TY  - BOOK
AU  - Glover,Peter
TI  - Building surveys
SN  - 978041563584
AV  - 690.2 $2 18 
PY  - 2013///
CY  - Oxford
PB  - Routledge
KW  - United Kingdom
N2  - Focuses on the practical knowledge, techniques and equipment required to inspect and report on buildings accurately. Looks at foundations, walls, floors, roofs and chimneys, joinery and woodwork, finishes and surfaces. Considers modern methods of construction and recent initiatives aimed at improving the energy efficiency of properties including, solar panels, wind turbines and photovoltaic pumps. Covers all types of buildings including non-residential, flats and apartments, older residential properties, leasehold and new build and buildings under construction. Dilapidations, building conservation, the role of the expert witness are also included. Discusses recent case law and includes a glossary of terms used in building surveying
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