Blogs About Structural Repair Works
Is It Possible To Apply New Waterproofing System Over The Existing One?
This is a question that many people have been wondered. “Applying the new waterproofing system over the old system would enforce the existing waterproofing system,
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Epoxy Flooring for Your Premise
Epoxy flooring has shot to prominence in today’s interior design scene. Because of its smooth, glossy texture and tough build, epoxy has emerged as a
When to get a professional to repair concrete cracks
Concrete cracks. While some cracks might not require repair, others might have serious effects on the structure. How can you tell the difference? It is
Restoration And Conservation Project Of Dome, Roof And Associated Works Masjid Kapitan Keling Georgetown, Pulau Pinang
Masjid Kapitan Keling is probably the most well-known mosque in the state of Pulau Pinang and on the mainland. Built in the 18th century, the Kapitan Keling Mosque is the oldest formally established mosque by Indian Muslim traders in George Town.
Structural Repairs (M) Sdn Bhd Was Proudly Invited By PAM To Present About PAM Architectural Heritage Conservation Course For Architects
Kuala Lumpur, 4th November 2023 – Structural Repairs (M) Sdn Bhd was invited by PAMPresident and PAM Human Settlement, Heritage and Conservation Committee (HHC) to
Restoration & Conservation Project Of Istana Hulu (SRK Raja Mazwin), Kuala Kangsar, Perak Darul Ridzuan
History Istana Hulu (formerly known as the Istana Kota) is located on Bukit Chandan in Kuala Kangsar, not far from the renowned Ubudiah Mosque. Year
Common Controlled Demolition Methods & Their Importance
Because controlled demolition techniques are so much more favorable than conventional demolition procedures, demand for them is increasing daily. Demolition is the process of breaking
Everything You Need To Know About Waterproof External Walls
It’s crucial to safeguard a house or any other property from water damage. The external walls of any structure are among its most fragile components
Restoration & Conservation Project Of Rumah Sri Aman (Formerly Known As Government Rest House) For The Purpose Of Turning Into The Sri Aman Museum In Sarawak
“KUCHING, July 15 2022: Rumah Sri Aman, where the Sri Aman Declaration was signed between Sarawak government and the communists on October 21, 1973, will
Everything You Need To Know About Waterproof Swimming Pool
Swimming pools exist in a wide variety of styles, dimensions, and shapes and serve a variety of functions. It is crucial to ensure that a
Everything You Need To Know About Failure In Waterproofing
“We have seen an extraordinary demand for waterproof assessment services for high-rise buildings as more people have encountered the failure of their existing waterproofing.” Due
Everything You Need To Know About Waterproof Lift Pit
Why it is important to waterproof the lift pit? In order to preserve your property and save expensive remediation, lift pit waterproofing needs to be
Everything You Need To Know About Waterproof Planter Box
Planter boxes can improve the overall look of a home or garden by adding a touch of greenery to any outdoor area. However, these planter
Are You Searching For Specialists In Large Residential, Commercial, And Industrial Structural Repair?
Your industrial, commercial, or even apartment complexes require routine upkeep and repair to improve their durability, longevity, maintain their aesthetic appeal, and safeguard the worth
The Difference Between Structural Repair And General Repair
No two “repair jobs” are alike since no two buildings are the same. Sometimes a straightforward handyman job will do, while other times structural repair
The Difference Between A Handyman, General Contractor & Building Repair Specialist: How to differentiate?
We frequently see areas where repairs have been attempted when we are called to provide a quote for a job (we’re talking hastily patched concrete,
Top 5 Methods For Finding Leaks
“Structural Repairs (M) Sdn Bhd has more than 30 years of experience in waterproofing, roofing repair, and maintenance, and has worked its way up to
LEAKING IN EXPANSION JOINT: WHY EXPANSION JOINT REPAIR IS NECESSARY?
What is expansion joint? An expansion joint is a void created in the building’s structures by an architect or engineer to accommodate the structure’s movement
Why Do Foundation Cracks Occur?
“You shouldn’t be alarmed by tiny, hairline cracks because older homes frequently have them. However, some cracks require a professional inspection. Stair-step cracks and splits
Building Maintenance and Repair: Its Importance & How Dilapidation Survey Can Help
“In Structural Repairs (M) Sdn Bhd, we provide one stop solution from scratch to hatch by providing dilapidation survey services and providing proposal to repair;
Techniques For Preventing Damage And Deterioration To Concrete Surfaces
To prevent deterioration from environmental factors, concrete structural members must have their surfaces protected. Damage to concrete structures is caused by a variety of factors,
What Is Retrofitting: Why There Is A Need To Retrofit The Structures?
What is retrofitting? Retrofitting is a technique for improving a structure’s useable life. Depending on the building, the extent of the damage, the goal of
What Is Foundation Settlement? How We Can Solve By Using An Innovative Technology?
In order to build a strong and long-lasting structure, various foundation types will be chosen based on the soil’s bearing capacity and density. However, regardless
Water Leakage In Basement: Causes & Methods To Repair
Any underground structures (basement) made up of a base slab, walls, and a top slab is partially or entirely exposed to the surrounding soil and
Why Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Polymers (CFRP) Strengthening Material Needs To Be Fire-Proofed?
What is carbon fibre reinforced polymers (CFRP)? Carbon fibre is one of the materials that has assisted the building and repair sectors, it is also
Efflorescence In Concrete: Causes & Prevention
If the building is built of brick, tiles, concrete, or other masonry materials, efflorescence is a frequent problem that most residential and commercial buildings encounter.
How To Stop Water Leakage From Roof Ceiling: The Causes, Effects & Solutions
What is water leakage from roof ceiling? A common problem with a building’s ceiling area is water leaking from it. In general, a ceiling water
Identifying The Causes Of Crack Patterns: Cracks Mapping & Visual Inspection
It is essential to determine the type and cause of the cracks developed in concrete structure by cracks mapping or visual inspection. Additionally, it would
Dampness in Building: Causes & Prevention
What is dampness in building? The presence of unwanted moisture in a building’s structure, whether through condensation inside the building or infiltration from the outside,
Concrete Sweating: Causes & Prevention
Why is concrete sweating? When warm air in the atmosphere meets cooler concrete, condensation (water droplets) form on the concrete, which is known as concrete
Structural Assessment: Its Importance & Procedures
The subject of structural integrity and structural assessment has gained popularity. Tenants also want the reassurance that the structure they are renting is safe for
How And Why “Adaptive Reuse” By Transforming Old Buildings For New Use Is Necessary And Profitable
Through adaptive reuse, abandoned or old buildings can be converted into new residences, businesses, and hotels while still making sound financial and environmental sense. Architect
Top 3 Advantages of Lifting Concrete Sidewalks and Walkways that Have Settled
Concrete walkways and sidewalks that have settled might provide some major concerns that demand care. With time and soil erosion and settlement, sidewalks and walkways
Commercial Roof Leaks: 7 Red Flags
Waterproofing is the main function of your roof. To avoid extensive damage, it’s critical to identify the warning indications of a roof leak and take
Concrete Surface Preparation: Its Importance
Why is surface preparation necessary? We always have feedback from client that they think the surface preparation cost is high. Sometimes, the surface preparation cost
Drones For Building Façade & Roof Inspection: The Latest Trend
The old buildings are deteriorating nationwide. Building owners, contractors, property management firms, and facilities management firms are becoming increasingly concerned about the façade problem due
Is Compact Grouting A Solution To Weak Soils?
It is frequently said that the most effective technique to deal with the issue of weak soils is to use a compaction grouting treatment. Over
Restoration Of 88 Units Of Traditional Malay Timber Houses At Morten Village, Melaka
History In Melaka City, Melaka, Malaysia, there is a historical traditional Malay village known as The Morten Village (Malay: Kampung Morten). The town is named
Carbon Fibre Strengthening: The Advantages Of Carbon Fibre For Existing Structures
What is carbon fibre? Carbon fibre is one of the materials that has assisted the building and repair sectors, it is also known as graphite
Honeycombs In Concrete: The Causes, Effects & Method To Repair
What is honeycombs in concrete? When cement paste or concrete fails to fill up the spaces around coarse aggregate particles and reinforcing steel, hollow sections
Which Industrial Flooring Methods Is Most Suitable To Your Business?
Flooring is available in a wide variety of designs, colors, textures, and materials. Not only can the correct flooring help you create the atmosphere and
Do I Need Services for Concrete Restoration?
Although concrete is a robust and versatile material, but it is not unbreakable. Concrete deteriorates over time due to damage, natural wear or weather, leaving
What You Should Know About Removal and Replacement of Sealant
One of the easiest methods to increase the quality of a building’s structure and its ability to save energy is by removing and replacing the
Benefits of Rope Access (Abseiling) for Building Maintenance
Rope access (abseiling) is regarded as the safest and most effective access method utilized throughout the world for the completion of work and making it
Top 5 Techniques For Commercial Building Waterproofing
In this post, we’ve covered the best ways to waterproof your business building, whether you’re looking to improve your existing method or are going to
Identifying Cracks in Buildings
You never want to find a crack in a building because not only are they unattractive (and need to be covered), but they also indicate
CHOOSING A SPECIALISED CONTRACTOR
It is best to choose the commercial professionals who are aware about the latest products and industrial applications and have a good history of similar
Concrete cancer and concrete spalling: the causes and method to repair
What is concrete cancer? The concrete that has developed cracks and separated from the substrate. Common signs: corrosion, flaking, cracking, disintegrated concrete, rust stains or
EXPANSION JOINT REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR: CAUSES AND EFFECTS
What is expansion joint? An expansion joint is usually placed on structures such as bridges, highways and sidewalks. It is a mid-structure separation to absorb
NEW NORM FOR ASSET AND FACILITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES:
3D LASER SCANNING TO BIM FOR FACILITY MANAGEMENT APPLICATION
TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW – 3D Terrestrial Laser Scanning (TLS) Laser scans into a Building Information Model (BIM). It collects and documents valuable information in a consistent
Polyurea Technology For Your World
History Of Polyurea Technology Automotive RIM (Reaction Injection Molding) Simultaneous development of polyurea technology – Texaco Chemical Company & Bayer Corp What is Pure Polyurea?
Reasons WHY we choose PVC waterproofing membrane to waterproof RC flat roof rather than the traditional membrane system?
WHAT is the PVC waterproofing membrane? PVC waterproofing membrane is a single-ply membrane roof system that is factory fabricated and installed in the field as
ACCU Nara International Correspondent -The Twenty-First Regular Report
Introduction Built in 1965 at a cost of KMIO million (USD2.42 million). the National Mosque (or Masjid Negara) is one of Southeast Asia’s largest mosques
Rectification Works Of RC Water Tank For Cold Water & Fire Protection System At Common Facilities KLCC
It is our great honor to announce that we have successfully completed the Rectification Works of RC Water Tank for Cold Water & Fire Protection
Residential Building Repair & Maintenance: High Rise Condominium in Taman Desa, Kuala Lumpur
High rise condominiums consist of multiple separate housing units that share the same plot of land. This type of residential building provides basic amenities, including
Installation of Inspection Ladder on Exposed Rock Slopes at North-South Highway
Back in 1998, there are three spots of exposed rock slope after the construction of North-South Highway. The height of the rocky slopes are up
Sarawak New Museum- Polyurethane (PU) Flooring and Waterproofing Works
The new Sarawak Museum Complex is the largest museum complex in Malaysia and second largest in South-East Asia. The new museum was designed and completed
Concrete Honeycombs Repair
Honeycombs are hollow spaces & cavities left on the concrete surface or inside the concrete where concrete could not reach, mainly due to inadequate vibration
Repairing Cracks with Epoxy Injection Method
With cracks greater than 0.3mm or it is identified that the crack is a through crack. The method use in repairing such cracks is usually
How to Repair Cracks In Concrete
The severity of cracks are categorized by its crackwidth. And repair methods will depends on the severity of cracks. Cracks with width of less than
Maintenance and Inspection of Railway Tracks in Malaysia
The ever-increasing problems faced around the world have the demands that transportation need to be improved as an effective and efficient communication means. It is
Extending the Lifespan of a Building
The lifespan of a typical concrete building usually ranges from 75 years to 100 years or more. Buildings deteriorates over time due to normal wear
8 Techniques of Soil Improvement. Case Study In Malaysia: 41 Landed Houses in Sg Siput, Perak (Part 2)
Soil improvement in its broadest sense is the alteration of any property of a soil to improve its engineering performance such as strength, reduced compressibility,
6 Cases of Soil/ Ground Settlement. Case Study In Malaysia: 41 Landed Houses in Sg Siput, Perak (Part 1)
What is foundation settlement? What are the causes for ground/ soil settlement? In this video we will show one of the projects in Sg Siput,
4 Signs of Your Building Settling or Sinking. Case Study In Malaysia: Petrol Station
There are a few significant signs that property owners may notice if your foundations are undergoing major issues with settling. First, the foundation itself may
Sharing Session with University Malaya
In collaboration with the Department of Building Surveying, University Malaya, we held a sharing session with the lecturers; Dr. Rizal, Dr. Zahir & Ms. Shirley
Salt Contamination & Desalination in Heritage Buildings
Heritage buildings are susceptible to deterioration due to several factors including climatic conditions, dampness and structural failures. In building conservation, salt attack and rising damp
Rising Dampness in Buildings
One common problem that buildings constructed mainly with masonry is rising dampness. As masonry materials such as bricks are porous, which consist of voids or
Highway Bridges Concrete Repair and Strengthening Works
Highways are key infrastructure in urban development as it links and connects township all over the countries which is important for socio-economic development. And highway
Waterproofing at Resevoir Air Selangor Kepong
We are proudly present our newly completed project – the Rehabilitation & Refurbishment of Reservoir and Pump House at the Kepong Estate 10MG, Selangor. Structural
Segmental Bridge Girder Repair
In Malaysia, segmental bridge construction has been emerging more and more for the past two decades. Segmental bridge starts to gain recognition as a preferred
Commercial Shopping Mall Façade Repairs in KL
A building facade is not only important in achieving superior aesthetics, it also has a crucial functionality role especially in light transmittance, acoustics performance and
Facade Restoration and Repairs
The word facade originally comes from the Italian word “facciata”, and is defined as the outside or all of the external faces of a building.
Heritage Conservation Malaysia
Heritage is our past that been preserved for the present and it will be inherited for the future generations. Heritage itself is conceptualized as the
Swimming Pools Repair and Waterproofing Works
Swimming pools in condominiums are quite common nowadays. To maximize space most swimming pools in condominiums are designed to be located at the upper-level common
Structural Strengthening with Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) for RC Structures
Structural strengthening is the process of upgrading structures to improve performance under existing loads or to increase the strength of structural members to carry additional
Waterproofing works for high-rise buildings in Malaysia. (KPJ Healthcare)
Malaysia is a tropical climate country where we experience rainfall throughout the year. With rainfall, comes water, one of the most tenacious enemy for a
RC Water Tank Polyurea Waterproofing System
Reinforced concrete (RC) water tanks are susceptible to cracking and leads to leakage. Various factor can cause cracks to appear in RC water tank structures
Winner of PAM Awards 2013 – Conservation Category
Restoration Of The Main Copper Dome And Other Roof Areas In 2010, Think City Sdn. Bhd. (a subsidiary company wholly owned by Khazanah Nasional Berhad),
