Building Doctor

  Managing a business property is a hands-on endeavour. To keep the building's worth, one of your key objectives should be upkeep. It is natural for your commercial property to wear and tear. However, to create a profit, there are normal maintenance actions that must be followed year after year. In most cases, commercial building upkeep is regular. You may also prevent costly improvements, which will only affect your revenues in the long run. Here are the top ten commercial building maintenance actions to take to maintain your property in great condition. Commercial Building Maintenance Tips to Keep in Mind When it comes to commercial property, there are two basic goals: 1.       To keep its worth 2.       To create revenue so that you may profit from your investment. The worth of a building is directly related to its condition. The higher the lack of upkeep, the larger the reduction in value. The tenants that may utilise y...

  We talked about storm damage and the potential for repairs last week. Let's talk about a closely linked topic this week: building maintenance. This topic applies to both commercial and residential structures. You might be shocked to learn that the reasons for neglecting building maintenance are generally the same for both groups. Let's face it: the major reason maintenance is neglected is that it is unappealing. In fact, most individuals find it tedious. With nearly 15 years of construction experience, we've heard every excuse under the sun for why homes and structures were not maintained. Finally, they can be broken down to these five main factors. Which of these are you guilty of? Failures in Maintenance We tend to forget. In this case, the home or company owner is aware that regular maintenance is required, but for one reason or another, it is overlooked. Maybe you're too busy, or maybe you just haven't gotten around to employing someone. Perhaps you don'...

  A construction site's soil may or may not be appropriate for sustaining constructions such as buildings , bridges, roads, and dams. The soil at the building site might be quite loose, indicating a significant amount of elastic settlement. The soil must be densified in this scenario to improve its unit weight and shear strength. The top layers of soil are sometimes unsuitable and must be removed or replaced with a suitable soil on which to create the structural foundation. To support the appropriate structural load, the soil utilized as a filler material should be adequately compacted. Unusually substantial settlement may occur depending on the structural load and layer depth. To keep the building from settling, certain soil improvement procedures are necessary. Various techniques are used to Reduce the building's settlement. Increase the soil's shear strength and consequently the bearing capacity of a shallow foundation. Increase the safety factor for probable earth dam a...

  Geotechnical engineering applies the science of soil and rock mechanics to gather and comprehend the physical qualities of the earth for application in building and construction. Geotechnical engineering is required to assess the ground compatibility of a proposed construction site. If the ground's integrity is discovered to be at risk (i.e., settlement), ground improvement is frequently recommended. What exactly is a ground improvement? Before any construction project can begin, the soil site must be examined to ensure that it can withstand and appropriately support the building structure. In some circumstances, the planned building site may be comprised of saturated compressible materials that are unsuitable for construction; in this scenario, ground enhancement techniques can be used. Why is it necessary? Building on untested soft, uneven ground is a formula for disaster. It might cause structural issues with the structure itself, forcing costly repairs or perhaps total demoli...

Failed Concrete Repairs Impact Restoration Success Rate According to a 2004 research issued by the ACI Strategic Development Council, the yearly cost to owners in the United States to repair, maintain, and strengthen concrete structures is expected to be between $18-$21 billion. Despite this significant investment by infrastructure owners, the success rate of concrete repairs still must be improved. For example, it has been claimed that just slightly more than half of the repairs completed on US Corps of Engineers facilities are working adequately. However, there is some good news. Long-term concrete preservation, repair, and restoration IS POSSIBLE when qualified and experienced professionals apply appropriate concrete repair & restoration technology. Acknowledging the Root of Concrete Problems It takes time and effort to preserve and extend the life of concrete structures. Many factors can impact the expected life span of concrete structures, including freeze-thaw resistance, a...