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20 Feb 2026

Want to contribute to a great cause? Local help wanted as DIY SOS sets its sights on assisting Kildare family

The popular show's upcoming build will take place in May

Want to contribute to a great cause? Local help wanted as DIY SOS sets its sights on assisting Kildare family

Want to contribute to a great cause? Local help wanted as DIY SOS sets its sights on assisting Kildare family. FILE PHOTOGRAPH / PIXABAY

A County Kildare family is set to appear on 'DIY SOS: The Big Build Ireland' — and the show is seeking the assistance of locals in order to make their upcoming project come to fruition.

Taking to social media, the minds behind the hit RTÉ One show have revealed that host Baz Ashmawy and his team are coming to a North Kildare residence this May.

They explained that the crew will head to the Painstown / Donadea area in order to support Kildare residents Ramona Connolly and her five-year-old son Oran.

Both Ramona and Oran experienced a profound change in circumstances following the unexpected death of Ramona's partner (and Oran's late father), Daragh, who died suddenly last December.

In order to benefit Ramona and young Oran, 'DIY SOS: The Big Build' is currently seeking tradespeople, catering companies and supply companies and more for the project.

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HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Anyone who wishes to assist the Ramon and Oran for the upcoming build can contact DIY SOS by email on DIYSOSKildare@indiepics.ie or send a text to 083 889 7216.

Make sure to include:

  • Your name
  • Your phone number
  • Your email address
  • Your trade or what you can supply

The upcoming build will begin on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 and will conclude on Thursday, May 28, 2026.

Further details about the show's appeal, as well as Ramona, Oran and the late Daragh's story, can be found on the official 'DIY SOS: The Big Build Ireland' Facebook page.

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