{"title":"Adrian Tagg","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdrian Tagg\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in practical guides that bridge the gap between theory and application in the field of engineering and technology. His works provide clear, authoritative insights into technical due diligence and building surveying, particularly within commercial property contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders seeking comprehensive resources on property assessment, risk evaluation, and structural analysis will find Tagg’s writing both accessible and detailed, making complex topics approachable for professionals and students alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"technical-due-diligence-and-building-surveying-for-commercial-property-by-adrian-tagg-9781138745179","title":"Technical Due Diligence and Building Surveying for Commercial Property","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTechnical Due Diligence and Building Surveying for Commercial Property\u003c\/em\u003e is the first book to introduce the process of technical due diligence (TDD) and examine the role of the building surveyor within the commercial property sector. The book outlines the processes that the surveyor must go through when performing a TDD inspection and report, and most importantly, covers in detail the typical pathology and defects encountered during TDD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerforming a TDD survey involves collecting, analysing and reporting on a huge amount of information, often under specific contractual conditions. The book covers everything the surveyor needs to know in order to do a proper job and includes analysis of materials, life cycles and potential defects on an elemental basis, with detail on individual components where necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCoverage includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAn introduction to the TDD process and types of commercial buildings encountered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChapters outlining the life cycle and defects of: structures, roofs, facades, finishes and services.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHundreds of illustrations and photographs of defects, real-world case studies, and suggestions for further reading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA final chapter covering legal issues and technical details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book fills a clear gap in the literature and is the first fully illustrated book on TDD dedicated to commercial building stock. It will help students and professionals to understand the process, the science involved and the reasons why defects occur, as well as their evolution and long-term impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47607879500012,"sku":"9781138745179","price":329.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/abed474db343ed9c58df1d914285374f.jpg?v=1778187083"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/adrian-tagg.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}