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Bark is an online marketplace that connects customers with local and online professionals.
We take the hassle out of finding the right professional for any job. Whether you’re looking for a cleaner in Nottingham, a web design in Boston or a personal trainer in Auckland - with over 2000 professional services in 8 countries, you’re bound to find the perfect professional for your project on Bark. Simply tell us what you need and will send you a list of professionals - for free!
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Bark Reviews Summary
Bark has a rating of 2.2 stars from 1,644 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers dissatisfied with Bark most frequently mention customer service, phone number and potential clients. Bark ranks 9th among Service Marketplace sites.
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Driver called to say he was going to be late. There were 10 of us ready and waiting. When he arrived he could not have been more professional or friendly. He took pics for us, his driving was perfect. The limo was spotless. He dropped us at the restaurant and was outside the door when we walked out. Going through the Gift of Lights, he drove the perfect speed. We had two children, 16 months and 7 years, who jabbered and ooooooed the entire length of the GoL. He kept the temp comfortable, kept water, soda and champagne chilled and accessible. He even had water at room temp in case someone did not want it cold. Everyone enjoyed the experience. It was a first limo experience for a few, and it did not disappoint. Thank you, AJ! I highly recommend and would use again!
On time, good work, left work area tidy. So good returning to do other work on another day. Very professional.
Hi there Ken,
Thank you for your review,
We're very glad to hear that we could help.
Kind regards,
The Bark Team
Excellent work by Joe Hixon of J A Hixon Tree Services of Liphook. He came to give a quote and then came back a few days later on the day promised and carried out the work to my satisfaction
Hi there Gill,
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The Bark Team
Highly recommended bark. Great company and do not let you down found people very quickly and extremely professional. Suggest you go on there site. Find on Google you won't be disappointed
Hi there Val,
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The Bark Team
Do not get involved with bark to try to get clients. They immediately put you into auto pay and charge you way more than you agreed to I had no idea when I signed up there was no clear indication that I would be in some kind of continual auto pay for every lead I looked at now I'm fighting them on charges I did not agree to
Hi there Angela,
We're sorry to hear that you feel this way, but we refute the claims that you have made against our business.
We tried to reach out to you directly however we received no response.
All professionals can choose whether or not they wish to partake in Auto Top Up, and you can control this feature from the Credits page of your account.
If you would like to understand more about our platform and receive support, please email us directly at [email protected].
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The Bark Team
Mr Donnelly and his guys were efficient, polite and done a great job. Would highly recommend, came out at night to assist and went above and beyond to assist. Many thanks Guys
Hi there Amanda,
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The Bark Team
I was linked up with tvi who were fantastic from beginning to end, Deb was friendly and knowledgable who arranged the install, the lads who did the job were brilliant and clearly knew what they were doing, saved my bacon as I had ordered the wrong bracket! Fast, efficient and all at a great price, I can't recommend this company enough
Hi there Jo-Anne,
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The Bark Team
The van man I found on bark, Zaff of courier crown ltd was brilliant, but he contacted me directly. Zaff was one of the friendliest, most helpful people I have met he was an ace van man.
The bark website had lots on there and I found the search results a bit overwhelming in the way they were presented, also it wasn't clear how to get in touch with the tradesperson directly, so once the search was done I didn't know the next step but like I said he phoned me and we negotiated, so it all worked out. Thanks for putting us in touch bark
Hi there Jan,
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The Bark Team
A good service to consider if you don't know people for the job you want to be done. You can review other users comments and simple ask them to quote you. Simple.
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The Bark Team
Made my moms day. She had some very high quotes to have the same job done. Jeff was quick, provided a very reasonable quote and offered to do the job then and there. A huge weight off our shoulders. We are so pleased with the job done! Thank you!
I've already recommended bark to people I know. Amazing website. I will be using it in the future.
Hi there Sheilah,
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The Bark Team
I had 3 companies contact me quickly. I spoke to two of them and they explained their services and what they could do for me within my budget. I went with Air Whistle because David explained to me what I needed to do and explained things thoroughly. Thanks to everyone who contacted me.
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The Bark Team
Wanted gutter cleaning and tree stump removal - the first was very prompt and decent lads who did the job at a good price and efficiency- didn't care for the stump removal chap as he had no business card or credentials and got job done elsewhere
Hi there Paul,
Thanks for your review,
It's great to hear that we could help you with your search, and hope that you found the right professional for the job in the end.
Kind regards,
The Bark Team
Jamie and his workmate did a good job cleaning our solar panels well impressed Many thanks hope to use you for other jobs Ann
Hi there Ann,
Thanks for your review,
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The Bark Team
I am a personal trainer. And I tried Bark Just as I have tried Bidvine, only to find out that both are scam. Not one of the leads are leads really needing personal training
Hi there Randy,
We're sorry to hear that you feel this way, but we refute the claims that you have made against our business.
We tried to reach out to you directly however we received no response.
If you would like to understand more about our platform and receive support, please email us directly at [email protected].
Kind regards,
The Bark Team
D. Mac's team were brilliant and did an outstanding job. They left everything clean and tidy when they had finished and we would not hesitate to use their service again. Thank you so much.
Hi there Carole,
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The Bark Team
Very helpful, professional turn around for repair speedy and not expensive highly recommended...
Hi there Michelle,
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The Bark Team
I found Samar Manhotra through Bark and I'm beyond happy with his service. He is kind and professional and takes care of everything. I feel so blessed to have him and his Team as my partners.
Hi there Iris,
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The Bark Team
Two really nice guys. Did a good job. Turned up on time. Did ecactly what I asked and took away all the branches leaves etc.
Hi there Lynn,
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The Bark Team
Company violated their terms of agreement and shared my personal info with numerous third party members. Within minutes of signing up on the website, my phone was immediately blown up with numerous texts, calls, voicemails and emails from coaches that I did not inquire about, I did not request quotes from (per their agreement, they do not share information with coaches unless you get a quote - LIE), I did not even ask for information from. I contacted customer service multiple times - no response.
In fact, they have the audacity in some of their emails to mention that coaches have to pay to reach out to me. They are CHARGING their third party members and making a PROFIT out of illegally sharing my information.
They should literally be shut down.
Avoid this company at literally all costs. There are better, cheaper, safer, easier ways to find resources. This process only heightens any issues you may be facing.
Hi there Sarah,
We're sorry to hear that there may have been some confusion about how our platform works.
To clarify our role, we are a lead generation platform that professionals pay for in order to connect them with more customers. We sent you an email letting you know that professionals pay to respond to you when you created your account with us.
When you came to our website and input your contact details, we shared your details with select individuals who could offer their services to you based on them matching the criteria you requested. You would also have been notified of this via email. We only share those details with up to 5 professionals to stop customers being overwhelmed.
If you have not contacted us already on this matter, and would like to have your account deleted, please let us know at [email protected].
Kind regards,
The Bark Team
Responded promptly to request - no problem with fitting tight timescale - very efficient and professional service
Hi there Yvette,
Thanks for your review,
It's great to hear that we could help connect you with this company.
Kind regards,
The Bark Team
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Hi there Denise,
Thank you for your review,
We're very glad to hear that we could help connect you with this professional.
Kind regards,
The Bark Team