Hands on help needed with DIY building project on a family house
The experience
Hello there!
I'm a single father with 2 kids, living near Oradea. In 2013 I had a rock climbing accident, since then I'm in a wheelchair. Few years ago started building a tiny family house, which is still not finished.
I need help with building/construction work.
What I expect from you:
- high work ethics
- open minded and proactive
- experience using hand tools
- pragmatic mindset
- good level of communication in English
- clean and organised
What you offer
28 hours of help per week
Gardening:
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Building & Repairing:
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
What you get
2 days off per week
Private Room:
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Breakfast:
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch:
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner:
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Tours:
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Pick Up:
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Fast Internet Access:
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace:
Specific space for you to work remotely
Requirements
Intermediate English or Intermediate Hungarian
Over 18 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
A few years ago we started building a tiny family house. It is designed to be an nZEB, so modern technologies and best quality materials are used, consulting with a professional building company.
I had a severe rock climbing accident several years ago. Since then I'm in a wheelchair. I have the knowledge for the tasks around the house, but most things I just can`t do by myself from the wheelchair.
So far about 90% of the work is finished. Next things would be, in order of priority:
- building the walls and windows for the garage
- building fence and gates
- shading for the terrace
- arranging the garden, planting trees etc
- furnishing (assembling Ikea furniture etc)
- all kind of other tasks around the house
I’m looking for help with two main tasks: building/construction work and cooking or general house chores.
Whether you’re a solo traveller skilled in one of these areas or a couple looking to split the duties (one on building, one on cooking), you’re welcome to apply!
I can offer accommodation for one person or a couple in a double bed in the house, in a private room with a nice view.
I offer quality ingredients for the cooking. The house has a well equipped kitchen.
If you come by own van, motorhomes can park here with a nice view in a quiet and peaceful environment. There\'s parking space near the house, water and (limited) electricity access.
Activities & Shift
I'm an open minded, relaxed guy, with pragmatic life approach. I can teach you stuff about working with hand tools, electronics, solar systems, basic SMA welding, home automation, bicycles, motorhome building, van life, etc.
If you think you can help, please know you should be a handy person, knowing your way with the tools. It is a creative DIY project.
The work schedule is in the afternoons, between 12.00-18.00.
You can enjoy free time in the mornings and evenings.
In weekends we can have common activities: biking, sightseeing, camping with the motorhome or just have a nice chat at the campfire.
Rules
IMPORTANT NOTE ON VISA:
I love hosting international volunteers, however, I DO NOT provide visa sponsorship or embassy paperwork of any kind!
You must already have the legal right to enter EU.
APPLICATIONS WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY DECLINED AND REPORTED IF:
- GENERATED WITH AI
- ASKING FOR VISA INVITATION LETTERS
Pets are only allowed if they can live outside the house and are not dangerous to children. Please keep in mind that we did not build the fence yet!
Smoking, drugs and freeloaders are not tolerated.
Thank you for your understanding!