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Volunteers needed to fix a leaking roof for Elmarie in East London
Elmarie, a single mother of three, needs a few skilled and unskilled helpers for a 1-weekend roof repair in East London.
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I'm a single mother of three living in East London. During the last storm water started coming through the ceiling in 2 places, and the kids' bedroom is no longer usable. A roofer quoted $1,600, 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 4-6 people 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.
Thank you so much.
- effort
- two Saturdays
- format
- In person in East London
- skills
- roofing, carpentry, general labor
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- Hugo Giraud 🇫🇷
I live about 11 km from East London. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need! Can bring a friend.
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Good luck, Elmarie. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I went through something like this 3 years ago and strangers helped me out!
hang in there, Elmarie. This could happen to any of us. Take care