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Contractors & Laborers Needed
Can anybody recommend good contractors to help rebuild the communities along the Rio Hardy. The epicenter of the earthquake on Sunday was basically
right underneath us. Tons of damage and many houses destroyed by the quake. We will be looking for contractors who have experience in building
walls, pouring patios, leveling mobile homes, repairing roofs, etc. We will need tractors, laborers, dumptrucks, etc. The damage is extensive to
about 200 homes and home sites. There will be many homes that will have to be leveled and completely rebuilt. Almost every patio on the river will
need to be replaced. Hundreds of boat launch ramps need repair. Please contact me and I will get you more information and send pictures of the
damage. Thank you.
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Sounds like a job for a lot of contractors. It'll be interesting to see how this takes place.
Hope everybody over there knows when to pay, who to pay and all the SS laws that will be the focus of attention for Mexicali.
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We have about 3 or 4 contractors in the area who built most of our houses and did most of the work over the years. However, the amount of damage is
going to require more than just 4 contractors to get the job done in a reasonable amount of time. Any suggestions are appreciated by all of us on the
river.
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The logistics of bringing out of town contractors and crews is mind boggling. Would they commute daily from Mexicali? Where could they stay in Rio
Hardy?
Sounds like you're going to have to make do with the local talent working in their own time frame.
I'm really having trouble with your proposal. It defys logic. 200 wasted homes, all to be rebuilt right now?
I don't get it.
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From Mexicali to Rio Hardy is about a 30 minutes commute 1 way. From San Felipe it is about a 1.5 hour commute. The contractors and crews would
probably have to be from these areas to make the logistics worth it. Not all 200 homes were destroyed. Probably 10 to 20 are total losses. Most of
the damage is to concrete patios, fancy brick patio covers with arches, rock and brick walls, sea walls, etc. I agree that it seems to defy logic to
be able to do so many repairs. I know that the construction industry in Mexico is slow just as in the US. If you know of any contractors who are in
the Mexicali Valley area or San Felipe and they are looking for work, then this will be a great opportunity for them.
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| Quote: | Originally posted by bajariverrat
If you know of any contractors who are in the Mexicali Valley area or San Felipe and they are looking for work, then this will be a great
opportunity for them. |
It sure would. There must be a lot of talent in Mexicali, returned home for lack of work up north.
Unless you folks don't really care, you'll have to be on guard for US prices.
Make sure you understand the Social Security requirments. Things have changed in the past years and being aware of the law is no longer an option.
The authorities in Mexicali will be aware of the activity in your neighborhood.
Good luck.
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bajariverrat
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Thanks Dennis
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| Quote: | Originally posted by DENNIS
| Quote: | Originally posted by bajariverrat
If you know of any contractors who are in the Mexicali Valley area or San Felipe and they are looking for work, then this will be a great
opportunity for them. |
It sure would. There must be a lot of talent in Mexicali, returned home for lack of work up north.
Unless you folks don't really care, you'll have to be on guard for US prices.
Make sure you understand the Social Security requirments. Things have changed in the past years and being aware of the law is no longer an option.
The authorities in Mexicali will be aware of the activity in your neighborhood.
Good luck. |
The authorities in Mexicali 
Job opportunity for Senor Graft
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They're all hanging out on the sidewalk in front of the Home Depots in San Diego.
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do you think that any of the damage is covered by insurance and if so how long will "contractors" have to wait to get paid
Bob Durrell
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| Quote: | Originally posted by durrelllrobert
do you think that any of the damage is covered by insurance and if so how long will "contractors" have to wait to get paid |
That's funny. I haven't been over there for years, but most of these houses are probably converted duck-blinds.
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that tecate store by the fire dept. there son just moved back from the states, he gave me a card once, he does custom rock work. I'm sure he will be
busy. check him out.
\"The time spent off the water, I\'m thinking of ways to get back in\"
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Alot of the homes are covered by insurance. Most use GNP. I've never had to file a claim myself, but I've heard that GNP pays fast. Others who need
repair will usually pay cash. It isn't just a bunch of old duck blinds. There are some nice homes along the river.
I don't know how the Mexican government takes care of their own people, but there is alot of destruction in the neighboring local communities as well,
places like El Faro, La Puerta, Ej. Durango, Carranza, etc. They will need help reconstructing as well.
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| Quote: | Originally posted by bajariverrat
I don't know how the Mexican government takes care of their own people, |
They'll wish they had insurance.
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There are many contractors & labor people here in san Felipe who could use the jobs. Some of the laborers need transportation so contractors would
likly be the best bet for them to work for. If you are interested in Names, PHone Numbers or email for some of these people email me personally &
will help as much as I can? I will only give you this info not many reccomendations as I am not familiar with ALL of their work ok?
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| Quote: | Originally posted by meme
Some of the laborers need transportation so contractors would likly be the best bet for them to work for. |
Another good reason to be sure Social Security is attended to. When workers are transported to a job, I believe they are protected by law Portal To
Portal.
If injured in an auto accident on the way to work and SS is not paid, ultimatly the job owner is responsible. It could cost you everything and
thensome.
Know what you're getting yourself into.
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Dennis,
Do you know where can I get information on Mexican Social Security? Is there a Government Office? Thank you for any info.
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| Quote: | Originally posted by bajariverrat
Do you know where can I get information on Mexican Social Security? Is there a Government Office? Thank you for any info. |
I'm sure Social Security will have it. Your impossible job will be to interpret it.
I hate to suggest a lawyer, but if you know one who won't charge you an arm and a leg, ask him.
Another alternative would be to find the bar where all the lawyers hang out and spend a few Pesos.
Just keep one thing in mind...you are responsible for everything including your contractors responsibilities to the employees. Don't take his word for
anything.
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Wow. I never realized all of this. Thank you for the heads up before we start negociating with contractors coming in to do repairs. Do you have
experience getting burned by the Social Security down in Baja? I really appreciate your information.
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Social Security
There is a SS office here in San Felipe. I feel sure you could also if needed find a translator.
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