Análise das manifestações patológicas em uma edificação multifamiliar em sua fase de pré-entrega

Abstract

The population growth and the technological progress has been the key factors in the expansion of the construction industry. However, it is notable that, despite the adoption of new technologies in the construction sector, both in construction processes and in the materials used, this progress has not led to higher quality buildings or longer service life. A considerable number of pathological manifestations have been detected in buildings. These problems can be attributed to inadequate planning, design or execution faults, the use of low-quality materials, a lack of skill in the workforce and a lack of control over the construction process. This study aims to use diagnostic engineering tools to identify and describe the possible causes of pathological manifestations found in a multi-family building in the city of João Pessoa-PB, in its pre-delivery stage. The methods used to conduct the research included visual identification and photographic recording of anomalies and non-conformities, and the monitoring of the evolution of the manifestations. It was identified that the main pathological manifestations consisted of efflorescence on the floors, cracks in building elements and damp stains on the plaster ceiling. Therefore, identifying the various construction faults and non-conformities before the building is handed over makes it possible to correct these problems, thus guaranteeing the quality and safety of the buildings.