Central Florida Disabled Man’s Home Gets a New Roof and Exterior Renovation Thanks to Universal Roof & Contracting
Orlando, Florida (PRWEB) October 28, 2014 -- Work on Arthur’s home began on September 15th and was completed mid-October. Universal Roof & Contracting partnered with ABC Supply, who generously donated the shingles and much of the renovation materials. The scope of work includes a new roof (including carport) and complete decking replacement. New safety lights and structural supports were installed while curb appeal was enhanced with complete exterior painting, yard clean up and restoration. The interior of the home received insulation, extensive ceiling and drywall repair, and ceilings were revived with a fresh coat of paint.
Arthur lives in a modest single-story cinder block home by himself. A former taxi dispatcher, Arthur is no longer able to work due to his disability. He depends on his social security and the support of those around him. During what was to be a simple corrective retinal eye surgery, advanced glaucoma was discovered and led to complete blindness within months. Completely blind since 2013, Arthur gets a ride to a small neighborhood park about a mile from his house where he attends an outdoor church. He takes classes twice a week to help him with everyday tasks he can no longer do because of his disability. He has a bubbly, optimistic attitude and is always quick to laugh.
“Our family, here at Universal Roof & Contracting, has always contributed to the improvement of the lives and circumstances of those around us,” says Jared Mellick. “From food donations to veteran benefit programs, family members and employees alike have partnered over the years with community projects to impact our area residents in a positive way. Now, as a growing company, we've established the Universal Contracting Community Works division with hopes to accelerate our efforts to see restoration, healing and progress come to the lives of residents in the communities we touch through prayer and the purposeful work of our employees and associates.”
Universal’s staff is driven by a principle from Proverbs 21:26: “...the righteous give and do not hold back.”
2014 Universal Contracting Community Works Building Projects Include:
• Neighbors in Need Reroof & Siding Project House
• Boy Scouts of America Project & Easter Seals Camp Challenge Archery Pavilion
Universal Contracting Community Works 2014 Events Include:
• Community Food & Outreach Center Donations and Volunteer Projects
• Wetlands Conservation, Ducks Unlimited Orlando Fundraising Dinner, February 2014
• True Life Choice Walk for Life, March 2014
• Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida, May 2014
• International Justice Mission (IJM) Supporters
• Support of Area Volunteer Fire Departments
• True Life Choice Fundraising Banquet, September 2014
• The Lovely Project Gala & Auction, October 2014
• Brookshire Elementary School Fundraiser, October 2014
• CFRSA Emergency Relief Fund
• Pregnancy & Infant Loss Remembrance Day, October 15th
• Ronald McDonald House Charities of Jacksonville, November 2014
• Walk Now for Autism Speaks 5K, November 2014
• Local Golf Tournaments benefitting The Russell Home, Give Kids the World, New Hope Youth Camp, and Northwest Christmas Child
• First Congregational Preschool & Kindergarten Fundraiser, November 2014
About Universal Roof & Contracting
Jared Mellick and his father, Ken Mellick are the owners of Central Florida's premier construction company, Universal Roof & Contracting, a family-run business which has been serving homeowners in the Greater Orlando area for more than 20 years. Universal Roof also recently expanded their services into the city of Jacksonville. Services include free roof inspections, free no-obligation roof estimates, roof repair, roof replacement, new roof, exterior siding, windows, and home improvement, including kitchen and bath remodeling. Jared and Ken also host a local radio home improvement and construction talk show on popular Orlando talk radio station WDBO (FM 96.5) and WOKV (FM 104.5) in Jacksonville called "In the House with Ken & Jared.”
For more information on Universal Roof & Contracting and its services visit http://www.universalroof.com
Laura Romot, PH3, http://www.ph3.us, +1 (321) 206-8771, [email protected]
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