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Volunteers needed to fix a leaking roof for Janaka in Colombo

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

🇱🇰 Western, Sri Lanka382 views
Janaka Jagath Gunawardena
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Colombo
I'm a retired bus driver living in Colombo. During the last storm water started coming through the ceiling in 4 places, and the kitchen is no longer usable. A roofer quoted $540, 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 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 Colombo
skills
roofing, carpentry, general labor
#roof-repair#volunteer#home-repair#housing

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3.5(4 reviews)

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  • Lertchai Banjong Bunnag🇹🇭Verified donor
    Practical and effective help

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Gayan Dilshan Seneviratne🇱🇰Verified helper
    Practical and effective help

    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.

  • Christian S. De Leon🇵🇭Verified donor
    Honest and trustworthy

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

  • Aiden Garza🇬🇧Verified donor
    Quick response, great follow-up

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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  • Irfan Adnan Ismail

    Thinking of you, Janaka. This could happen to any of us. My father had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.

    • Irfan Talha Jatoi

      Hope it all works out. I hope things turn around soon. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Thinking of Colombo.

      • Yasmin Khadija Radwan

        Keep going, Janaka. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. We're a small family in Belo Horizonte but we're thinking of you. All the best

        • Adaeze Idowu Odukoya

          this could happen to any of us. I went through something like this 2 years ago and strangers helped me out.

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