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What questions to ask to determine the state of the structure


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1. Do you identify the construction type?
FaceBook concrete, reinforced concrete, pre-fabricated concrete slab construction brick masonry,
2. Location of the structural failure (is it above/below ground)?
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3. Specific locus of the failure: in the structure, between structures, external to
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the structure? crack, expansion joint, structural leak, erosion of ground around or under the
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4. Is the structure wet or dry?
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5. If the structure is wet, is it only moist or is there water flow?
mgr inż. Mateusz Furs 6. Is the purpose of the repair to waterproof, reinforce the structure, or entirely
restore structural integrity to its original state? the answers will tell you not only
the technology you should use, but what you’re responsible for
7. Do you document the problem area with photographs, notes, drawings? your
own drawing will help you understand the situation better

Examples of photos. Both are needed for job-site awareness.

The photo was taken from too close. No decision possible by people Photo showing a wider perspective.You can see the room and the
outside the job-site. Additional photos required. location of the failure in relation to the walls.

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