are talking about. Thanks fior all your help and advise. I would receommend Mark and his team to everyone.
22nd Nov 2013 (11 years ago)
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