PLUMBING PROBLEMS IN BUILDINGS TESTING WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM AND DRAINAGE IN BUILDINGS
Testing water supply system and drainage in buildings the scanning of water pipes in a structure reveals the path of a leak and shows the location of the failure of a pipe very accurately. These scans work correctly for any type of pipe, whether plastic, steel, or copper.Scans can be performed on structural walls and floors
WATER PIPE FAILURES
Water pipe failures result in several types of leaks: leaks where the tap connects to the pipe leaks beneath the floor and in water pipe heating systems leaks of plumbing connections inside walls underground leaks from supply or drainage pipes leaks where pipes connect to other pipes Diagnostic tools include ultrasonic images and fiber optic photography from inside pipes to accurately locate the problem and its cause. These diagnostics, plus the necessary analytical skills equal unsurpassed accuracy in locating and diagnosing leaks
PHOTOGRAPHY OF SEWAGE DRAINAGE LINES
Infratek also performs photography of sewage drain lines,accurately identifying the type and location of the problem. This type of fiber optic photography allows diagnosis and repair with a minimum of digging and invasive techniques
CONSTRUCTION SOUNDNESS CHECKUP
Housing checkup prior to residency
Before anyone take residency, a house or apartment is checked to determine wheter it meets building regulations, and wheter the contractor has met all obligations associated with planning and building of the structure. This inspection does not involve any destruction or digging.
Check for moisture
Moisture tests are carried out with a humidity meter to identify any signs of excess moisture. if necessary and requested,reviews can be done using infrared cameras. The results of the camera diagnostics are combined with all other test results to give an overall report of any moisture problems.
Pre-residency Testing of Housing
tests are conducted as described above,and also include a thorough review of any found defects. The customer is promptly adviced of any problems so that he or she is able to make a decision as to whether to go ahead with the purchase. inspection of Under-Floor Piping System pipe system running under the floors are tested to ensure that they are installed according to requirements. tests at junctions with public system pipes are tested at the utility connection to ensure they meet safety, design,and construction requirements.
Court Opinions
Infratek provides expert testimony on construction failures when appointed to do so by the courts.
Arbitration
Infratek can participate in arbitration of disputes between contractors to prevent prolonged litigation in the court system.
Mediation Services
Infratek can praticipate in mediation of conflicts between contractors and purchasers. The advantage of mediation is that it doesnt' require the extensive amount of time and potential expenses of a lawsuit.
For a quote and other information call 1-800-33-44-36 or contact us at the site
ALL INSPECTIONS ARE CONDUCTED BY
SHRAGA GORMAN ENGIENEER
MSC BUILDING ENGINEER - SUPERVISION, MANAGEMENT AND
CONTROL
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Shraga Gorman, graduated from the Technion in Haifa in 1961 and bacame part of the qualified faculty in 1966. Gorman has extensive experience in construction planning as well as knowledge, expertise and experience of many years in the planning,execution, and management of large project and consultancy in all aspects of the construction trade. He has taken graduate-level courses in basic mediation given by silfr (israel) LTD, and he is considered an expert engineer of record with the courts system. Gorman is listed as a specialist in center court as an engineering expert for construction issues.
As part of his work in one of the leading construction firms in the country,Shraga Gorman held a variety of job functions involved in the establishment and management of construction sites.
In 1986 he began to operate independently, becoming a partner in the supervision,construction and management of projects in the private sector and business sector, including public buildings. His achievements includes:
Project management experience from 160 residential units on behalf of the company and Housing and Development in Ramat Aviv Gimel.
Residential project management experience on behalf of Roberg-Nehemia North Tel Baruch
Project management experience with large industrial company Dnisra
Supervision experience in residential and industerial sites in Pardes-Hanna,Ramat-Gan,First-Mark Barkan.
Supervision experience of construction works and infrastructure in Elkana
Over the years, Shrags Gorman has gained vast experience in managing real estate projects, providing comprehensive services in project management for a wide range of clients such as entrepreneurs,institutions,local goverments,and private contractors and customers.
With one call, the customer can speak with the person responsible for each type of engineering activity involved in a project.
All projects are reviewed thoroughly beforehand to prevent mistakes. Experience in planning,reviewing plans,and review of specifications results in fewer misunderstandings,saving the customer money during the implementation phase. Projects are adapted to existing budget frameworks throughout every stage of planning, and schedules are strictly kept to ensure that products finish on time.
MAPPING INFRASTRUCTURE AND REVEALING UNDERGROUND LEAKS
Infratek performs above-ground mapping to reveal underground infrastructure
AEREAS OF ACTIVITY
Underground scanning and detection of infrastructure such as plumbing,cables,and other utility structures
Scanning the area before excavation to prevent needless damage to the infrastructure
Locating the precise route of utility lines and pipes
Accurate detection and mapping of problem areas
Deep water leak detection
Mapping of primary underground piping in all depths
Connections between public utilities and private homes
Detection of plumbing problems in supply or drainage lines from and to the utility company
Location of defects or leaks in swimming pools
Detection and mapping of: plumbing- water,sewerage, drainage,gas,etc
Use of electrical and ultrasonic technology for: Detection rout lines-piping,cables
Locating flow of water underground
BENEFIT OF TESTS
When water leaks are detected and accurately located,the result is savings in excess water costs,prevention of injury due to infrastructure defects,and proper replacement of existing defective infrastructure.
Early stage planning allows for greater efficiency in building infrastructure while the majority of construction jobs are being completed in a given area.
Mapping sewage and water lines before dirt work
Mapping checking water lines
SEALING POOLS
Before sealing leaks in pools,it's important to detect and locate where the leak is occurring.It is important to detect problems with the drainage system of the pool and at seams in a pool's lining. Leakage of a pool's seal must be detected and repaired too.
ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
Scanning of electrical panels with infrared cameras can prevent problems with electrical fires that result from electrical failure at the panel. Thirty percent of fires are caused by failures within electrical system
The main causes of electrical fires are as follows
unstable contacts/defective electrical connections
Overloading electrical circuits due to defective planning or implemention
Defective electrical components
Wear and tear of the wiring itself
For these reasons, early infrared detection of hazards allows: reduction in the incidence of fires
Saving time by preventing unexpected downtime in advance saving money by fixing hazards before they can cause a fire
Work can proceed as usual while the tests of the electrical system are being performed.