11 Common Defects in Older Homes
A large portion of older buildings, such as Georgian and Victorian houses, were designed to be breathable. Lime mortar and clay bricks were very popular in the Georgian and Victorian periods. These materials are permeable by nature, meaning when the water hits the external envelope can be absorbed and evaporated. Combined with the use of […]
Case Study: Edwardian Cottage Burst Pipe in Roof Space
One of the Surrey building surveyors carried out a building survey for an Edwardian cottage, in which there was an extensive amount of dampness. They tested for damp (which they do in all building surveys) assessed the repair property. There was also another significant defect in rotten timber windows in which there was evidence of […]
How Stresses Affect Members in Commercial Buildings
Several members make up a building frame. A few prominent members are struts, ties, beams, columns, and walls that make up the building’s frame. It’s essential to understand how stress affects these, especially in a commercial building. Struts are present in the frame to withstand compressive stress. This stress comes from the force of each level […]
Is Mechanical Ventilation Essential in Commercial Buildings?
What is mechanical ventilation and why do so many commercial buildings use them? We compare Coventry to London.