Got my delivery within 5 working days it was a fireplace. Zero communication from company so when you order do NOT expect any of your emails to be answered. So if something goes wrong with order your... See more
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At Home & Outdoor Direct, we bring you unbeatable deals on quality furniture and outdoor essentials. From stylish indoor furnishings to durable garden must-haves, we offer a wide range of clearance items at exceptional value. Based in the UK, we’re your trusted destination for affordable home and outdoor living — direct to your door.
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What a complete disaster
What a complete disaster for me having ordered from HAO.
As my order had not arrived, I had to chase the courier to find out where the order was and found out that they had delivered the item to the wrong house in the wrong town.
The courier did recover the item and eventually delivered it to me but when I opened the package part of the garden screening was dented and in other areas, some of the screening slats were clearly broken. I sent photos of the damage to HAO and asked for either a full refund or a replacement on more than one occasion.
During the time of chasing delivery of the item, on one occasion HAO asked me to check next door to see if it had arrived there even though it had been delivered to the wrong address in the wrong town.
I tried to reach a resolution which was time consuming - many emails back and forth and waiting 24 hours each time for a response.
HAO did offer initially a £20 partial refund to keep the faulty item but eventually offered a replacement if I returned the item. Really? I was so fed up with the poor communication, I opted for a £40 refund. HAO will naturally have their version of events that may suit them but my version is correct.
I would definitely not use them again. I suppose if the order arrives undamaged, happy days. But if there is an issue, don't expect a positive experience with their customer service.It was a bad experience for me and I found the communication to be extremely poor.

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Brought an item a month ago
Brought an item a month ago, it wasn’t cheap! Never received it and haodirect has never responded to my emails. Evri have contacted me to inform me that the item was damaged in transit and that is why I have not received it, emailed haodirect again and they have still not responded to me. Going to have to raise the issue with trading standards as it’s been 28 days with not response! I do not recommend purchasing from this company.

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Great service and product
First off great price, have brought similar units for much higher. Secondly arrived in two days, much quicker than i anticipated. The heater itself is really good quality and was doubled packaged so arrived with no issues.
Another big point for me was the customer service, this was exceptional. Actually having an email conversation with a human being who understood my issue and went way and above of what i expected.
Honestly would highly recommend to everyone.

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Made well giving accurate measurements
Made well giving accurate measurements. Only needed legs assembling on arrival but Alan key provided and full instructions. Very pleased with a quick delivery as well.

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Excellent service definitely would recommend
Excellent service and communication, product as described, arrived when expected and such a good price.

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Good Product & Helpful, Friendly Staff
The product is good and all your staff I comtacted were very helpful. Only problem was I waited in all day for the delivery to arrive on the given day and it arrived the following day. However, the delivery was free.

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Quick delivery poor item .
Give a 3 star delivery quick ,
gate is every poor light weight chinese material had to build up with wood at the back to give it weight so doesn't get blown away it weights about 5kg to 10 kg what isn't good for a gate .

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returns
you do not want returns and you do not want the hassle of a return.

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Faulty product, missing parts but my problem....
Order number DUX052182328 as you won't be able to find someone called yougotasmellywhat....Jokers
Bought a garden swing chair through Debenhams market place.
The product looked as though it had been sent out and returned to several people before it came to me.
Was not machined correctly so could not be assembled and had a leg missing.
H&O requested an image of the missing part ....... And a video showing the product could not be put together. They have said they have not been able to view it. It's had nearly 500 views on YouTube.....
Clearly wants to make life as difficult as possible for customers as they do not want to refund for faulty products.
In my opinion this company is a con so stay well clear. I am more than happy to go through small claims court if I need to. Which will incur legal costs. Plus I enjoy a day out at court, 'Your Honour!'
Avoid this firm at all costs!

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Great service quick delivery good…
Great service quick delivery good quality product

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Absolutely beautiful lights
Absolutely beautiful lights. Saw them on other website first then searched and found Haodirect. Delivery was free with discount on item for being first time customer and the parcel arrived quickly. The light was packaged very well and looks so nice I ordered a second one. Not sure who the courier was but he delivered them both to my neighbour because I wasn’t home. Fantastic service.

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Cheap and cheerful garden gate
Cheap and cheerful garden gate
The information sent after ordering was brief and not obvious how to track the delivery. I contacted customer services after a few days and was given the tracking information and told that my package had not been collected from the warehouse by the carrier, which would be contacted to collect and deliver asap. The package arrived very quickly afterwards. I suspect that the carrier already had the pckage but that there was just some confusion in the system.
The item was well packaged and delivered to my door without any issues.
The item, a garden gate was cheap and construction was, lets say, economical with the wood, but having said that, was well constructed with glue and screws and with attention to appearance with small knots teated. Three hinges were included together with gate bolt and all screws. Paper information as well. Quite impressive for such a cheap item. I am going to give 2 coats of wood preservative and paint. It might look quite good

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Easy to order
Easy to order, updated all the way from order to delivery. Delivery driver put package right into the hall for me. Chair was easy to build, even by 1 person and well worth the money. Very sturdy. Would recommend.

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Quick delivery and arrived in one…
Quick delivery and arrived in one piece.
I had never heard of this company before so was a bit dubious if it would be a mistake, but to my surprise, the price was good, the delivery was on time and the product so far is working well.

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Great metal gate for my garden
Great metal gate for my garden. Easy ordered and speedy delivery 5⭐️

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