Building Defects and Failures: Diagnosis and Avoidance

Ransom, W. H.

ISBN 10: 0419117504 / ISBN 13: 9780419117506

Published by E & FN Spon, 1981

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Building Defects and Failures: Diagnosis and Avoidance
• Publisher: E & FN Spon
• Publication Date: 1981
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0419117504
• ISBN 13: 9780419117506
• Binding: hardcover
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 300 grams

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Synopsis

Building Failures gives practical guidance on the prevention of failure by describing the nature and cause of the most common defects in buildings, and then shows how they should be avoided in design and construction.

Review

...a useful contribution to any library and will play the part in reminding students, designers and builders alike of the major defects and how they can be avoided. - Buidling Technology and Management

...well written, well presented, valuable information and guidance...wholeheartedly recommended... - RIBA Journal

...a bargain...design professionals...should have the book on their desk. - The Construction Specifier