Kennington Tradesfolk

Tradesfolk & Services

The following trades and service people have been recommended by neighbours in Kennington, south London. Let us know about plumbers, handymen, window cleaners, gardeners, etc that you would like to recommend and why.
Please e-mail: KenningtonTrades@aol.com

ACCOUNTANTS

Javed Khokhar
javedikhokhar@yahoo.co.uk
"I live in Kennington and worked for fourteen years in a mid-sized literary agency with Javed Khokhar who was the in-house accountant. He lives in South London, is a lovley man, honest as the day is long and pays great attention to detail."

Steward & Co
Chartered Accountants
151 Borough High Street
London SE1 1HR
020 7403 1505
richard.steward@stewardandco.com
http://www.stewardandco.com/
“They are helping me to keep Tai Chi UK in top shape.”

Clement Ebinum
020 8855 0041
07956 264528
F: +44 20 8333 7693
clement@cisah.com
http://www.cisah.com/
"I use a wonderful accountant in Plumstead. He is great and helpful."

BABYSITTING

Bella
020 8674 1822
0784 781 309
"Bella is known to 2-3 people in the area and would be happy to do either ironing or baby sitting and can easily provide references."

Kiki
07970 939397
"Experienced nanny (who has worked with children of all ages from birth to 11 years) available from 23 August 2007 for two days a week (Thursday and Friday). Also available for babysitting throughout the week/weekend. Hours to suit. Lives locally. References available."

Aneta Krsteva
07738 985261
"She is a highly experienced and trustworthy person with seven years experience of living in with a family with three children. She is now seeking cleaning/babysitting work and lives locally and comes with recommendations."

BENEFITS ADVICE

Shaun Williams
Effra Day Centre
65 Effra Road
London SW2 1BZ
020 7926 2327
Shaun.Williams@slam.nhs.uk
www.vocationmatters.org.uk
Vocational information point dealing with areas such as employment and training, education, volunteering and benefits information. Offers an informal face to face appointment to discuss needs in a friendly environment.
Target Group: Mental health service users interested in returning to work, gaining extra qualifications or enhancing their benefits situation.
Area Served: Lambeth.
Phone to arrange an appointment - leave message when answer machine is on. Also see website for range of information
Part of South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust.
Set up by service user, involving service user volunteers.
Tube: Brixton
Buses: any to Brixton

BUILDING, PAINTING, DECORATING SERVICES

Bob Latter
020 8462 5509
Painter and decorator.
"Has worked in the Kennington area for many years and often used by The Walcot Estate."

Ajet Krasniqi
07776 138 572
"I thought good, skilled tradesmen went out of fashion years ago but I was wrong. Recently we redecorated our five storey listed building including communal stairways and a number of other remedial works and the result was of the highest quality possible, a far cry from the standards provided by previous contractors. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone for his skill and attention to details in doing his job."

John Fontaine
07963 376278
"Lives in Kennington and does excellent painting and decorating"

Joel Gonsalves
joel_gonsalves@hotmail.com
"I can certainly recommend a very capable young man. I have found him to be very thorough and equally important – reliable!"

Declan
07782 644966
"I used a really nice chap called Declan to do my front door but he does all sorts of decoration. 07782 644 966. say i gave you number, Pauline Carroll"

Elite Decoration & Construction
07961 412245
"A small Turkish family business based in Kennington, have done work for loads of neighbours and friends. Very reasonable rates and very nice guys."

H Morrell & Sons
173-175 Kennington Lane
"We have found them friendly and helpful. We have used them for plumbing, roofing and (I think) external painting."

Steve Monk
07966 421201
"He's done lots of good work for us."

Mr Shaban
077233 02133

Gabriel Cozma
07771 767478
"I can recommend a builder I have used for the last 5 years both at work in Harley Street and at home."

Marcin
07792 876078
"(yes polish) just say you got his number from John Roberts, get him to look at the space and then give you a quote ask what it includes as generally just includes workmen and not paint ect. He did my down stairs toilet including tiling for Ł300 and took him a whole weekend. He's very good and honest but can't write English so quotes are a bit of a problem."

CABINET MAKER

Gaird
07712 881449
"An excellent one for this ... say that Mario, Kennington Lane gave you the contact number."

Barnaby Stone
07768 395203
info@barnabystone.co.uk
http://www.barnabystone.co.uk/
"Barnaby is great craftsman, very charming, reasonably-priced and lives in east Dulwich."

CARPENTRY, JOINERY

Mervin
07940 736452
"A highly recommended carpenter that is experienced in doing fitted kitchens/bathrooms, built-in wardrobes, shelves, floorings, furniture making and many other skillful things in and around the home, is seeking extra work, as he currently has some free time on his hands for a few months. Within a number of years, he has transformed my property from a run-down place to a modern urban flat, also for a very reasonable price. Subsequently I have recommended him to others and they too are impressed."

Mark Tremain
t/a Wooden You
020 7587 0602
mark_tremain@yahoo.co.uk
www.woodenyou.co.uk
"An excellent carpenter based in Stockwell. He also does wood sculpture and carving, but has done a mundane kitchen job for me very well."

Peter Case
07816 284031
"Very capable and well equipped young carpenter (– actually unemployed actor from NY) married to European so living here. He has fitted a kitchen, put up shelves, sanded floors and repaired dodgy doors and gate. Can also do small electrical jobs. Price negotiable but basically Ł12 per hour - Ł80 per day. Warmly recommended"

CARPET CLEANERS

Eden Worldwide Ltd
Eduardo Castillo
Director
07789 516759
edencsl@yahoo.com
27 Stephenson House
Bath Terrace SE1 6PP

ServiceMaster
http://www.servicemaster.co.uk/
"A national firm ... that I have used in the past, although not for some time, but they were very good and have recently been recommended to me again by some carpet suppliers. I suspect that they are not the cheapest, though"

Hayes-Scott Cleaning Services
0800 028 4553
"Friendly family run business and offer very effective carpet cleaning using a powerful van-mounted machine. They even got black bike oil out of our carpets!"

CARPET FITTERS / SUPPLIERS

M&M
020 7740 1402
"Will bring a sample of carpet to your house - easier than going to a shop - and do a good job of fitting it - our stairs are so uneven most carpet fitters would probably not take on the job."

CATERERS

Lisa McKechnie
01702 331268
lisamckecknie25@hotmail.com
"A super caterer I used for my recent birthday party for 50 people. (25 is her minimum) People are still thanking me for the excellent meal. And she's a lovely person to work with. Formerly at St Johns Waterloo but now lives at Westcliffe on Sea. Her mother & sister live locally. She did the catering when Princess Alexandra opened St Andrews, Short St & has been used by the Waterloo Eye for their events."

Karen Liddell-Grainger
020 7565 0185
07860 400569

CAT/DOG FLAPS

Michael Watson
020 8942 9338
07850 610886
michael@catflapman.co.uk
http://www.catflapman.co.uk/

CHILDCARE

Kiki
07970 939397
"Experienced nanny (who has worked with children of all ages from birth to 11 years) available from 23 August 2007 for two days a week (Thursday and Friday). Also available for babysitting throughout the week/weekend. Hours to suit. Lives locally. References available."

Deborah Stephenson
07984 598045
"Aged 39, local, reliable, honest and hard working, 10 years experience of childcare with children age 0-11. References available. Available for full time/part time and nanny share + babysitting."
"Lives locally and has a lovely 12 year old daughter. Debbie looked after my 8 month son Dallas for a few days this summer and was great. She knows the Kennington and Vauxhall area really well, and loves taking babies out to the park and One O'clock clubs. She has great checkable references. She is looking for a nanny (live out) position, preferably locally-based."

Carol
020 7735 4108
07920520211
"Very experienced and reliable local childminder with references, available for babysitting evenings and weekends."

Clara
"She has cleaned for me, and looked after my granddaughter for over five years. She is a young woman from Equador, speaks good English, has a lovely disposition, and is totally honest and reliable. She is looking for work five days a week from 8am to 2pm. If you're interested, please contact me, Jill Geser on 020 7735 3558"

CHIMNEY SWEEPS

A1 Chimney Sweeps
8777 4674/07860 263 874
"I've just had my chimneys swept (Ł40 per chimney) by a firm that has done them before. I've found them very satisfactory. "Mick the Sweep" as he calls himself, is a nice guy and is enthusiastic about his trade. He is a proud member of the National Association of Chimney Sweeps and follows their code of practice."

CLEANER

Clara
"She has cleaned for me, and looked after my granddaughter for over five years. She is a young woman from Equador, speaks good English, has a lovely disposition, and is totally honest and reliable. She is looking for work five days a week from 8am to 2pm. If you're interested, please contact me, Jill Geser on 020 7735 3558"
"Thanks Jill, Clara is really fabulous!"
"One of Clara's clients has moved from the area, so she now has more time to take on more work. Feel free to contact Clara direct on 07853 298862. Highly recommended by Cathy"

Aneta Krsteva
07738 985261
"She is a highly experienced and trustworthy person with seven years experience of living in with a family with three children. She is now seeking cleaning/babysitting work and lives locally and comes with recommendations."

Sylvia
07940 7408044
"I have a cleaner who has been helping me for about a year now. She is Portuguese and lives in Clapham and I know that she is keen to find more work. I would be happy to give her a very good reference."

Pina
020 7207 2096
"I have had a great cleaner called Pina for 8 years now."

Daniela Daneva
07810 206892
"I highly recommend Daniela Daneva, who has been with us for years and lives locally. She’s hard working, thoroughly trustworthy and discreet."
"Daniela Daneva lives locally and is looking for cleaning/babysitting work. She has worked for my family for over five years, lives locally and comes highly recommended."
"She’s wonderful, reliable and thorough"

Sula and Miro
07765 620508
"Our cleaners are absolutely fantastic - and come highly recommended - it's like having a housekeeper! They are a Brazilian couple - and sometimes they both come (and do half the hours) and sometimes just Miro comes."

Sandra
020 7735 5836
"She cleans for me and is reliable, punctual and very good - plus is a great babysitter too."

Daniela (Dani)
07756 978006
"I have a very good cleaner who I believe is looking for more work - we live just off the Walworth Road, so I think she would be more than happy to work in Kennington. The number normally goes through to her husband Ricardo. Dani is Brazillian, and she is slowly getting to grips with English - it is therefore normally best to talk to Ricardo first or text! She's very friendly and is highly trustworthy - we have to give her a set of keys as we are out at work all day."

Ramona
078 4344 2592
"She has worked for us for a year now, and has proved to be very hard working and responsible."

Sharon
07958 112 877
"I have a mum who is looking for cleaning work between 10 and 3 now her son is in nursery."

Hayot
020 7820 7721

COMPUTER TECH SUPPORT

Frank Bornemann
020 7735 9830
"Familiar with AOL, which many other support people aren't - and excellent."

DRYCLEANERS

Oval Express Cleaners
30 Clapham Road, SW9 0JQ
020 7735 6154
"I usually use Ascot Cleaners but they don't do rugs. Last couple of times I've paid Ł60 to have a much smaller rug cleaned elsewhere so was dreading the cost for this bigger one, so took it into Oval Express and it only cost Ł45!! Amazing. Very friendly chap and quick service too."

"We have found the recently opened Dry Cleaner on the Bishop's Terrace corner of Wincott Parade very friendly."

Ascot Drycleaners
16 Dryden Court
Renfrew Road
SE11 4NH
020 7735 2228
"Lovely chap, very reasonable rates. Does the household laundry for St James's and Buckingham Palaces!"

ELECTRICAL

Steven Lawrence
020 7633 9223
"Fully qualified, trustworthy and reliable - Steven turned up when he said he was going to and sorted out the faulty circuit in our kitchen."
"Excellent"

Patrick Blake
07908 802253 or 07950 382154
"Lewisham-based, local college lecturer. Came out on the same day and fixed our lighting problem straightaway. Affordable and friendly."

Joe
JJ Electricals
07732 839412
"Very pleasant and reliable person who does good work when he says he will!"

FACE PAINTING

Colette Ozanne
07951190198
coletteozanne@gmail.com
"Creative - the kids loved the animals she drew on their faces, reasonably priced and reliable. I would thoroughly recommend Colette. I believe she is also police checked for working with kids."

FURNITURE RESTORATION

Richard Knowles
Flat G. 5 Villa Road, London SW9 7ND
07968 652 908
“Richard repaired our table with craftsmanship and creativity. He was prompt for appointments, completed the job on time, and worked to specifications and the final invoice. Highly recommended.”

Colm Harris
40 Wilcox Road
SW8 2UX
020 7738 8071
"I’ve always been pleased with the result."
"A superb furniture chap. He's well known in the area and viewed highly by people who have used him - and I found him very straightforward and honest."
"He repaired a Georgian card table beautifully and was very reasonable."
"A nice man and a good craftsman, he does repairs and restoration."
"He is good and very friendly."
"We have had an old oak highchair and an oak sideboard repaired to our satisfaction there. It's worth a visit to him."

Turners (Furniture Restorers)
2A Iliffe Yard - Off Crampton Street, SE17.
020 7703 5154.
"They are two brothers, Jim and Joe, who have been restoring furniture for such as the Inns of Court for more than 40 years."

GARDENING / GARDEN DESIGN

Bernard Schofield, and his partner Rie.
0207 978 8463
bernard.schofield@hotmail.co.uk
"They do my garden together once a month and very excellently, too. They are very fast workers and do a great job. I've lost count, but they've been doing my garden for around 2 years. Bernard lives near Myatt's Fields Park, in Burton Road, SE5."

Mustapha
(formerly of Roots & Shoots)
07957-104086
“Very good, reliable and reasonably priced.”

Gwyn Jones
2 Pendle Road
SW16 6RW
07831 808 976
“Has looked after two small gardens for me for more years than I care to remember!”

Jason
07972 335148
"I have just got this guy called Jason to do all of mine. He has just he done the whole of my garden in a day its lovely. He works for Trees for London (although I think this is coming to an end and he is looking for work). He knows a great deal about gardens, and flowers. He has a CV and reference. (although I don’t know if he was qualified - he mentioned an nvq but I was more interested in him having ideas about what could be done with the garden, I met him through a neighbour of mine and seemed reliable and is very hard working and friendly. He even got me some free mulch for the garden!!!! left over from his work."

Jo Green
07813 813329
"She cycles over from Lordship Lane to do gardening in Stockwell and Kennington. Very willing and strong young mum with children in primary school so hours accordingly. Ł10 per hour. Warmly recommended"

Plews Garden Design
020 8289 8086
http://www.plewsgardendesign.co.uk/
"Very reasonable rates, care about the plants (e.g. won't prune if it is too cold). They do our communal patio twice a year."
"I planted a wisteria twenty years ago and it never did flower but then Plews pruned it and this year, for the first time ever, it's in bloom! Gorgeous!"

HAIRDRESSER

Tina Hall
07772 063628
“I want to highly recommend, a mobile hairdresser, who did my hair and a couple of friends’ hair. We are all very pleased with the results and will definitely be using her services again.”

HANDYMAN

Terry
07932 590020
Used by Fisher Meredith Solicitors

Levi Roberts
07971 292321

Gregor
07746 187297
"Polish/hardworking... pls say I recommended him, Catey"

Barry
07890 934090
020 7501 8612
"He's reliable + seeking work. Mature, reliable man available for odd jobs and work in the home."
"I am experienced in painting and decorating, gardening, fetching/carrying, dog walking. Flexible hours, references supplied."

Richard Spurdens
07930 559 426
"Looks after Hurley Clinic and many local people. Intelligent, practical and reasonable."

Tony
07970 957115
"Very pleasant and reliable person who does good work when he says he will!"

IRONING

Bella
020 8674 1822
0784 781 309
"Bella is known to 2-3 people in the area and would be happy to do either ironing or baby sitting and can easily provide references."

Daniela Daneva
07810 206 892
"She lives locally and comes highly recommended"

JEWELLERY REPAIRS

Rubén Muńoz
Orozco Taller & Joyeria
020 7708 2516, 07903 487962 or 07730 528119 but better to visit
16A Elephant & Castle, SE1 6TH
rubenmuńoz@hotmail.com
“Good and reasonable for restringing necklaces, etc. – a rare find. A friendly Colombian jeweller, he repairs, designs, makes and values. Not happy on phone in English, so visit him on 1st floor over Medellin clothes shop, next door but one to the start of Newington Butts. Mention Veronica.”

LOCKSMITH

London Locksmiths Ltd
24 hrs emergency locksmith service
020 7978 2233
www.londonlocksmiths.com

"They're based in Nine Elms, so are nearer than most large companies - which is important if you have to call them out at night in an emergency! They charged considerably less than other companies I contacted; were far more pleasant (nice cheery chaps), turned up exactly on time, and were quick and efficient."

MASSAGE THERAPIST

Glenn Sontag
Blue Eye Professional Massage Therapy
14 Bluegate Mews
228 Cable Street
London
E1 0DR
Tel 020 7423 9506
www.blue-eye.co.uk
"With impressive credentials (listed as one of the top specialist massage therapists in London - Time Out magazine, 2006), Glenn Sontag of Blue Eye Professional Massage Therapy offers a range of styles; Swedish / relaxing, advanced sports / deep tissue, Thai yoga and seated acupressure (ideal for corporate events / parties). Out-calls and gift vouchers are also available. Excellent transport connections and secure off-road parking (outside the congestion zone). Just say John Roberts recommended him."

fedor@reinski.wanadoo.co.uk
020 7735 7427

PAINTERS / DECORATORS

Bob Latter
020 8462 5509
"Has worked in the Kennington area for many years and often used by The Walcot Estate."

PC REPAIRS/ UPGRADES/ SALES

Frank Bornemann
020 7735 9830
"Familiar with AOL, which many other support people aren't - and excellent."

PHOTOGRAPHY

Gareth Davies
07774 899 744
www.gdaviesphoto.com
"I cannot recommend his work highly enough. I know for a fact he photographs a lot of very famous people so to have our son’s picture done by him was fantastic, and he doesn’t charge a fortune ! I can only vouch for his portraiture, however I understand he does celebrity weddings for OK magazine so he must be pretty good. I know of several other friends who have had work done by him and were delighted."

PIANO TEACHER

Julia Collura
07948 872679
juliacollura@earthlink.net
I am classically trained, (BM and MA in Music) and am currently accepting new students, providing lessons in my studio or in the student's home.
"I can thoroughly recommend Julia Collura whose lives in Stockwell and comes to your home."
”Julia is a seasoned and talented piano teacher who engages well with my daughter. Julia is a native New Yorker who brings enthusiasm, friendliness and professionalism to her role. We highly recommend her.”

Mikail Kazakevich
Misha
mkzkvch@aol.com
020 8761 5600
0789 0280748 Elena
15 Coney Acre, SE21 8LL

PLUMBING / GAS HEATING

Gary
DJK
Tel. 020 8830 1579
"He is excellent, however the woman who runs the company (Diane) is brusque and sadly they are not especially cheap. However it might be worth giving him a call. not specialists for underfloor systems)

David Sylvester
07984454096

Rob Peck
020 7207 7289
"Good Corgi registered plumber / heating expert. He's installed a boiler for us and done several plumbing jobs."

Paul
Blue Plumbing
020 7401 3416
"They are local and reliable. Have done various jobs for us all of them good."

David Thompson
Abbeyville Plumbing
Clapham
Tel 020 7498 1690
"He was not cheap at Ł180 per day but was worth it."

The Victory Plumbers
Tony
07970713987
"Based in the Walworth Road Area. Not dirt cheap but nice guys and reliable."

Hazel Plumbers
07961 223957
"Good and reliable"

Richard
07956 383042

Rob Stevens
07836 794372
"Has done good work for us, friends and family in the past."

South Thames Gas
0207 326 5239
"They are good corgi registered. Ask For Donna. She may give you charity discount."

British Gas
"I pay for their annual insurance and they're great. I had three call outs last year, and I worked out I saved myself over Ł80. Also if there is any problem, they do sort it out."

Maintrack
020 8682 2244
"Found them to be very courteous,reasonably priced, reliable and effective."

Oliver Reballato
07748 986519
Corgi registered
"I have just used Oliver Reballato to deal with a gas emergency (don't ask), having got his details from Kennington Trades. He says he does a lot of local work, although he no longer lives in Kennington, and seems both reliable and efficient, plus he knows what he is doing. Will also do routine boiler servicing, which is a real find!"
"Just wanted to say that I found your website and from it contacted a Kennington plumber – Oliver Reballato – he was very good, nice bloke and fixed our boiler – thanks very much!"

Pimlico Plumbers
"We used them to replace our Central Heating system. They were by far our most expensive quote, but did an excellent job. We were impressed with the care which they took over pipe leads etc to meet our particular needs."

Peter Lawrence
07734 204 059

ROOFING SPECIALIST

J W Benardout
01622 758127 or 07860 473196
"They solved a long running problem in our building, after years of leaks that no one else could put right. Recommended by Oliver Rebellato, our plumber."

H Morrell & Sons
173-175 Kennington Lane
"Just wanted to let you know we used Morrells for some roofing work recently on our house in Faunce Street and were very pleased."

UPHOLSTERERS

Bob
Barnett and Hart
020 7622 9347
07957 489019
"I highly recommend Bob of Barnett and Hart. Small company (Bob and one other) based in Battersea, have covered two chairs of mine. Did lovely perfect job at reasonable price (as far as I know), picked up and delivered on time, flexible, friendly etc."

A V Fowldes & Sons Ltd
http://www.avfowlds.co.uk/
enquiry@avfowlds.co.uk
Progress Works
3 Addington Square
Camberwell SE5 7JZ
Tel: 020 7703 2686
"These guys are great. Probably not the cheapest but you'll get excellent quality and service from them."

WHITE GOODS REPAIRS: COOKER / MICROWAVE / WASHING MACHINE / DISHWASHER

Alec Gabriel
Speedy Repairs
020 8692 7959
"Minimum callout charge. Will always try to repair first rather than sell you new equipment, came quickly and doesn't charge over the odds."

WINDOW CLEANER

Danny Ebbs
Pane in the Glass
(also PVC, Patio, Decking and Gutter cleaning)
020 7091 7427
07784 829645
paneintheglass@btinternet.com
"Very good"

Mark Stapes
07738 546266
"good, quick and very reasonable at Ł50 inside and out for the whole four storey house.", "He did all my windows, inside and out (5 stories) for Ł50 and I had no complaints."

Gus
07906792486
"Ecuadorean - very willing - totally honest. Try him."

Gustavo Sares
020 8671 7420
07888 681318
"very good & friendly"

Ron Walsh
Dirty Windows
0208 958 7808
"a wonderful window cleaner whom I have used for the past 12 years or so. He came to my house in Camden Town and then carried on cleaning my windows when I moved to Kennington 9 years ago. Ron comes to my house when I need him and also cleans my next door neighbours windows at the same time. This works well for us. You can call and book a time and get a quote from his wife Maxine. He is a lovely guy and a great window cleaner."

Jose Sanchez
020 7582 4504
07899 014759
"This lovely spanish gentleman used to work as a window cleaner in this area before moving back to Spain about a year ago to look after his mother after the death of his father. He has recently returned to London and is living in Clapham Road and trying to rebuilld his business. His rates are very reasonable and everyone feels entirely comfortable with him being in their house. He is so nice that you would be quite happy to leave your small children wiwth him - although this is not part of his service! Many satisfied customers around the area.", "very trustworthy and he has worked for other people in the area."

Dennis
Sparkles
07973 202814
"I've used him for six years. When I lived in St Mary's Gardens. And now when I live in a five storey Georgian house in Trinity Church Square SE1 - very similar to those along the KP Rd and Kennington Road."

Richard
07981 676655 or 07981 876655 (?)
"Does a number of houses here in West Square."

Louis
07775 752 034
"He cleans many windows in our block and I have always found him good, reliable and friendly. If he cannot take your call straight away, he is pretty good about calling back."

Dave
Grove Cleaners
020 7924 0280
"He is reliable and pleasant and not too expensive. You can leave a message and then he will ring back. Treat him nicely ... resident parking cards etc!"

Steve
07909 844388
"I have a just found a window cleaner after years of searching and really pleased with the results. He has only been once so far and I don't know much about him but he comes from an acquaintance whose windows he has cleaned for years."

Steve
07910 528995
"I give him Ł40, but he might charge you a bit more, as your windows are bigger."

WINDOWS - REPAIR / REPLACE

Terry
07932 590020
Used by Fisher Meredith Solicitors

Dennis Ambler
The Sash Window Company
W: 0800 214 984
H: 01622 873 348
"I found these people’s work very good."

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