Construction Quality Assurance Observations Services

The Role of Quality Assurance in Construction

During the construction process, property owners often want to have a third party perform Quality Assurance Observations (QAO) and testing for components of the building envelope. These observations are not necessarily required by the building department or local codes, but instead are designed to make sure that other aspects of the building are constructed properly.

Generally, these observations will focus on areas such as waterproofing, doors and windows, roofing, floor flatness, Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS) and other areas that will impact the performance of the building and the occupant comfort. In addition, ECS can perform testing to verify proper installation.

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The Role of Quality Assurance in Construction

During the construction process, property owners often want to have a third party perform Quality Assurance Observations (QAO) and testing for components of the building envelope. These observations are not necessarily required by the building department or local codes, but instead are designed to make sure that other aspects of the building are constructed properly.

Generally, these observations will focus on areas such as waterproofing, doors and windows, roofing, floor flatness, Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS) and other areas that will impact the performance of the building and the occupant comfort. In addition, ECS can perform testing to verify proper installation.

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Diverse Construction Quality Assurance Testing Conducted by ECS

  • Spray testing of window assemblies to check for leaks
  • Infrared thermography to check for hot/cold spots which may be indicative of leaks in the building envelope
  • Below and above grade waterproofing,
  • Roofing
  • Curtain wall
  • Relative humidity
  • Slab moisture

Diverse Construction Quality Assurance Testing Conducted by ECS

  • Spray testing of window assemblies to check for leaks
  • Infrared thermography to check for hot/cold spots which may be indicative of leaks in the building envelope
  • Below and above grade waterproofing,
  • Roofing
  • Curtain wall
  • Relative humidity
  • Slab moisture
waterproofing

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Prominent Quality Assurance Construction Projects by ECS

  • 845 W. Madison, Chicago, IL
  • Westin Infinite Energy Hotel, Duluth, GA
  • The Trove, Arlington, VA
  • P-913 Communication Center, Virginia Beach, VA

Prominent Quality Assurance Construction Projects by ECS

  • 845 W. Madison, Chicago, IL
  • Westin Infinite Energy Hotel, Duluth, GA
  • The Trove, Arlington, VA
  • P-913 Communication Center, Virginia Beach, VA
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Understanding What Construction Quality Assurance Involves

QA in construction aims to mitigate potential mistakes in a project. It involves establishing rules about quality standards and measuring decisions with these standards. Quality assurance includes:

  • Preparation
  • Introducing quality in decision-making throughout the project’s life span
  • Being confident about using suitable materials and equipment
  • Ensuring adequate communication happens between stakeholders

Understanding What Construction Quality Assurance Involves

QA in construction aims to mitigate potential mistakes in a project. It involves establishing rules about quality standards and measuring decisions with these standards. Quality assurance includes:

  • Preparation
  • Introducing quality in decision-making throughout the project’s life span
  • Being confident about using suitable materials and equipment
  • Ensuring adequate communication happens between stakeholders

Key Aspects Addressed in Quality Assurance

QA involves various aspects:

  • Qualification: Whether your employees have the necessary qualification and skills for the project
  • Materials: Whether construction materials are the correct size, shape, standard and material for the job
  • Project management: Whether you have set clear expectations, timelines, budget and restrictions, and whether there are fair bidding procedures
  • Equipment: Whether the equipment is adequate and appropriate for the project’s scope
  • Rules governing quality: Whether there are clear guidelines on what good quality is and looks like

Distinguishing between Quality Assurance and Quality Control

Quality assurance should not be confused with quality control (QC), though the concepts work together. QA focuses on setting standards to ensure quality, while QC focuses on whether elements and structures meet the quality standards.

Key Aspects Addressed in Quality Assurance

QA involves various aspects:

  • Qualification: Whether your employees have the necessary qualification and skills for the project
  • Materials: Whether construction materials are the correct size, shape, standard and material for the job
  • Project management: Whether you have set clear expectations, timelines, budget and restrictions, and whether there are fair bidding procedures
  • Equipment: Whether the equipment is adequate and appropriate for the project’s scope
  • Rules governing quality: Whether there are clear guidelines on what good quality is and looks like

Distinguishing between Quality Assurance and Quality Control

Quality assurance should not be confused with quality control (QC), though the concepts work together. QA focuses on setting standards to ensure quality, while QC focuses on whether elements and structures meet the quality standards.

Relevance and Importance of Construction QAOs

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Relevance and Importance of Construction QAOs

In construction, QAOs are important because they continuously review quality standards. The process may be time-consuming, but it helps align individuals. Failure to adequately address quality issues can impact costs and cause reputational damage.

In construction, QAOs are important because they continuously review quality standards. The process may be time-consuming, but it helps align individuals. Failure to adequately address quality issues can impact costs and cause reputational damage.

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Making the Most of Construction Quality Assurance Observations

Construction projects can benefit from QA observations in many ways. Examples of quality assurance in construction include:

  • Defining quality: At the onset of construction, quality must be defined, documented and shared with all stakeholders
  • Reviewing plans: Comprehensive review and assessment of plans and designs should happen at the start to avoid clashes during construction
  • Considering materials: Equipment and materials must meet your standards, and verification of quality is vital
  • Centralized communication: Stakeholders should be informed and project status shared
  • Final observations: Once construction is complete, QA must also come into play during snagging and handover

Construction projects can benefit from QA observations in many ways. Examples of quality assurance in construction include:

  • Defining quality: At the onset of construction, quality must be defined, documented and shared with all stakeholders
  • Reviewing plans: Comprehensive review and assessment of plans and designs should happen at the start to avoid clashes during construction
  • Considering materials: Equipment and materials must meet your standards, and verification of quality is vital
  • Centralized communication: Stakeholders should be informed and project status shared
  • Final observations: Once construction is complete, QA must also come into play during snagging and handover
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Reasons to Select ECS for Construction Quality Assurance Observations

ECS can assist you with a quality assurance program for construction projects. Observation and QA are crucial to ensure building quality and avoid the risks and unnecessary costs of mistakes.

We are proactive problem solvers, seeking ways to save you time and money and communicating throughout every project.

Our professionals have knowledge and experience in the following areas:

  • Post-construction review and activities
  • Observation of all phases of building and tracking of nonconformance
  • Permits, right of entry, applications and environmental concerns
  • Progress reporting, including budget and timeline tracking
  • Observing work execution and safety and security issues

Reasons to Select ECS for Construction Quality Assurance Observations

ECS can assist you with a quality assurance program for construction projects. Observation and QA are crucial to ensure building quality and avoid the risks and unnecessary costs of mistakes.

We are proactive problem solvers, seeking ways to save you time and money and communicating throughout every project.

Our professionals have knowledge and experience in the following areas:

  • Post-construction review and activities
  • Observation of all phases of building and tracking of nonconformance
  • Permits, right of entry, applications and environmental concerns
  • Progress reporting, including budget and timeline tracking
  • Observing work execution and safety and security issues
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Reach Out to ECS for Tailored Construction Quality Assurance Observations.

ECS is committed to raising the industry standard of professional services, and we have been doing so since the company’s inception in 1988. We focus on our clients’ needs, spanning various sectors and disciplines. Our focus on practical, cost-effective solutions and clear communication makes us a leading company to work with.

Our professionals can assist you with your construction quality assurance observation. Partner with us by requesting a free quote or more information.

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ECS is committed to raising the industry standard of professional services, and we have been doing so since the company’s inception in 1988. We focus on our clients’ needs, spanning various sectors and disciplines. Our focus on practical, cost-effective solutions and clear communication makes us a leading company to work with.

Our professionals can assist you with your construction quality assurance observation. Partner with us by requesting a free quote or more information.

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