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Electrician needed urgently: Abril's home isn't safe

An electrician is needed to repair a septic backup at the home of a family of 5.

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Bronx, New York, United States278 views
Abril H. Ortiz
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Bronx
In December an inspector told me that my home has a septic backup. It's a safety risk for me and my newborn. The landlord has refused to act, and quotes of $2,900 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 $230. 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. I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
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  • Jameson P. HarrisonAddress verified

    Wishing you the best, Abril. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.

    • Shared it with a few friends. Put this on a community board in Caxias do Sul this morning.

      • Scarlett MejiaID verified

        Good luck. Looking forward to the next update. Thinking of Bronx.

        • Lauren DelgadoAddress verified

          You're not alone, Abril. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better.

          • Sending love. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. All the best.

            • Neha R. GandhiPhoto verified

              Good luck, Abril. Shared it with a few friends

              • Wishing you the best. Hope this works out for you. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. All the best.

                • You're not alone, Abril. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Thinking of Bronx.

                  • Hang in there, Abril. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Please keep us posted!

                    • sending good thoughts. This could happen to any of us. I'm in public service myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Greetings from Melbourne

                      • Janet Amani NakamyaAddress verified

                        Sending good thoughts, Abril. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Love from Chattogram.

                        • Good luck. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Thinking of Bronx.

                          • Hang in there, Abril. I hope things turn around soon. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Blessings.

                            • Rooting for you. Shared it with a few friends. I have a 16 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Take care.

                              • Thinking of you, Abril. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Love from Alcalรก de Henares.

                                • Take care, Abril. This could happen to any of us. Don't give up.

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