Snagging in construction is a process carried out before practical completion of a project, i.e. when it is considered complete and ready for inspection. A snag, in the simplest terms, is a small defect that remains on the property after ...
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Latent and Patent Defects in Construction Projects
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 ...
What is SOV in Construction?
A schedule of values (SOV) is a comprehensive documented list of each construction task that constitutes a construction project, along with their payment values. SOV is a standard practice followed by contractors to bill the clients. An SOV lists out ...
What is RFI in Construction?
A request for information (RFI) is a formal written process undertaken during a construction project to clarify information like plans, drawings, specifications, and agreements. The main objective of RFI is to define the construction data that is missing or unclear. ...