Doing the construction of the building will certainly cost a jumbo with a long time. Therefore, various aspects during the construction process need special attention, so that the buildings made do not disappoint, and are in accordance with the initial planning
In terms of understanding, building construction is a method of constructing a building based on the requirements of being strong, functional, good looking, durable, and also cost-effective.
There are times when a building that has been completed has an error in its structure. As a result, the condition of the building is of poor quality, and has the potential to collapse if it is not handled immediately.
This kind of error is generally triggered by inaccurate calculations in technical and non-technical aspects. There are at least 2 levels of errors in building construction, namely construction defects and construction failures
Construction Defect
Construction defects mean the form of deviations or imperfect results in construction work, but have not exceeded the tolerance limit. So, do not endanger the building as a whole.
Usually, construction defects are triggered by minor worker mistakes, but cause inconveniences such as leaks or building imperfections. There is no legal umbrella or legal basis for discussing this construction defect.
Construction Fail
Construction failure is a condition where errors or irregularities occur in a construction, causing the building to collapse or collapse.
This failure is generally caused by the following:
- Foundation
Usually, the bearing capacity of the soil is poor. If not treated immediately, the foundation continues to decline so that it can cause damage to the building, or even collapse. To test the solidity of the foundation can actually be done testing PDA (Pile Drive Analyzer) and CSL Test.
- Influence of Weather/other conditions
– Erosion / landslide occurred
– Unstable air temperature
- A collision occurred
The cause of this collision is
- Condition of concrete in building structures
- The formwork is not strong enough
- Incomplete casting joints
- Overload on the structure
For buildings that have been completed, it is recommended to carry out regular structural audits. That way, signs of damage to the structure can be anticipated more quickly. (*)
