Nonprofit news: Paul Davis Restoration helps homeowner who was taken advantage of by contractor

Wednesday, August 20, 10:35 AM EDT

Compiled by Max Marbut

In 2011, 77-year-old James Aldridge hired a contractor to repair a damaged roof and perform other home improvements.

The contractor was given close to $30,000 to complete a number of projects throughout the house. Shortly after being hired, the contractor did not return to the job.

The house was left with a leaking roof, torn-out kitchen, unusable bathroom and a hazardous carport connected to the house. The property was not safe enough for Aldridge to continue living there. He notified police and the contractor has been arrested.

However, the money was not recoverable and Aldridge could not afford to pay another contractor to complete the repairs. He has been living with a family friend while looking for a solution to his dilemma.

Aldridge found help from Paul Davis. The restoration firm decided to donate the home improvements through the companys Restoring America program, which provides restoration and repairs to many residents in Northeast Florida.

The work will include demolition of the carport, replacement of rotten wood and stabilization of the structure, removing and replacing the roof, installation of kitchen cabinets, countertops and backsplash, rewiring circuits for appliances and installing a bathroom sink and toilet.

Paul Davis employees are volunteering and working alongside trade partners, including Stonebridge Construction, a local firm that donated materials to complete the roof.

Each year, we partner with building professionals and support team members to restore a well-deserving candidates home within our community, said Nate Moore, project manager with Paul Davis Restoration. When we heard about what happened to Mr. Aldridge, we immediately knew he would be a perfect candidate and we are happy to help him.

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