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Help Janet patch the roof before winter
The roof at Janet's home is failing; materials are donated and we need hands.
🇺🇸 New York, United States978 views
I'm a retired bus driver living in Brooklyn. During the last storm water started coming through the ceiling in 3 places, and the bathroom is no longer usable. A roofer quoted $4,250, which isn't something I can pay.
The good news: a local hardware store has donated the tiles and battens. What I don't have is people to do the work. I'm looking for a small crew who can help over one long weekend.
Experience helps, but it isn't essential - I'll have a licensed roofer supervising for safety. All you need is sturdy shoes, gloves and a willingness to work. I'll provide lunch, water and lots of thanks.
The work will be done on the ground and roof with proper harnesses. If you can only help for a few hours, that's welcome too.
If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.
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- one long weekend
- format
- In person in Brooklyn
- skills
- roofing, carpentry, general labor
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Sending love, Janet. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.