Structural Audit Service

The Structural Audit Of Co-Operative Housing Society is done by us with the help of our efficient workforce with full dedication and quality commitment. The structural audit services are meant for ensuring the health of the building and are necessary for the welfare of the residents. These audits cover the visual inspection of the building from inside as well as outside.

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• Theoretical analysis of the building/ structure as per available structural drawings
• Photographic exhibits of the critical areas
• Recommendation for the observed defects
• The estimated cost for the repair of the building (BOQ)
• A Priority wise repair programm will be phased out as per the availability of the fund of the society

Assisted by immense industry capability and understanding in this sphere, we are adept towards offering Structural Audit of Building. We undertake Structural Audits for a variety of clients around the country. Offered in conjunction with industry experts, our Structural Audit services are highly demanded across the nation for gaining an accurate estimate before commencing on redevelopment and other tasks.

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• The general health & performance of the structure depends on its quality, workmanship & maintenance.
• As a structure grows old, its use (or misuse) & exposure to the environment can affect the health of the building significantly.
• Therefore, it is advisable to monitor it periodically by taking a professional opinion.
• The structural audit is the preliminary technical survey to assess the general health of civil engineering structure.
• It is usually initiated as the first step of repairs.
• This is similar to the periodic health check-up recommended for older people.

The general health and performance of a structure depend on its quality, workmanship & maintenance. As a structure grows old, aging, use (or misuse) and exposure to the environment can affect the health of the building significantly. Therefore, it is advisable to monitor it periodically by taking a professional opinion. The structural audit is a preliminary technical survey of a structure to assess its general health as a civil engineering structure. It is usually initiated as the first step for repair. This is similar to the periodic health checkup recommended for older people. Some of the finer aspects of the structural audit are listed below for your information:

Scope & Exclusions:

Quite often the word “structural” refers to the building frame, which supports loads and this is often in RCC. However, structural audit not only covers such frame but also masonry, plaster, painting, plumbing, waterproofing etc which can affect the strength or durability of the building, if not maintained properly.

Following exclusions from the scope are also noteworthy:

• Non-destructive testing is excluded
• Visible effects of internal alterations shall be documented, but not the consumption of FSI
• Type of repair required shall be specified, but not its cost estimate
• Remarks on the general health of the building shall be given, but assessment of foundation and structural stability are excluded

Observations/Data:

Auditor’s report is based on:
• The visual survey of building
• Feedback from the members
• Repair history of a building
• Drawings, if available

The structural auditor should maintain a comprehensive checklist of observations. He should also correlate the observations before giving his remarks & recommendations.