Building Inspection – Building Rank Services

Old Buildings Inspection:

Old buildings inspection is very sensitive, because this building has been around for a long time and may have been exposed to many events, so a comprehensive examination is necessary.

In This Article We Will Present Several Important Topics:

• How are old buildings inspected?
• The work of the building inspection engineer, and the 10 most important points that the buyer should pay attention to.
• The importance of a building inspection report.
• Benefits of inspecting old buildings.
• When do old buildings need maintenance and restoration?
• Methods of restoring old buildings.

First: How Are Old Buildings Inspected?

Inspecting an old building is a process that requires a lot of experience, and with the development of technology, modern devices have become available that provide great benefit in this work, and the best building inspection company is BUILDING RANK, the leading and first company in the Arab world, which provides building inspection services.

When we receive the request, we will take the initiative to send an engineering team consisting of a number of the company’s engineers, from all specializations, to conduct a comprehensive inspection of the building.

The inspection is carried out in all aspects (structural, electrical, mechanical, humidity, thermal leakage, plumbing, windows, floors and ceilings, in addition to the building facades, etc.).

Our engineers use the latest international equipment, and examine more than 700 points to inspect and monitor all problems.

Through this inspection, you will be able to identify all the defects of the building and its quality.

Second: The Work of a Building Inspection Engineer, and 10 More Points That the Buyer Must Pay Attention to:

The building inspection engineer at our BUILDING RANK company is responsible for inspecting many items, and this inspection includes all aspects of the building, which are as follows:

1. Verifying the structural elements in the building, such as (columns, bridges, cracks, reinforcing steel, etc.) due to their importance in giving the building structural strength. The examination also includes corrosion, leakage, and damage to the building structure.
2. The building inspection engineer checks (floors, ceilings, walls, windows, doors, etc.) for any damage. Floors and ceilings are subject to corrosion, damage, and cracks due to age, which greatly affects the building’s capacity and stability.
3. The building is inspected mechanically, which includes (plumbing, electricity, lighting, air conditioning, if any, etc.). It includes looking for moisture as it causes serious damage to the building.
4. See if there are any worn plumbing fixtures, as old plumbing fixtures may have been corroded from the inside. Wear and tear in pipes lead to rust buildup, leaks, and discoloration of the water. Therefore, we usually recommend replacing them throughout the building as it is the best solution.
5. Check older electrical installations because they may not have enough capacity to draw enough power for modern electrical appliances. Therefore, we recommend renewing all wiring, switches, and electrical panels. To provide more security and the ability to keep up with modern devices.
6. Preparing a clear, detailed, and understandable building inspection report that includes all existing defects.
7. Providing all necessary suggestions to fix faults through a building inspection report.
8. Estimating the life span of the building.
9. Providing recommendations to strengthen the building and increase its lifespan.
10. Determine the safety and quality of building infrastructure.

Third: The Importance of a Building Inspection Report:

Inspection of old buildings by a building inspection company is necessary and very important, because a comprehensive inspection protects you from many dangers.

The building inspection report, which our engineers organize after completing the inspection, reveals to you all visible and hidden defects.

The report gives you an accurate idea of the quality of the building and its suitability for habitation, which enables you to make an informed decision, make the right decision and negotiate the best price.

Fourth: Benefits of Inspecting Old Buildings:

Old buildings have a unique appeal, but keeping them in good condition requires a lot of effort and patience. Therefore, it must be examined periodically because of its many benefits, the most important of which are:

• Know the causes of problems as soon as they occur.
• Detect all problems and initiate maintenance before using it.
• Avoid additional unaccounted expenses.
• Ensure the quality of housing construction and that there are no risks threatening its residents.
• Regular maintenance to reduce problems.
• Determine the possibility of restoring it and using it or not, and it must be demolished and rebuilt.
• Verify the age of the building and the building materials used.

In this way, the building is preserved through restoration and its life is extended as much as possible, and all recommendations and repairs can be obtained through a building inspection report provided by BUILDING RANK.

Fifth: When Do Buildings Need Maintenance and Restoration:

Building restoration is a group of work supporting the building, the aim of which is to maintain the building due to its exposure to damage. Which led to large cracks and fissures. The most common of these causes are:

1. Defects caused by building occupants:

Many people make mistakes that affect construction. Such as demolishing part of the wall to install air conditioners or expanding window openings.

Some also drill holes in roofs or walls to install chimneys. Which negatively affects the strength and bearing capacity of the building.

2. Defects caused by negligence:

Some cracks, fissures, or leaks in sewage pipes may appear in the building, and moisture problems may arise and be neglected. Which makes it worsen over time, causing serious damage to the building.

To maintain the building's strength and permanence, all work must be planned when building it, all problems must be addressed as soon as they occur, and not procrastinated.

Sixth: Methods of Restoring Old Buildings:

There are many buildings that are found to need restoration after being inspected by a building inspection company, and they are restored as follows:

• Foundation reinforcement: This is done by digging and cleaning concrete surfaces, and strengthening the lower foundations of the building with a protective layer, to preserve the iron from rust.
• Reinforcing the columns: by adding a layer of concrete reinforced with iron at least 10 cm thick.
• Bridge reinforcement: This is done by adding a number of iron bars to increase the bearing strength of the concrete.
• Maintenance of all superficial and deep cracks and fissures.
• Treating humidity and eliminating its causes.
• Addressing subsidence of floors and slopes

To complete the previous maintenance work, technicians and contractors specialized in completing these works are used.

Conclusion:

Old buildings are periodically inspected and maintained. It gives it a new lease of life, and makes it more vibrant and suitable for habitation. Therefore, inspection is important and necessary in order to preserve it, and strengthening and renovation is extremely important. So that these buildings can keep pace with the architectural development taking place.