I needed some panel work done to get a roadworthy on my car - these guys were absolutely fantastic, gave me a great price and were really helpful and understanding.
The car looks great, much better than I expected given that I didn't care about matching the paint colours perfectly or anything like that, it was purely a functional thing. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing work done on their car.

Approximate cost: $500

Elsa works out of the Diamond Creek Vet - they do a lot of grooming for the dog rescue that I foster for, and all the dogs look wonderful and are very happy afterwards.

I recently had my little Poodle groomed and she looked immaculate. She had no cuts or grazes either, which is great since the last few times she's been groomed I have found little nicks on her.

I'm really not fussy about perfect grooms or anything, but I was really astounded at how neat and perfect Maggie looked. I can only imagine the work that went into it!

Approximate cost: $90

I had my first dental appointment this week in around 3 years - nobody really WANTS to go to the dentist, but it was a really pleasant experience. Despite the 2 fillings.. the staff were really friendly and when I had to call the next day and enquire about the account, which my insurer was querying, they were really helpful and reissued it for me.

The dentist I saw gave me a full understanding of the state of my teeth and what was a priority to do, and I walked out with a plan of things that I will get done over the next few months. I know exactly what I need, why, and there was absolutely no pressure to book everything in or have it done asap- they are really understanding about cost, etc.

The dentist was great at explaining what was going on and I'm really pleased with the results of that visit. My teeth are so much less sensitive already.

My last experiences visiting a dentist had been horrible, and also REALLY expensive. This was a totally different experience - I will be recommending this dentist to everyone!

I previously reviewed All Stairs Nail Salon and wasn't impressed with the manicure, but have since been back a number of times and have had great manicures. I may have been unlucky the first time, or had a new staff member or something, but it's only fair to give credit where credit is due, and All Stars is a great salon now!

I go back every fortnight to have my nails re-done and it's only $30!

Approximate cost: $30

The most abysmal customer service and communication. We arranged to have our carpet replaced, paid the deposit, then heard nothing at all. The person we spoke to went on leave, nobody else knew what was going on or whether our order had been placed, etc. I was consistently told that I would be called back with an update and heard nothing. I chased them up numerous times, each time being assured that they would call back with further information. No calls eventuated.

It was impossible to even get through to the head office to find out what was going on. The staff were completely incompetent, flat out lied about the status of our order or whether they had received an order at all. While the entire time they had our $1,600 deposit. This went on for weeks and was infuriating, to be treated with such disdain.

I eventually got the deposit back and have heard numerous horror stories about them since. I will never, ever go back to Carpet Court and have now ordered carpet from a wonderful business who have been brilliant.

Australian Mechanical Services (1800 Cool Fix) came out to see what was wrong with our ducted heating, which had stopped working. Unfortunately the entire heater had to be replaced along with the thermostat, but Mike arranged for this to happen a few days after he came out to our house.

There was a $220 call out fee which I was happy to pay, and the cost of the entire new heater was $3,200. All are working beautifully, just in time for winter.

Approximate cost: $3200

We called Jim's Plumbing on a Saturday when we ended up with sewerage all over our back courtyard. We are in Brunswick, and the plumber who helped us was Sven. Sven worked really hard for hours to try and unblock the sewer/drain for us, and it was revolting work - he found that the previous owners of our house had paved over an outlet which caused this huge problem.

It was an expensive rectification, but Sven organised everything to have it fixed for us. Obviously nobody is happy to have to call in a plumber, and I had no idea who to call, but I'm really glad we went with Jim's. He organised an excavator, crane to get it over our back fence, skip.. and they cleaned our yard up beautifully. The damage to the courtyard was minimal considering what they had to do, and I am so, so pleased to have this revolting problem fixed!

Highly, highly recommended. If you're in Sven's service area, he's great - very friendly and approachable, and worked really hard for us.

I had my brows threaded on a Friday after work, and just turned up without an appointment. The woman did a fantastic job and shaped them beautifully, and was really quick and efficient. I always find threading a bit weird since someone is standing over you with their face so close to yours! But the whole experience was as pleasant as eyebrow threading can be, and I will definitely be going back.

I can't remember exactly how much it was but I do remember that I was really surprised at how cheap it was.

I've had my eyebrows waxed a few times here, and the girls are really friendly and provide great service. It seems as though they are now trying to up-sell more than they used to, which really irks me. I hate it when people try and push products on me, particularly when I'm still in the chair and a captive audience!

They are often REALLY busy and I have been by a few times and been told that there is a 2.5 hour (!) wait - so it might be best to book if you're wanting your brows done after work!

I cannot recommend Les highly enough. SO cheap, efficient, friendly - I will definitely be recommending him to everyone I know who needs a removalist or someone to pick up and delivery anything.

I purchased a sofa and two armchairs from Vinnies in Brunswick late on Sunday afternoon and needed to have them delivered within 48 hours. I was given Les's number by the staff there as someone who delivers in the area. On Monday morning my phone call was returned, and I was able to have the couches delivered on Monday afternoon - and it cost $40!!!

The other alternatives I was looking at online were at least $100+ per hour, plus a travel fee. I was astounded at how cheap this was, and he was ready outside my house waiting with the furniture by the time I got there, so was early. He also helped me get them into the house.

If you need anything delivered in the Moreland area, give him a call. Or if you are moving.. etc. I cannot recommend him enough, I had to ask for a business card so I could write a review here.

Approximate cost: $35