Quality methodology to ensure optimum construction quality

Quality of implementation, reliability, safety and the search for material performance have become major concerns in the field of construction. Whether you are a Buyer or a responsible investor, if you want to reduce the risks associated with the quality of execution of your work, below are few recommendations:

For each construction, ensure to check that the implementation of the work in progress conforms with the plans and/or the specific selections of the customer. Besides, regular inspections on site should be carried out by all buyers. Each checkpoint must be supervised, checked, and evaluated by construction standards and state of the building art.

Quality of excavation and foundations

  • An engineer should validate adequate excavation level and bearing capacity along with the weight of the property.
  • Verify the dimensions are good and examine the foundation and thickness of the concrete slabs to ensure that the assembly has no abnormal cracks. All must respect the plans and specifications.
  • Identify high and low points on the ground to ensure that they comply with the plan and that the foundation is properly waterproofed.
  • See that the sewage disposal equipment is adequately connected and as provided for in the engineer's approved plan.
  • Confirm that the layout of the underground utilities is adequate and that the connections are well made. 

Finally, buyers need to check all the construction procedures are correctly maintained for future perfection. The quality of the framework should be verified apart from the building envelope, insulation, woodwork and paint, finish of floors, quality of cabinets, mechanical finishes, and Quality of the landscape.

--Shailaja K