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Structural Defects Reference Manual for Low-rise Buildings

Hardcover

Published: 30th November 2000
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The Structural Defects Reference Manual for Low-Rise Buildings has been written to assist professionals and students involved in building construction to identify causes of structural failure. Each chapter carefully addresses design, materials and workmanship factors which contribute to structural defects. The main structural elements - roofs, walls, floors and foundations - are all covered and illustrated by case studies. The book also contains relevant data and guidance to show how all the different building elements should be designed and constructed.

'A practical reference manual and guide for surveyors, engineers and loss adjustors.' Current Engineering Practice 2001

Preface
Background
Introduction
Objectives
Household Insurance and Warranty Insurance Claims
Points to Remember
References
Surveys
Introduction
The Survey Report
Survey Equipment
Desk Study
Geological Maps and Memoirs
Site Reconnaissance
Points to Remember
Useful Addresses for Desk Study Information
References
Site Investigation Equipment and Methods
Introduction
Initial Investigation
Trial Pits
Boreholes
In-situ Testing
Plum and Level Survey
Long-term Monitoring. Points to Remember
References
Structural Reports
Introduction
Report Format
Survey Report Example
Points to Remember
References
Roofs
Introduction
Trussed Rafter Construction
Inadequate Design and Construction
Poor-quality Timber and Faults in Fabrication
Defects Due to Bad Workmanship on Site
Traditional Cut Roofs
Points to Remember
References
Upper Floors
Introduction
Timber Floors
Precast Concrete Floors
In-situ Suspended Concrete Floors
Points to Remember
References
Ground Floors
Introduction
Timber Joist Floors on Sleeper Walls
In-situ Concrete Ground-bearing Slabs
Fully Suspended In-Situ Reinforced Concrete Floors
Precast Beam and Block Floors
Points to Remember
References
Main Walls
Introduction
Design of Walls
Defects Related to Masonry Materials
Workmanship. Points to Remember. References
Foundations
Introduction
Causes of Foundation Movement to Buildings
Structural Damage Caused by Settlement of the Bearing Strata
Subsidence-related Defects
Points to Remember
References
Index
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ISBN: 9780419257905
ISBN-10: 041925790X
Audience: General
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Number Of Pages: 240
Published: 30th November 2000
Dimensions (cm): 29.7 x 21.0  x 1.5
Weight (kg): 0.885