The Survey and inspection of External Plasterwork for Repair and Replacement
John   f.  Gleeson BSc. MRICS. AAGrad. Dip.Cons.
The University of Reading , England
 

Interpreting the Evidence:

Depending whether a single or dual approach  to the survey and inspection has been adopted ,will determine  the manner in which the information and evidence is presented.

Any report presented  after adopting the dual approach  should include the following data :-

        # Description of the condition of the external plasterwork generally.

        #  Specific problems found in both the external plasterwork and the building structure.

        #   Suggested remedies ; Short and long term options.[ including alternative techniques of  
                                                                                                   repair, replacement and conservation.]
                                        : Urgent repairs.
                                                :  Phased programme of repairs.                                             
                                                                                                                                                                                                             
                                                                          
           
         #  Drawings and photographic record.[suitable for both identification of defects and proposed ] 
                                                                          remedies and for replication of all new plaster    
                                                                         mouldings and ornamentation.
                                              
                                                                                                                                                                                            
          #  Future maintenance regime.

          #  Proposed  costings  and financial budget.
   
          #    Suggested programme and plan of work.
 
 
 

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