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Help Marcelo patch the roof before the autumn rains
Marcelo, a single mother of three, needs a few skilled and unskilled helpers for a 2-weekend roof repair in Olinda.
馃嚙馃嚪 Pernambuco, Brazil700 views
I'm a single mother of three living in Olinda. During the last storm water started coming through the ceiling in 3 places, and the kids' bedroom is no longer usable. A roofer quoted $1,250, 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 anyone handy who can help over a 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.
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- effort
- a weekend
- format
- In person in Olinda
- skills
- roofing, carpentry, general labor
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People who offered to help
- Samuel Kelechi Kalu 馃嚦馃嚞
I live about 18 km from Olinda. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Happy to chat first.
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hope things get better soon, Marcelo. Hope you get there. Please keep us posted. Thinking of Olinda.