The structural damage in buildings and structures can occur as a result of several mishaps like accidental damage during or after construction, design errors, bad workmanship and aging related deterioration. The assessment of damage in buildings and structures is a critical task that requires a specialized knowledge and experience.

DMasters teams pride themselves in having an extensive experience as a result of their involvement with the investigation and assessment of all kinds of structural damage in special projects in the Gulf region.

The services provided at this stage include the following main steps:

• Document Review
• Detailed site inspection and Interview of maintenance personnel
• Material sampling and Laboratory Testing
• Structural Assessment (Analysis and Design Calculations)
• Accurate assessment of the causes of damage and recommendations for remedial works based on the Client and project requirements.

Based on the outcome of the damage assessment study performed, DMasters produce fully co-ordinated rehabilitation designs and details for the most suitable remedial works.

This service include the preparation of general arrangement plans, fully dimensioned details and sequencing arrangements to enable an experienced contractor to undertake the work.

In special cases temporary works design as may be required to carry out the detailed repair procedures. DMasters prepare the requirements for such works for the Contractor undertaking the work that will have to submit his detailed proposed temporary work design’ for approval.

The Deliverables at this stage include:

• Conditions of Contract
• Scope of Work
• Specifications
• Drawings
• Bills of Quantities