After relocating to Bristol, the tenant found Mainplay charged £120 just to extend a tenancy, then repeatedly penalised minor late rent while neglecting a ten-day winter hot-water outage. Around seven tenants cycled through in six months. Despite leaving the room immaculate, £120 was deducted for cleaning, and the landlord routinely dodged calls.
7 Ashley Down Road, Bishopston and Ashley Down, Bristol, BS7 9JN
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Add your review to unlockThe letting agency Mainplay Limited, run by Alberto, is described as a complete joke that rips off students and young people with fees and charges. The reviewer invites others to ask anyone who has dealt with them and offers references.
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