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

Looking for a licensed electrician in Nairobi to donate time or work at cost.

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James Kiprop Mollel
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Nairobi
In March an inspector told me that my home has dangerous exposed wiring in two rooms. It's a safety risk for me and my two small children. The landlord has refused to act, and quotes of $185 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 $15. 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. Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
effort
4–6 hours
format
In person in Nairobi
skills
licensed trade work
#trades#home-safety#pro-bono#housing

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People who offered to help

  • Asher F. Diaz 🇺🇸 Accepted

    I live about 20 km from Nairobi. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need! Can bring a friend.

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  • Weston E. Mendez🇬🇧Verified helper
    Went above and beyond

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Janet Achieng Macharia🇰🇪Verified helper
    Exactly what I needed

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Kamrul Imran Majumder🇮🇳Verified helper
    Delivered on promises

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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  • Douglas N. Silva

    hope you get there. Put this on a community board in Ciudad de México this morning. Thinking of Nairobi.

    • Rocío R. Ochoa

      Sending love. Hope this works out for you. My husband and I read this together. Greetings from Kilkenny

      • Siva S. Pillai

        Keep going. Shared it with a few friends. Don't give up. Blessings.

        • Alyona Diana Bogdanov

          Praying for you, James. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Blessings.

          • Luis Campos

            A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Thinking of Nairobi

            • Rylee T. Tucker

              wishing you the best. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. I'm in hospitality myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.

              • Volodymyr Pavel Orlov

                Sending strength, James. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Love from Nashik.

                • Qasim Mustafa Shaker

                  sending strength. I hope things turn around soon. My sister had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.

                  • Hauwa Folake WilliamsAddress verified

                    Thinking of you and your family, James. Looking forward to the next update. Blessings.

                    • Delilah C. Keller

                      Shared it with a few friends. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Thinking of Nairobi

                      • Adrian T. Smith

                        Hope it all works out, James. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Blessings.

                        • Tyler M. Woods

                          Praying for you, James. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Put this on a community board in Utrecht this morning. Thinking of Nairobi.

                          • Georgiana Elena UngureanuVerified organization

                            I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Wish I lived closer to Campinas so I could bring a meal.

                            • Ritu T. Singh

                              Hang in there, James. It takes guts to ask. Well done!

                              • Helene Ludwig

                                Keep going, James. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Thinking of Nairobi.

                                • Ghada Fatima Mostafa

                                  this could happen to any of us. Greetings from Ikeja.

                                  • Siddharth J. Desai

                                    your post was clear and honest. I hope June is when things finally get easier.

                                    • Mahesh W. Yadav

                                      Sending good thoughts, James. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Greetings from Kitakyushu

                                      • Mick T. MullanID verified

                                        Keep going. Your post was clear and honest. I hope June is when things finally get easier.

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