Technology-based multi-tiered building diagnosis framework

Abstract

PurposeA building deteriorates over time due to aging, wear and tear, and inadequate maintenance. Building diagnosis requires a sound knowledge of engineering, building defects, and detection tools to assess the condition of a building. The physical deterioration of a building reduces its ability to perform its intended function, while environmental deterioration influences the comfort and health of building occupants. This study presents a multi-tiered framework for the inspection of building elements and the environmental conditions of a building.Design/methodology/approachA three-tiered building inspection framework is proposed in this study, which consists of the following: Tier-I—a preliminary inspection, Tier-II—a detailed inspection, and Tier-III—an expert investigation. Each tier of inspection assesses the severity of building defects using different technologies for different levels of inspection.FindingsProposed multi-tier inspection framework is tested and implemented on a case study. Results were promising, with organized data management on a common platform for both physical and environmental condition inspection having the potential to save time.Originality/valueThe application program developed for the implementation of structured multi-tiered building inspection provides better documentation and data management for building inspection data that can save time involved in manual data operations in traditional paper-based processes.

Condition assessment model of building indoor environment: a case study on educational buildings

“…The study did not include the acoustics quality in their field measurements but rather in the questionnaire when students were surveyed. Faqih et al (2021) employed a case study to analyze a framework with different levels. It was observed that the framework provided a time-saving opportunity for the analysis of a building's physical and environmental condition.…”

“…This would consequently reduce repair cost and hinder further deterioration of the buildings. Faqih et al (2021) developed a model that assesses the physical and environmental conditions of a building on a building information modeling (BIM) framework. The model takes into account the elements that impact the physico-environmental condition of a building.…”

“…Faqih et al (2021) employed a case study to analyze a framework with different levels. It was observed that the framework provided a time-saving opportunity for the analysis of a building's physical and environmental condition.…”