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Two weekends of roof repair for Sarah, a single mother of three in Lowell

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

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lowell, Massachusetts, United States855 views
Sarah Tate
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Lowell
I'm a single mother of three living in Lowell. During the last storm water started coming through the ceiling in 3 places, and the bathroom is no longer usable. A roofer quoted $3,450, which isn't something I can pay. The good news: a local hardware store has donated the corrugated iron sheets and timber. What I don't have is people to do the work. I'm looking for three or four volunteers who can help over three weekday mornings. 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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three weekday mornings
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In person in Lowell
skills
roofing, carpentry, general labor

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3.3(18 reviews)

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  • Wishing you the best, Sarah. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. I'll check back for the next update.

    • Thinking of you, Sarah. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. All the best.

      • Hope you get there. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Greetings from Awka.

        • Rooting for you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Greetings from Johannesburg.

          • Anand L. MalhotraAddress verifiedPhoto verified

            So sorry you're going through this, Sarah. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. Take care

            • Sending love. Hope you get there. We're a small family in San Diego but we're thinking of you. Thinking of Lowell

              • Hang in there. Hope you get there. God bless.

                • Thinking of you and your family. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did.

                  • Thinking of you, Sarah. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Blessings

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