Construction defects are caused as a result of various deficiencies such as poor building materials and workmanship or faulty design. They can be categorized into patent or latent defects. Patent (visible) defects are defects that can be discovered by reasonable ...
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What is Mudjacking in Construction?
Mudjacking is a concrete leveling process that involves pumping a material underneath a sunken concrete surface to lift it to the intended elevation. The settled concrete surface, like slabs, pavement, or driveway, is jacked up by pumping mud or soil ...
How to Choose Tiles for Construction of Pools?
Pool tiles are special tiles designed and manufactured to meet the durability, aesthetic, and maintenance requirements of wet outdoor environments. They not only improve the beauty of the pool but also affect its safety, durability, and maintenance requirements. The selection ...
How to Deal with Leaking Ceilings?
Ceiling leaks occur when the building space above the ceiling is inundated with water or moisture, finally penetrating the ceiling. Leaks are observed as discoloration or dripping water through the ceiling. Ceiling leaks indicate a faulty plumbing system or an ...
Compressive Strength of Concrete: What Causes Low-Strength Breaks in Concrete Cylinders?
The compressive strength test results of concrete cylinders are the basis of acceptance of ready mix concrete for construction. Low-strength breaks of the concrete cylinder during compression testing indicate the low compressive strength of produced concrete. Concrete cylinders for the ...
Test Method for Slump of Sealants
The test method for slump of sealants covers a laboratory procedure for determining the degree of the slump of a sealant when used in a vertical joint in a structure. This method of testing is as per the ASTM standards. ...
Bituminous Surface Treatments: Types, Material, and Application
A bituminous surface treatment (BST) is a chip seal or seal coat. It’s a liquid asphalt surface treatment with a thin layer of aggregate placed at a thickness of around 0.5 inches or less. BSTs are normally used on pavements ...
Clay Roof Tiles: Types, Properties, and Advantages
Clay roof tile is a ceramic product made up of a solid unit of clay or shale, or both, formed into any shape, generally rectangular planar shapes while in a plastic state and fired in a kiln. Classification of Clay ...