Credit Style Limited Reviews 

559
TrustScore 1 out of 5

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Looking at 62 reviews, most reviewers were let down by their experience overall. People frequently received unexpected letters and phone calls chasing unpaid bills and debts they did not owe or had already settled. Consumers also described extremely frustrating communication hurdles when trying to reach support, frequently facing unhelpful staff and aggressive attitudes. Though some customers faced challenging situations with debt collection notices, a few reviewers found certain representatives to be exceptionally helpful. These specific individuals managed to clear incorrect records, resolve disputes, and successfully remove unwanted charges for a minority of people. Some individuals appreciated the polite assistance received during brief moments of positive contact.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible company, their website claim's of ethics is absurd, they also state they respond in 5 and then separately in 7 days, despite threats of prosecution. Hounding me for money I do not owe. Have p... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I contacted Credit Style today to discuss why a letter had arrived 7 days after it was dated. I provided my name address and CS ref. he asked for my mobile which i refused to give as this is not par... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SCAM! Horrible people, gave me a true anxiety attack for lies. We got a bill in my husbands name to owe money to British Gas, last bills were in my name and last time he had an account was many years... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SCAMMERS! I have received a letter, email & phone calls chasing over £1000 on behalf of "their client " British Gas for electricity. Firstly, my name isn't on any British Gas bills as I don't de... See more

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  1. Debt Collection Agency

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At Credit Style, we always maintain a customer focus and offer more flexible systems than the industry norm. We believe approaching debt recovery in this way increases client satisfaction and ultimately delivers better results. As such, we are proud to see our reputation for hard work and strong performance is continuing to grow. Our experienced team of collectors and credit management professionals regularly help businesses recover funds, taking away a time-consuming but essential task so they may focus on their own business priorities.


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TrustScore 1 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have been on the website to contact…

I have been on the website to contact them because I am unable to pay online as the credit style reference they gave to me is not recognised on the payment site. They have not replied to my email and just sent me a red letter saying it will go to debt collectors. It's from my time with Bristol Energy and I had paid in full.

23 June 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

These are pestering me for an old…

These are pestering me for an old electric bill that I don't owe I phoned them up af they expect me to give all my details to them.if I owed u anything surly u would know my details I don't owe any money 2 anyone if you think I do come and try and get it because who ever u send won't get nothing I promise u that

22 June 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Credit Style Limited

The company, without any notice, sent us a bill for over a thousand Pounds for 1 months usage of Bristol Energy gas/electric back in Jan 22 when they went bust.
Their figures were based on "estimates" and were so ridiculously high that, especially for electricity we STILL haven't reached their figure 17 months later!
I rang them up and asked them to send me a revised bill. The company says they can't do that, so I said "see you in court".
DO NOT PAY THESE SCAM ARTISTS.

12 June 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I did owe money

I did owe money, they did collect very professional and helpful. Guess people just don't like paying what they owe judging by the other reviews

9 May 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SCAM.

Horrible, corrupt cowboys. Do not pay this company a penny.

3 May 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Study the back of the letter

CST Law..On the reverse of the letter it states Bristow and Sutor are handling your file. Ring Bristow and Sutor as they havent got your file in processing. Me and my mate just got it confirmed by CST law in an email by a CST paralegal that they have no connection to the ticket issue through Bristow & Sutor. So Report them to the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) for overly aggressive communications and Dishonesty. Good luck.

1 April 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

What a bunch of chancers

Please people don't let this scum threaten you it's illegal harassment ive had it between themselves Debt Recovery Plus and Smart Parking and I'm fed up now and having worked in enforcement for 22 years I'm waiting for them to take me to court, I've had this for 10 months now not paid a penny and won't be paying a penny unfortunately from day one I have a case file against the 3 of them having plenty of legal experience I would say in the words of Dirty Harry go ahead make my day

18 March 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Lisa mine is totally the same they are…

Lisa mine is totally the same they are a bunch of chancers who although regulated have no scruples. Called them asked for call back they have ignored . I have asked for Subject Access Report they haven’t actioned it that’s against the law . I am trying to follow up with a Chris Barlow but his ability’s have to be questioned too

15 March 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This company is absolutely crap

This company is absolutely crap
My previous energy supplier People's Energy went bust and I was transferred to British gas. I received a fantasy final bill which was totally incorrect and I was backed up by British Gas with meter readings. Next thing I know I have Credit Style chasing me. Despite providing all the evidence including meter readings, bills and contact from British Gas it still goes on.
I have even had the energy ombudsmen backing up my case, but still they chase.
Considering legal representation now because nothing works.
This is the worst company I have ever dealt with. Customer service is absolutely diabolical.
They are blinkered and just want money.
Had lots of threats and now the latest is a CCJ and additional costs.

15 March 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I’m in the same boat as most people…

I’m in the same boat as most people regarding an outstanding debt to peoples energy! I never set up an account with them. Left voicemails and emails I’ve had no response, today I’ve had another letter claiming to have attempted to call me back! Not true! Just a total waste of my time and energy

10 March 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scam letter from CST Law

Would give zero stars if possible. I too received a letter from CST LAW, addressed to ‘The Occupier’, demanding money for Peoples Energy (Supply) Ltd. I have never had a People’s Energy account and if I had then surely they’d know my name? Tried calling but gave up, then managed to find an actual email address and emailed them. They called me today, on my mobile number despite the fact I never gave them my number?! I Moved into this rented address in august - PE went bust in 2021!! My British Gas account is in credit and they advised this was a complete scam. The CST person on phone tried to get all sorts of personal info from me and asked if I was contacting to settle the account despite me telling her 3 times that the account is not mine and nothing to do with me! When I asked for evidence of the debt in my name she quickly said they’d close the account but ‘can’t guarantee PE won’t open it again at some point? THEY WENT BUST in 2021!!! CST are scum scammers, if you get a similar letter report them to trading standards and the financial authorities!

8 March 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Chasing me for money for gas *not*…

Chasing me for money for gas *not* supplied by a defunct energy company called Peoples Energy, despite the fact that I proved by email from my current suppliers that they were the ones providing me the energy during the dates in question.

Scam artists. Dont pay them a penny.

8 March 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

What happened when you refused to pay?

I'm in the same boat as most other reviewers and obviously have the dilemma of should I pay them to get them off my back or refuse to pay.
I see many reviewers have said they were refusing to pay but could they please post an update to Trustpilot. What happened next? Were you taken to Court? If so what did the Court decide? Or did they just stop chasing you?
Just thinking that the experiences of those that have already suffered at the hands of this obnoxious set up would help those just beginning the long sorry journey with them

8 March 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Received a letter from CST LAW…

Received a letter from CST LAW demanding money for a company they said they represented - Peoples Energy (Supply) Ltd which went bust in 2021!! Tried calling AND EMAILING but could not make contact. Left message on their ansafone but nobody called back.
Contacted British Gas who took over PE customers and they advised this was a complete scam. Ignore any letters you get from CST LAW,

7 March 2023
Unprompted review

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