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Help Francois with a HVAC technician's skills: a failed boiler with no heating

A HVAC technician is needed to repair a failed boiler with no heating at the home of a family of 5.

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Francois G. Adams
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Johannesburg
In August an inspector told me that my home has a failed boiler with no heating. It's a safety risk for me and my elderly mother. The landlord has refused to act, and quotes of $310 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 $55. 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. Glad we found this place.
effort
4–6 hours
format
In person in Johannesburg
skills
licensed trade work
#trades#home-safety#pro-bono#housing

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  • Anjali B. Saxena 🇮🇳 ID verifiedAccepted

    I live about 7 km from Johannesburg. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need Can bring a friend.

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  • Mauricio B. Pacheco

    Wishing you peace, Francois. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. All the best.

    • Brian Flynn

      shared this with my family. After 25 years in hospitality I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Thinking of Johannesburg.

      • Kristine N. Pineda

        so sorry you're going through this. It takes guts to ask. Well done. We're a small family in Joliet but we're thinking of you. Blessings.

        • Lawrence Kwasi Sarpong

          so sorry you're going through this, Francois. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Love from Angeles.

          • Lourdes S. ÁvilaPhoto verified

            Good luck, Francois. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. All the best

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