TY - BOOK AU - Kubba,Sam TI - Architectural forensics SN - 0071498427 AV - TH441 .K83 2008 U1 - 690.21 22 PY - 2008/// CY - New York PB - McGraw-Hill KW - Building failures KW - Investigation KW - Architecture N1 - Includes bibliographical references (p. 429-432) and index; Defining architectural forensics -- The assignment/investigation -- The forensic architect's role & scope in evaluations & acquisitions -- The evaluation/investigation process -- Nondestructive and destructive testing -- Forensic photogrammetry -- The building site -- Structural systems -- Roofing systems -- Heading, ventilating & air conditioning (HVAC) systems -- Electrical & lighting systems -- Plumbing systems -- Vertical transportation systems -- Interior systems -- Exterior closure systems, building envelope -- Interior air quality, environmental issues -- Natural hazards -- Additional issues -- Your own office and web site -- Litigation, dispute resolution, and the expert witness ER -