An Introduction to the Inspection of Concrete Buildings and Structures

All concrete deteriorates over time, primarily due to design, construction quality, and environmental conditions. It is important to understand the deterioration mechanisms that may occur in order to specify appropriate repair procedures, techniques, and methodologies. A variety of non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques are now available to assist with the inspection of concrete structures and buildings.

The presentation, An Introduction to the Inspection of Concrete Buildings and Structures, covers the causes of concrete deterioration and the inspection methods currently available to determine the nature and extent of that deterioration. It explains how to specify and commission a concrete investigation to ensure sufficient information is obtained to develop an effective repair strategy for the future management of the structure, including guidance on what should be included in the specification and contract documentation.