Inspecting and Diagnosing Disrepair

Inspecting and Diagnosing Disrepair
Author: Patrick Reddin
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 145
Release: 2015-12-14
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1317623894

Inspecting and Diagnosing Disrepair provides housing officers, surveyors, landlords, tenants, lawyers and environmental health inspectors with the essential information they need to record, diagnose and remedy disrepair. Pat Reddin presents technical information methodically, including useful diagrams to help readers to develop an understanding of building materials and structures and to advise and take action on disrepair. The book is fully up to date with the latest legislation and is essential reading for environmental health professionals, surveyors and students alike.

Inspecting and Diagnosing Disrepair

Inspecting and Diagnosing Disrepair
Author: Patrick Reddin
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015-11-24
Genre: Building inspection
ISBN: 9781138802087

Inspecting and Diagnosing Disrepair provides environmental health inspectors, housing officers, surveyors, landlords, tenants and lawyers with the essential information they need to understand building materials and structures, and record, diagnose and remedy disrepairs. Pat Reddin presents technical information methodically and includes useful diagrams to help those who need to understand, advise and take action on disrepair. The book is fully up to date with the latest legislation and is essential reading for environmental health professionals, surveyors and students alike.

Diagnosing Damp

Diagnosing Damp
Author: Ralph Burkinshaw
Publisher: RICS Books
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2003
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 9781842190975

Diagnosing damp takes the surveyor through the necessary techniques for undertaking a thorough examination of a building for dampness and to understand the limitations imposed at each level of investigation.

Building Surveys and Reports

Building Surveys and Reports
Author: Edward A. Noy
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 435
Release: 2008-04-15
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1405171693

This book deals with structural surveys for all types of building -domestic industrial and commercial - and includes diagnosis of awide range of defects. It considers both modern and olderconstruction methods, and deals with the particular problems ofalterations and restoration work. Guidance is given on how to carryout measured surveys and on report writing. The third editioncovers the latest definitions of types of property surveys, moreinformation on report writing and a range of detail updates. * Covers all types of building - commercial, industrial andhistorical - not just domestic * Deals with particular problems of conversion and renovation work- increasingly important today * New edition features latest definitions of survey types, more onreport writing and a range of other updates * ‘a valuable reference book’ - ASI Journal

Bridge Engineering, Third Edition

Bridge Engineering, Third Edition
Author: Jim J. Zhao
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 545
Release: 2012-04-09
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 007175248X

The state of the art in highway bridge engineering Fully updated with the latest codes and standards, including load and resistance factor design (LRFD), Bridge Engineering, Third Edition covers highway bridge planning, design, construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation. This thoroughly revised reference contains cutting-edge analytical, design, and construction practices, the most current information on new materials and methods, and proven, cost-effective maintenance and repair techniques. Real-world case studies and hundreds of helpful photos and illustrations are also included in this practical resource. BRIDGE ENGINEERING, THIRD EDITION FEATURES COMPLETE COVERAGE OF: Highway bridge structures Project inception Project funding Design standards Bridge inspection and site survey Physical testing As-built plans and other record data Superstructure types Deck types Wearing surface types Deck joint types Design loads Design methods Internal forces Load distribution Concrete deck slabs Composite steel members Plate girder design Continuous beams Protecting steel superstructures Load rating Prestressed concrete Substructure design Abutments Piers Bearings Managing the design process Contract documents Bridge management systems

Surveying Historic Buildings

Surveying Historic Buildings
Author: David Watt
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 416
Release: 2015-07-17
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 131774246X

This bestselling book has been fully revised and updated to include valuable new case studies and examples which help to demonstrate the common problems found in older buildings. It features many additional photographs illustrating the decay mechanims and individual issues associated with damp, timber decay, masonry defects, roofing problems and many other aspects. The book begins by summarizing the basics of surveying practice, including the inspection, assessment, defect diagnosis and monitoring of defects. It then examines the building elements, discussing their construction, typical faults and their diagnoses. This section provides specific advice on assessing industrial monuments and features concise inspection checklists for ease of reference. In the final section, the author looks to the future, considering the specific challenges faced by property professionals when employed to survey historic buildings. The book is accompanied by comprehensive appendices, including sample survey forms, and a list of useful contacts is followed by an extensive bibliography. This book will be of particular interest to conservation officers, surveyors, architects, archaeologists and planners.

Bridge Engineering: Design, Rehabilitation, and Maintenance of Modern Highway Bridges, Fourth Edition

Bridge Engineering: Design, Rehabilitation, and Maintenance of Modern Highway Bridges, Fourth Edition
Author: Jim J. Zhao
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 560
Release: 2017-04-28
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1259643107

Bridge engineering essentials—fully updated to reflect the latest standards and regulations This thoroughly revised resource combines the latest LRFD bridge engineering standards with cutting-edge maintenance and rehabilitation techniques, enabling you to successfully address today’s challenging infrastructure projects. The book features cutting-edge analysis, design, and construction practices along with proven, cost-effective maintenance and repair methods. Bridge Engineering: Design, Rehabilitation, and Maintenance of Modern Highway Bridges, Fourth Edition, examines the entire lifecycle of a bridge, from inception, design, and construction to long-term maintenance and management. Two brand-new chapters cover foundations and superstructure rehabilitation. Real-world case studies and hundreds of helpful photos and illustrations are also included. • Fully aligns with the 7th Edition of AASHTO’s LRFD Bridge Design Specifications • All examples and equations are presented in both S.I. and U.S. units • Written by a pair of experienced civil engineers