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A licensed HVAC technician to fix a dangerous fault at Charlotte's home in Oakland

Charlotte has faulty wiring that trips the power and smells of burning, and can't afford a licensed HVAC technician to fix it; a few hours of professional help would make the home safe.

🇺🇸 Oakland, California, United States890 views
Charlotte B. Mitchell
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Oakland
In March an inspector told me that my home has faulty wiring that trips the power and smells of burning. It's a safety risk for me and my elderly mother. The landlord has refused to act, and quotes of $2,550 are beyond us. I'm looking for a licensed HVAC technician who may be able to donate a few hours or do the repair at cost. I can cover the parts, which I estimate at $115. The job should take about three 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 a HVAC technician and can help, or know a program that assists with this sort of repair, I'd really appreciate it. I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
effort
4–6 hours
format
In person in Oakland
skills
licensed trade work
#trades#home-safety#pro-bono#housing

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    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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  • Lucy Nancy Byaruhanga

    Good luck. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I went through something like this 3 years ago and strangers helped me out. Take care.

    • Kimberly Gomez

      Take care, Charlotte. Looking forward to the next update. Take care!

      • Rohan H. Kapoor

        I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. I'm in teaching myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Greetings from Surrey.

        • Kartika Intan Maulana

          Shared this with my family. Wish I lived closer to Tijuana so I could bring a meal. Love from Dasmariñas

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