Download or read book Structural Defects Reference Manual for Low-Rise Buildings written by Michael F. Atkinson and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2014-04-21 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Structural Defects Reference Manual for Low-Rise Buildings has been written to assist professionals and students involved in building construction to identify causes of structural failure. Each chapter carefully addresses design, materials and workmanship factors which contribute to structural defects. The main structural elements - roofs, walls, floors and foundations - are all covered and illustrated by case studies. The book also contains relevant data and guidance to show how all the different building elements should be designed and constructed.