Understanding building failures/

Main Author: Douglas, James
Other Authors: Ransom, W. H.
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: London; New York: Taylor & Francis, [2007]
Edition:3rd ed.
Subjects:
Table of Contents:
  • 1. Introduction to building pathology
  • 2. Principles of building diagnostics
  • 3. Basic investigative methodology
  • 4. Diagnostic techniques and tools
  • 5. Deterioration mechanisms
  • 6. Durability and service life assessment
  • 7. Moisture
  • 8. Foundations
  • 9. Floors, floor finishes and DPMs
  • 10. Walls and DPCs
  • 11. Cladding
  • 12. Doors and windows
  • 13. Roofs
  • 14. Services
  • 15. Failure patterns and control.