by Ataur Rahman | Sep 28, 2020 | Geotechnical Engineering
What is Geotechnical Engineering Geotechnical Engineering is a branch of Civil Engineering. Geotechnical engineering uses the principles of soil mechanics and rock mechanics to investigate the subsurface condition, which helps in the design of the foundation for...
by Patrick Buffalo | Sep 23, 2020 | Building Condition Assessment
What Is a Property Condition Assessment? A Property Condition Assessment is done to identify physical deficiencies in that property. Based on the physical defects, appropriate repair and replacement costs are recommended. The property condition report is prepared as...
by Ataur Rahman | Sep 14, 2020 | Geotechnical Engineering
What is Geotechnical Engineering Geotechnical Engineering is the story of the engineering relationship between humans and earth. It is the science that explains the mechanics of soil and rock and its engineering application to the development of humankind. History of...
by Ataur Rahman | Aug 15, 2020 | Cost Consultant
The history of the Quantity surveyor profession, according to Seeley I.H Quantity Surveying Practice, 1st Edition (1984) dates back to the 18th century in the United Kingdom, when construction projects were measured and valued after they were designed and built. The...
by Patrick Buffalo | Jul 28, 2020 | Building Condition Assessment
Buying property requires detailed investigation and research before purchasing decision can be made. The Property Condition Assessment (PCA) report indicates the type of repairs that are needed, i.e., short term and the long term. A Building Condition Assessment (BCA)...
by Pinaaz Rahman | Jul 22, 2020 | Environmental Site Assessment
A Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment is recommended anytime a commercial or industrial property needs to be developed, bought, or sold. This assessment is mainly conducted to examine the potential contaminations and its effects on the subject property. If the...
by Patrick Buffalo | Jul 17, 2020 | Building Condition Assessment
A Property Condition Assessment (PCA) checks the state of a building’s core performance, substructure, and superstructure, M&E systems, including heating and cooling. A (PCA) also includes the exterior elements of the property, including site grading and drainage,...
by Pinaaz Rahman | Jul 9, 2020 | Environmental Site Assessment
A Phase 1 Site Assessment has four significant steps: • Records review Record Review is the first step to any phase 1 environmental. It requires an extensive background search of the property to assess any past activities that could lead to contaminations. The first...
by Patrick Buffalo | Jun 26, 2020 | Building Condition Assessment
When clients have a building or structure that requires remedial works, they call a consultant to a building assessment.A Building Condition Assessment also referred to as a Property Condition Assessment (PCA), is a process that involves inspection, review, and report...
by Pinaaz Rahman | Jun 17, 2020 | Environmental Site Assessment
Phase 1 site assessment is a mandatory assessment that is carried out when buying or selling any property. It helps determine whether the property is in a good state and whether it will sustain over time. To conduct Phase 1 Environmental, you will first require a...