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Just a plug for Niko, who has done work for us for years. He's responsive, speedy, decent value and knowledgable. Always does a good job and is a thoroughly nice chap to deal with. Niko - 07818 607583

I'd highly recommend Giulio. He has been a friendly, motivating coach for my 9-year-old son who needed to get fitter after an illness. He keeps a close eye on progress from week to week and knows what to do to push his clients further and make them feel good about their progress.

He's been recommended several times on here before, and for good reason. Niko is an efficient, thoughtful plumber who gets the job done quickly at reasonable prices. We had a leaking overflow pipe and he immediately spotted what needed to be done, did it, and we have had no further problems. Would highly recommend. Tel. 07818 607583

For anyone looking for a painter/decorator for either internal or external work, we have just employed Perry from SDS Decorating Contractors to decorate the outside of a house in Brockley. His attention to detail is fantastic - he has totally transformed the stonework - and he is a pleasant, professional man to deal with. Perry's website is www.sdsdec.co.uk They also do plastering, tiling and carpentry. Can't recommend them highly enough. Charlotte

Hello I'm looking for someone to tutor my son, who will sit the Grammar School exam for schools in Gloucestershire next March. I think this exam differs from the Grammar School tests in South London/Kent - but we may well be in East Dulwich for the next few months so need to get going on tutoring now! Do let me know if you/anyone you know might be suitable. Many thanks Charlotte

Can anyone recommend a good reiki practitioner please? I would like to find one for my eight year old son who has been ill recently. Thank you!

We have a lovely long-haired black and white guinea pig who needs a new home. He is two years old and perfect for young children. Loves being handled. We also have a nice two-compartment hutch with food bowl, water bottle and a shelter that he likes to snuggle in, plus an enclosed run that you can put on the lawn to give him exercise. We are happy to give him away but wouldn't mind a small donation to go towards the Harry Potter books that my son wants to buy instead (!) Available to pick up not far from Bellenden Rd/Camberwell Grove. I am happy to send photos to anyone interested. Thanks

Any recommendations??Need someone to do a really thorough job to solve leaking to ceiling below! Many thanks in advance. Charlotte

A good plumber is exactly what I need but I can't see a number for him here? please can the original poster put his phone number on? Thanks

Thought I'd put the name of our wonderful carpenter/handyman out there. Although he's a skilled carpenter by trade, Phil will do most DIY jobs you can think of around the house. He also has contacts for plumbers, gas engineers and electricians for jobs that require more than one trade. You can contact Phil on 07830 932885 or 020 82654502. Charlotte

Over the past few months we have employed Paul Hester in our newly renovated house, as well as for a rental property, and we recommend him highly to anyone looking for a painter/decorator to do interior or exterior work. He's reliable, conscientious and does a great job at a very reasonable daily rate. Paul can be contacted on 07413 749666. Ian and Charlotte

Hi, I wonder if anybody knows of someone who can rewire, or do whatever is necessary to, the plugs on American lamps so that they will work in the UK? Many thanks in advance Charlotte

Hi there We are moving into the area shortly and are not sure if we are going to be able to get a state school reception place for our child. I wondered if anyone had recent experience of The Villa and could let me know anything they particularly like/don't like about it. Many thanks Charlotte