Analysis of rates for building works is the process of separation of works into components/elements (Viz. Labour, materials, machinery,transport, overheads and profit) of work and pricing them.
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Tips on Building construction to civil engineers. This section consists of practical guide and other relevant information on building materials and construction which every civil engineers should know.
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BUILDING ORIENTATION FOR HOT AND DRY CLIMATE
Orientation of building should be done for the climatic zone in which the building is situated. The purpose of orientation is to provide residents a comfortable living space throughout the year even under severe undesirable weather conditions. Here we will ...
Repair of Post Concreting Defects in Structures and Methods of Repair
Post concreting defects in structures are seen after the removal of formwork. Repair of these post-concreting defects and methods of repairs are discussed.
FIELD CONDITION SURVEY OF BUILDING
Field condition survey of a building is to research its present condition and performance. The plans, specifications and any other pertinent construction documents describes how a building was constructed, the strengths of materials used and the intended purpose of individual ...
FIRE PROTECTION OF HIGH RISE BUILDINGS
High-rise buildings have unique challenges related to fire protection such as longer egress times and distance, evacuation strategies, fire department accessibility, smoke movement and fire control. The numbers of persons living on high-rise buildings are high compared to low-rise buildings, ...
Types of cracks in Concrete Structures
Types of cracks in Concrete Structures Types of cracks in concrete structures are structural cracks and non-structural cracks. Structural Cracks in Concrete Structural cracks are those which result from incorrect design, faulty construction or overloading and these may endanger the ...
Causes and Remedies of Cracks in Concrete Buildings
Cracks in concrete buildings have several causes. They may show total extent of damage or problems of greater magnitude. They may represent critical structural distress, lack of durability, or they might influence appearance only. The importance of cracks dependent on ...
OPEN SPACE REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDINGS
OPEN SPACE REQUIREMENTS (Table 3) Open air space for ventilation. Every room intended for human habitation should abut an interior or exterior opening air space of the width r dimensions specified below. Where height of building above plinth adjoining the ...