Site Inspections

Forensic and Structural inspections are undertaken by experienced Engineering/Building Technicians.

For forensic building inspections a Scope of Works is defined which generally comprises:

• an internal and external inspection of the structure
• recording of floor levels
• compilation of crack type and location within the structure and geotechnical investigations as required
• Soil testing and site investigation

The fieldwork is carried out with reference to AS 1726, AS 1289, AS 2870-2011, The Foundation and Footings Society (Vic) Inc recommendations on special provisions for site investigations and the Building Commission Guide to Standards and Tolerances.

A written report is issued which states the likely cause/s of the cracking/distress and commonly includes photographs of the distress and provides recommendations for remedial work.