Even with the right and quality materials, mistakes by workers can lead to a building collapsing.
A recent analysis identifies five primary triggers behind Nigeria’s frequent building collapses.
1. Inferior building materials
Inferior building materials have their limit. Using them to construct structures that are not strong enough to withstand can lead to building collapse. Some people purchase substandard materials to cut costs, but it is not ideal when you know it can’t fortify the building.
2. Weak foundation
The process of creation is expected to be thoroughly scrutinized and supervised. You have to consider the solidity of the soil and whether the building that is about to be built won’t be heavy for the foundation. For instance, swampy areas require very strong bases that can withstand the heaviness of the structure about to be built.
3. Workers’ mistakes
Even with the right and quality materials, mistakes by workers can lead to a building collapsing. When you employ unskilled workers, there is a possibility that they will not pay attention to the details of every process during construction. Experts know when to brace up.