Call Assist Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.5

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Looking at 151 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently commend the staff for their friendly, polite, and professional demeanor, often going above and beyond to assist. The service is consistently described as efficient, with many appreciating quick response times and regular updates. People highlight excellent customer service, noting helpful and patient interactions that ease difficult situations. However, some people mentioned issues with customer service, describing staff as rude or unhelpful. A few also found the complaints process woeful, reporting unreturned calls and slow resolution. Additionally, some customers experienced significant delays in arrival times, with services taking longer than initially promised.

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Service

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Staff

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Response time

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Call handler Lucy friendly calm polite and reassuring. JD AUTOMOTIVE & RECOVERY were with me well within the hour which is the beauty using a trusted reliable recovery. I ve forgotten the recoveryman... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a broken altenator pulley first thing in the morning on school run. Got stranded. The rescue operator arrived within a hour, as promised, diagnosed the issue correctly and then towed my car to t... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quickly answered my call and Comfort called me regularly to make sure I was ok as I was on my own. Very efficient service. Regular updates on when help was arriving. Only took just over an hour for h... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service. I completed the simple online form once directed by text from my initial call. Got an eta for arrival of breakdown operative within minutes and the eta was within 45 minutes. B... See more

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Welcome to Call Assist, a vehicle rescue company which is dedicated to providing the best products and services for our customers.


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4.5

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reliably Responsive

I recently had to call Start Rescue (Call Assist) when my car broke down, and I was really impressed with their service. From the moment I called, the team kept me updated regularly, calling every 15 minutes to make sure I was safe. Although the wait for the recovery vehicle took a bit longer than expected due to rush hour traffic, I was kept fully informed throughout.

The recovery driver was professional, respectful, and ensured I got home safely when my local garage was closed. When I later called to arrange recovery to my local garage (which is in quite a tricky spot), there was no hesitation — the team followed the garage’s instructions carefully and made sure my car was delivered safely.

Every interaction with Start Rescue was professional and courteous. While I personally didn’t need the frequent update calls, I can see how others might find them very reassuring. Overall, a really positive experience — thank you to the whole team for their excellent service and support.

16 October 2025
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Hello,
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you received an excellent level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Excellent, caring and efficient service. I was surprised by how quickly my call was dealt with and how quickly the breakdown company arrived.

2 November 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello,
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review, your opinion matters to us.
We are very happy to hear that the service you have received has met your expectations.
Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good service

Responded promptly, and came within the hour, exactly when they said they would.

19 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello Ian
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you received an excellent level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Can’t fault the service

Can’t fault the service. So easy to arrange and arrived so quickly! A*

30 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello Charlotte,
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you received an excellent level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I didn't have to wait that long

I didn't have to wait that long. They rang at regular intervals whilst I was waiting to check I was ok.
The driver was kind enough to go a little out of the way to find me a toilet and was SO nice and chatty .

20 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello Angie
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you received an excellent level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very impressed

Very impressed. Within an hour of messaging my car was in the garage..

23 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello John
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you received an excellent level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Service

Being old I failed miserably with the technology (Where are the Grandchildren when you need them?) However my call was answered by a lovely lady who was both helpful and patient and sorted everything. I couldn’t have wished for better service. Help arrived and again the service was brilliant and the driver so kind. Much appreciated when of advancing years!

31 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello John
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you received an excellent level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic

Really easy, I logged my issue on the app and was at home so they said they would be with me within 2 hours and then 10 mins later I got a text to say they be there in 15 mins. He was so helpful and got me started and also gave me advice with the garage and what to ask. Absolutely thrilled with the service, thank you

17 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello Annette
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you received an excellent level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service

Had a puncture but was unable to remove the alloy wheel due to the wheel being 'welded by corrosion' to the hub. I filled in the app and was given an ETA however the technician arrived within 10 minutes and after 15 minutes of some heavy hammering the wheel was off and replaced but not before grease had been applied to the hub to prevent a repeat issue. I have since removed the other 3 wheels and applied grease to the hubs, as advised by the recovery technician

16 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello Paul,
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you received an excellent level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The app is easy to use and there is…

The app is easy to use and there is rapid information about the rescue. Ravenscroft rescue responded very quickly and resolved the issue. I was very impressed by the speed and service.

13 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello,
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you found our app easy to use and that you received an excellent level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service, help arrived very quickly and sorted problem out immediately

24 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello Ian,
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you received an excellent level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

No response for breakdown

Called to report a breakdown. Automated response informed me a text would be sent with a link to request a call out. No text received and no option to speak to anyone. This happened on two occasions, leaving me stranded

26 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello,
We are sorry to hear of your experience when your vehicle recently broke down. In order for us to look into your concerns, please email customerservices@call-assist.co.uk and we will be able to look into this for you.
Best Wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service, good communication, very pleased.

8 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello Clive,
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you received an excellent level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a flat battery

I had a flat battery. The response was almost immediate; an engineer was on-site within 15 minutes and I was on my way immediately thereafter.
I was very pleased with the service.
james Rath

7 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello James,
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you received a prompt and excellent level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Recovery

Gear box failed, contacted Start Recovery via the app, they contacted my mobile almost immediately, gave me an arrival, one hour. Phoned again after approximately 30 mins to say a further 15 mins delay to be expected. Phoned again to enquire if the mechanic had arrived, as he pulled up.
Mechanic unable to carryout repair, arranged recovery to the appropriate garage.
First time in 15 years or more that I have used any vehicle recovery, VERY IMPRESSED with Start Recovery.

1 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello,
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review, your opinion matters to us.
We are very happy to hear that the service you have received has met your expectations.
Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service!

Easy to contact the team, spoke with someone really quickly, they were efficient, reassuring and understanding. Organised a roadside recovery really quickly and through the time kept me updated, really helpful. Excellent service.

25 September 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello Paul,
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you received an excellent level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

You attended promptly and made sure I…

You attended promptly and made sure I was ok

1 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello Susan,
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you received a prompt and excellent level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class

First class. Was unable to use app as I had poor phone signal. Operator was excellent.

2 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello Steve
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you received an excellent level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

That this is a great company

They keep up with the time and informing you

3 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello Gaudensia,
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you received an excellent level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick response

Quick response. Friendly and professional service . Brilliant !!

10 October 2025
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Reply from Call Assist

Hello Tracy,
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review.
We are very pleased to hear that you received a friendly and professional level of service from our recovery team. Best wishes, the Call Assist team

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