Practical Guide

Methods and units of measurements for civil construction works are depends on nature, shape and size of civil work and for payments to the contractor.

Dewatering of excavations are required at construction sites generally for foundation works. Various methods for dewatering of excavations are described.

The quality issues observed in construction practices are addressed in a report called the non-conformance report or the non-conformity report (NCR). An NCR explains the deviation of a specific con

Non-destructive testing of masonry structures is not common in practice. However methods of NDT testing of masonry structures are available which can be used for evaluation of existing masonry stru

There are various Non Destructive Testing Equipments for concrete strength evaluation are available these days. These NDT equipments are useful to determine quality of concrete construction.

Parallel-seismic tests are non-destructive surface techniques used to test the quality of pile foundations. It is used to determine the length and integrity of pile foundations that are not accessi

Non-destructive testing (NDT) is performed on underwater concrete structures as a part of structural investigation, routine preventive maintenance programs, or examinations prompted by an acci

Non-destructive testing is a solution to find the strength of the existing steel structure and its joints such as welds. Di-Penetration Test, Magnetic Particle Testing, and ultrasonic testing are t

Few things are as frustrating as a squeaky floor in an otherwise quiet home. That telltale creak with every step can turn a peaceful evening into an annoyance that grates on your nerves. The good news is that fixing squeaky floors is a straightforward DIY project that requires minimal tools and materials. Understanding what causes