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A licensed electrician to fix a dangerous fault at Jimena's home in Medellín

Jimena has a burst pipe behind the wall, and can't afford a licensed electrician to fix it; a few hours of professional help would make the home safe.

🇨🇴 050776, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia1,512 views
Jimena R. Tapia
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Medellín
In August an inspector told me that my home has a burst pipe behind the wall. It's a safety risk for me and my elderly mother. The landlord has refused to act, and quotes of $430 are beyond us. I'm looking for a licensed electrician who may be able to donate a few hours or do the repair at cost. I can cover the parts, which I estimate at $65. The job should take about six hours. I'll make sure someone is home and will provide refreshments. I can share the inspector's written report on request. If you're an electrician and can help, or know a program that assists with this sort of repair, I'd really appreciate it. You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
effort
4–6 hours
format
In person in Medellín
skills
licensed trade work
#trades#home-safety#pro-bono#housing

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People who offered to help

  • Pamela Davis 🇦🇺

    i live about 8 km from Medellín. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Can bring a friend.

  • Melanie Nichols 🇺🇸

    i live about 9 km from Medellín. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need

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  • Eugene C. Harper

    Shared it with a few friends. I'll check back for the next update.

    • Genesis K. Quincy

      I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. All the best

      • Rakesh L. Mittal

        Rooting for you, Jimena. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I went through something like this 3 years ago and strangers helped me out

        • Tanvi P. Tandon

          Hang in there, Jimena. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Don't give up.

          • Zoey W. Whitaker

            Thinking of you, Jimena. Shared this with my family. After 18 years in social work I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Greetings from Tallahassee

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