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Two weekends of roof repair for Manoj, a retired bus driver in Howrah

Could you spare two Saturdays to help repair a leaking roof in Howrah?

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ West Bengal, India807 views
Manoj A. Kushwaha
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Howrah
I'm a retired bus driver living in Howrah. During the last storm water started coming through the ceiling in 2 places, and the living room is no longer usable. A roofer quoted $450, 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 three or four volunteers 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 work boots and a hat. 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. You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
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two Saturdays
format
In person in Howrah
skills
roofing, carpentry, general labor

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    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

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    Restored my faith in humanity

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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    Professional and kind

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

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    Truly grateful for the support

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

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    Went above and beyond

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  • Pari H. YadavID verified

    keep going, Manoj. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. After 6 years in public service I know how hard it's to ask for anything

    • Rooting for you. This could happen to any of us. Thinking of Howrah.

      • Best of luck, Manoj. Looking forward to the next update. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Blessings.

        • Rooting for you. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. All the best.

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