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Two weekends of roof repair for Kagiso, a single mother of three in Johannesburg
The roof at Kagiso's home is failing; materials are donated and we need hands.
🇿🇦 Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa644 views
I'm a single mother of three living in Johannesburg. During the last storm water started coming through the ceiling in 3 places, and the kids' bedroom is no longer usable. A roofer quoted $610, which isn't something I can pay.
The good news: a local hardware store has donated the shingles and underlay. What I don't have is people to do the work. I'm looking for anyone handy who can help over two Saturdays.
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.
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- effort
- two Saturdays
- format
- In person in Johannesburg
- skills
- roofing, carpentry, general labor
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People who offered to help
- Siddharth M. Parmar 🇮🇳 Photo verifiedAccepted
I live about 6 km from Johannesburg. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need Happy to chat first.
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- Great help in a difficult time
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