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cyberdee
Trad climber
Lynwood, CA
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Currently, I am an unemployed graphic designer. But...last month I replaced 60 shingles on my roof which the wind blew off. I would be happy to help in any way possible, and I can even bring my own hammer!
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H
Mountain climber
there and back again
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What a great idea. If I can pull it off I'll be there. I can't think of a more deserving family. Thanks again Todd and family for letting our community be present for these events. Glad the wife and kids are OK after the car accident. Hopefully you'll get a new car out of the deal.
I do think that this will take a lot of coordinating. If a bunch of builders show up it could be mayhem with out proper direction.
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Assuming that the projects are to do maintenance and repairs on the house, and a fundraiser/party, then I suggest sometime this autumn, maybe late October. After the summer's heat, and the FaceLift. That would allow time for a volunteer builder who knows these things to assess the situation, make a plan for what needs to be done, and start obtaining the labour and materials that will be needed. If it's to all take place over a weekend, it's a tight schedule. We can't just show up with hammers and good intentions.
The fundraiser/party will also take some planning. It doesn't seem likely to come together in the next month or two, which I take it means that it would need to wait until autumn.
I hope to attend and help.
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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I second Anders' motion about later this Fall, since many of us are financially "tapped out" from doing the Flandersfest. For me to make the trip with $70 per fillup gasoline, my fuel cost from Wyoming was > $425 for the round trip. Then whatever I could contribute in gear and food assistance.
What type of roof is on the Gordons' house? Asphalt shingle or tar and gravel?
Zip has a great idea about a portable john, or two of them considering the turnout.
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nature
climber
Kovalum Kerala India
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Got Andrea's approval.
Should i ask Todd too?
same same
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 8, 2011 - 10:06am PT
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Green light from Todd, too.
Waiting to hear back from gentlemen who came up with the idea.
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rlf
Trad climber
Josh, CA
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I'm in to do the electrical. I'll speak with Todd and see what needs to be done.
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philo
Trad climber
Somewhere halfway over the rainbow
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This is a great idea for a great family!
I am a semi-functional illiterate but a fully functional electrician. I would love to contribute.
And I must say Two prong un-grounded receptacles and kids don't mix. Easy to remediate.
Next questions;
What year was the house built?
Aluminum or copper wire?
How many amps does the service panel (circuit breaker box) have?
What brand (GE, SquareD, ITE) is the service panel?
If it is a FEDERAL PACIFIC it Must be changed! also easy to do.
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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great idea.
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Yup me too, would love to return to J-Tree as my strength returns! Keep us posted! Susan
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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Craig-
If we can do this AFTER the Summer heat and towards the Fall climbing season, it would be lots more feasible for many folks here, but count me in.
What type of roofing is involved? Asphalt shingle, roll type roofing, tar & gravel?
Philo already asked about the main electrical panel; if possible just get a picture of it
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rlf
Trad climber
Josh, CA
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Philo, coordinate with me. I'll have all those answers soon.
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philo
Trad climber
Somewhere halfway over the rainbow
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Thanx rlf, will do. Like Brokedown suggests a picture is worth a buncha werds.
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rlf
Trad climber
Josh, CA
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I'll drop by soon and take a look. Take some pics and send them off to you! We'll know it out!
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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Craig-
Then the hard part will be stripping off the old schitt before putting down new builder's felt. That will be hot and hard work if we wait too much longer... Need to haved copious coolers of beer handy for the laboring slaves.
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HandCrack
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal.
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Though my construction skills are limited to operating a shovel and wheelbarrow, I'm more than willing to donate my time and effort for the non-technical tasks. I'd be happy to help provide food and drink for the worker bees.
One thought: it would be good if the roofing project could be done this Spring in order to protect from the mid-summer thunderstorms, which can get pretty intense.
Brandt Allen
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 8, 2011 - 12:47pm PT
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Who is taking the lead on this project?
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Mtnmun
Trad climber
Top of the Mountain Mun
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Count me in, multi tasker reporting for duty. The leader should be a local bro/sista. Cheers, Jude
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HandCrack
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal.
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I humbly volunteer as coordinator for this worthy project. I'm here in town close to Todd's house, and just finished building a garage at my own home, so I have a general idea of how these things work. If this is agreeable to others, bring it on!
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socalbolter
Sport climber
Silverado, CA
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If it's a tar and gravel roof now, is this what works best out there and should it stay that way moving forward?
Any climber/roofers out there that can help out?
If it's a comp shingle job, it's a no-brainer and can be done with unskilled labor. If we're bringing in a tanker or hot kettle and replacing it in kind, we'll need to coordinate with a roofing company that has these things.
Perhaps it's best for someone local to get an inspection of the current roof and get a scope of work and cost estimate from some local companies. Once a cost is known, we could do the initial fund-raising effort now and get the roof replaced sooner than later, with the other items and party coming in the Fall.
I agree that someone local should head up at least the construction-related issues and act as a Superintendent for the project.
When it comes time for the eventual party and work effort we'll likely end up with a lot of people that have no real construction skills. Some of these people can be directed by skilled folks, but maybe a big number can be involved in site work (i.e.: gardening, rock sculpting, grading, etc.). I could see us turning the house, yard and property into something really special for Todd, Andrea and the boys. There are a lot of creative people in our group and we could do some pretty cool looking things with the rocks already onsite without incurring much cost at all. With Dr. F's knowledge and experience with cacti, we could maybe incorporate a self-sufficient planting area. The possibilities really are endless...
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