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INSPECTION OF A BRIDGE STRUCTURE - The Constructor

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Hence, the bridge must be regularly inspected and maintained for the benefit of its users. There are three levels of inspection: 1. General inspection: Usual inspection of representative parts of a structure. General inspection: Usual inspection of representative parts of a structure.

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STRUCTURAL DEFECTS OF FOUNDATIONS AT CONSTRUCTION.

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The problem areas, effects in foundation and defects in structure due to those causes are presented here. The problem areas, effects in foundation and defects in structure due to those causes are presented here. Insufficient width of foundation Settlement of foundation occurs due to insufficient distribution of load.

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SOLING UNDER FLOORS & FOUNDATIONS

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Rubble Stone Soling: The rubble stone generally used are of best variety of black trap / granite / basalt or other variety of stone available locally. Tweet Loading GET LATEST TOPICS IN YOUR EMAIL- SUBSCRIBE NOW.

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SETTING OUT OF FOUNDATION TRENCHES

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The following points should he observed while setting out trenches: (i) Profiles, nails, strings and lime are used for Setting out the foundation plan. (ii) 2) The axial lines (center lines) of the trenches are marked with the help of profiles, sighting rails, strings and pegs. (3)

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How To Choose The Right Roofing Material For Your Home

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This is a periodical inspection of the roof to identify and rectify any vulnerable area that could lead to the roof’s destruction, thus, failing to serve its purpose. By determining the stability of your home’s foundation, you’ll know which roofing materials to use. One of these is the architectural designer. Maintenance .

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Foundation Issues with Older Homes - Julian Construction Blog

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Foundation Repair. Foundation Replacement. Foundation Issues with Older Homes. This includes many of the home’s critical components such as its foundation. Older homes can also experience foundation issues if the foundation was laid on clay soil, which expands during wet weather and contracts when it is dry.

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Julian Construction Offers Foundation Underpinning Services.

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Foundation Repair. Foundation Replacement. Checklist for Diagnosing Foundation Problems » 09/24/2010. Julian Construction Offers Foundation Underpinning Services. Julian Construction Offers Foundation Underpinning Services. Partner, Julian Construction. Contact Info. Our Services. House Leveling.