Here we are discussing the Role of a Building Inspection Company in UAE with multiple branches in Saudi Arabia for building integrity Survey and building information modelling or BIM Engineering/Revit Modeling Services. The scope of a building inspection company is to inspect, assess and evaluate the existing conditions of the buildings including the condition of outbuildings, car parks, external areas and the surrounding landscape. All items included in the survey are to be quantified and located specifically so that they can form a clear and unambiguous schedule of repair and renovation works that will be incorporated into the final works package for the renovation contractor.
All items should also include recommendations for repairs, maintenance, or further investigations where required. Inspection and evaluation of the conditions of the structural elements of the buildings including the reinforced concrete structure, slabs, columns, beams, walls, floors, roofs. This is to be a detailed civil condition assessment by visual inspection including above ceilings and below floor finishes (carpets etc). Any additional structural testing be required based upon the visual survey, then the building surveying company shall recommend specific additional non-destructive testing as a part of their final report with relevant photos and a written justification.
SCOPE OF BUILDING SURVEY
Scope covers Inspection and evaluation of the conditions of building including all the waterproofing systems and the entire area. Inspection and evaluation of the conditions of all parts of the façade itself, particularly the condition of the exterior finishes, the external windows, doors, handrails, balconies and other façade elements; this should include an evaluation of the paintwork, cladding, and other components required for the smooth, safe operation of the building. Inspection and evaluation of the interior elements and associated finishes of the building including all walls, cladding, floors, ceilings, ceiling voids, soffits, doors (including hardware1), internal windows (including hardware), partitions, handrails, stairs and all other interior elements or decorative items.
Laser scanner mounted on a tripod and aligned positioning of the device around the structure for 360° coverage. Laser pulses pass through different surface areas of an object and bounce back. After completing this cycle, captured reflections create a “point cloud” and detailed 3D Model by building scanning.
MEP SURVEY IN BUILDING INTEGRITY SURVEY
Inspection and evaluation of all the mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems including all components associated with the following: Heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems including but not limited to all HVAC equipment, ducting, Piping, Insulations, accessories, controls, sensors, valves, support systems, etc.
MEP SURVEY ELEMENTS
Fire & Life Safety systems including Fire detection & alarm, & emergency lighting (h) Internal and external lighting for day-to-day standard operation, for decorative purposes and for emergency use.
(i) All electrical accessories including DBs, light switches, sensors, thermostats etc (j) Earthing & Lightning protection system. (k) Fire protection systems including but not limited to piping, sprinklers, hose reels, extinguishers, landing valves, clean agent system, sensors, valves, auxiliary fire suppression systems, firefighting pumps, support systems etc.
During MEP Survey in building inspection, scope includes Engineering Survey and Modelling of (l) Internal and external drainage / sewerage and rainwater drainage systems including but not limited to condensate drainage systems, pipework, insulation, all drain traps, channels, outlets, clean outs, inspection points, support systems, gully traps and manholes. (m) Internal and external water supply systems including but not limited hot & chilled water systems, piping, Insulations, accessories, controls, sensors, valves, meters, support systems, heaters, pumps, water storage tanks, etc.
BIM ENGINEERING SERVICES
For building restoration, planning, renovation and building condition assessment, BIM Engineering Services plays an important role with various BIM Modelling services in different sectors. It may have Structural BIM, Architectural BIM, MEP BIM with excellent BIM Coordination & BIM Integration services. For Heritage BIM Modelling-BIM Modelling is the right method for structural detailing and Modeling.
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