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Staff Quarters Repair Appeal for HAODQC
A registered structural engineer has confirmed serious floor settlement and wall cracking in our staff quarters. We urgently need the community's help — cash, building materials, skilled labour, and professional expertise.
Engineer: J.S. van Eeden (Pr. Eng.) · JVE Consulting · 7 April 2026
Serious Structural Damage to Staff Housing
Our staff quarters — housing the care staff who look after our 12 residents 24 hours a day — have sustained significant structural damage. A registered professional engineer was called in to assess the building and has confirmed the severity of the problem.
Without functioning staff accommodation, we cannot maintain 24-hour care for our residents. This is an urgent matter that directly threatens the wellbeing of everyone at HAODQC.
⚠ Approximately 50mm floor settlement in key areas
⚠ Significant wall cracking throughout the structure
⚠ Perimeter drainage issues contributing to movement
📋 Scope of Work Required
- Floor slab repair and levelling of settled areas
- Wall stabilisation and crack filling
- Internal painting — 158.7m²
- External painting — 75.2m²
- Perimeter hard standing installation
- Drainage improvements around the building
Professional Assessment
The building was formally assessed by a registered professional engineer in April 2026.
🔧 Engineer Details
Name: J.S. van Eeden (Pr. Eng.)
Firm: JVE Consulting
Date: 7 April 2026
Status: Contractor quotes pending
📄 Primary Findings
- Floor slab settlement of approximately 50mm
- Resultant wall cracking throughout structure
- Inadequate perimeter drainage
- Immediate remedial work recommended
The floor slab has experienced significant settlement of approximately 50mm in key areas, resulting in visible cracking to the walls and potential long-term structural instability if remedial work is not undertaken promptly. Immediate attention is recommended.
— J.S. van Eeden (Pr. Eng.), JVE Consulting — April 2026The Extent of the Damage
Click any image to view it larger. These photos were taken during the structural assessment in April 2026.
Four Ways to Contribute
Every form of support is welcome and gratefully received.
Cash Donation
Donate by EFT to fund materials, labour and contractor costs. Every rand counts. Section 18A receipts available.
Building Materials
Concrete, screed, plaster, paint, and perimeter materials. Contact us if you can supply or source materials at cost.
Skilled Labour
Concrete work, plastering, painting. Volunteer your team or donate a day's work on this critical project.
Professional Services
Quantity surveying, project management, engineering, or legal services donated pro bono are invaluable.
Make a Donation to the Staff Quarters Appeal
All donations go directly to the repair project. We issue receipts for all contributions and Section 18A tax certificates on request.
🏦 Banking Details
After payment please email proof to quads@telkomsa.net with your name and contact details so we can acknowledge your contribution and issue a receipt.
📞 Donation Contact Persons
To discuss a larger contribution, materials donation, skilled labour, or professional support, please contact Pieter or Terence directly on WhatsApp.
