Site investigation involves testing the surface soil and subsurface
soil conditions of the land on which a structure is to come up to help with
proper planning and drawing. The risk
assessment also includes sampling of gases and water present in the
ground. Samples are taken from varying
depths initially with hand tools and then with drilling systems on rigs to get
soil from greater depths. This
information is very important to determine the design and strength of the foundations
that have to be laid so that it is able to support the structures that will be
resting on it.
Viable Projects with
Topographical Surveys
Topographical surveys are needed to give designers and architects an
idea of the lay of the land that will serve as the base on which a construction
will come up. This is particularly
important if the project involves bridges or roads. The contours of the ground are mapped as well
as anything else that is there like walkways, utility poles, manholes, and the
like. Taking this survey ensures that
you do not sink your time and money into projects that are not viable. Costly mistakes are avoided as well as any
unforeseen complications.
Timely Project Delivery with the
Help of Surveyors and Designers
Building surveyor duties include providing professional advice on all
matters of construction including alterations, renovations, any defects or
extensions, and overseeing this work.
They have information on health and safety regulations. They undertake valuation of a building and
also identify and report building defects.
Principal designers also advise clients and provide designers and
contractors with information that is needed to construct the building. The final design for a project is determined
by the principle designer. He also
liaises with the principle contractor to ensure that the project is delivered
on time and without any health or safety risks to all the people concerned.
