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Roofing help wanted: Marites's home in Geelong

The roof at Marites's home is failing; materials are donated and we need hands.

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Marites Villanueva
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Geelong
I'm a single mother of three living in Geelong. During the last storm water started coming through the ceiling in 4 places, and the living room is no longer usable. A roofer quoted $2,850, which isn't something I can pay. The good news: a local hardware store has donated the roofing sheets and nails. 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 to be comfortable with heights or willing to help from the ground. 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. Thank you for reading my story.
effort
one long weekend
format
In person in Geelong
skills
roofing, carpentry, general labor
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3.1(9 reviews)

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    Exceeded expectations

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    Great help in a difficult time

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

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    Made a real difference

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  • Elias Jan ScholzPhoto verified

    Keep going. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Blessings

    • Matteo Barone

      Good luck, Marites. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I hope November is when things finally get easier. God bless

      • Adam Duda

        Looking forward to the next update. My husband and I read this together. Greetings from Pokhara.

        • Diana Svetlana YakovlevPhoto verified

          I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. All the best.

          • Amol L. Naik

            Good luck. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I'm in nursing myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. All the best.

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