3 construction myths you should know about building construction

It is one of the biggest investment which a person makes in his life to build a home. Still, people believe in outdated advice, myths, not full knowledge and take important decisions on it, which leads to loss in various aspects of building construction, like quality of work, building structural issues, and unnecessary expenses, meanwhile in the process…

For guiding you so you can take better decisions, here we discuss 3 common construction myths conceptions which people still believe in modern times.

Myth 1: More cement and more steel do not guarantee more strength in your home.

You can hear these very common beliefs in the construction process that more cement and more steel mean building in a stronger position. Many people thinks if they increase the quantity of cement and reinforcement bars will improve the life span and durability of the building.

Which is not true.

Calculating the correct mix ratio of aggregates, water, cement and sand gives strength to the structure. Every material has its specific role, and if the ratios is disturbed while mixing, the concrete can become weaker rather than stronger.

For example, if you use too much water in the mixture, it can reduce strength, and on the other hand, if you mix too much cement, it can create shrinkage cracks over time. Similarly, unnecessary weight of steel can increase stress in the structure rather than strengthen the structure.

That's why experts suggest following the roadmap of engineering drawings and structural designs. A properly planned and designed structure will be stronger than one built on outdated methods.`

Myth 2: Waterproofing comes before leakage, which saves your home.

One more misconception people have in their minds is that waterproofing is only necessary when water leakage starts to happen. People think that RCC slabs and concrete walls are already waterproof, and we do not need to add extra protection on it.

Which is absolutely incorrect.

Basically, RCC structures are water-resistant not fully waterproof. Over the period of time, it penetrates because concrete has tiny pores and cracks. This leads to various problems inside the structure like damp wall,s paint damage, mould growth and corrosion.

When leakage takes palace at the building the repair process becomes expensive and complicated.

Waterproofing process during construction protects areas such as.

Some critically important area which requires water proofing...
1.  Balconies
2. Water tanks
3. Bathrooms
4. External walls
5. Terraces
6. basements

Myth 3: A proper Construction needs more than a mason( mistri ).

People believe a mistri who has site experience can handle all major operations in construction without any expert guidance.
Which is a very risky thing.

Mistri has their expertise and site practical experiences, but in the modern era, construction requires proper planning from the first step to the last steps, like proper layout plans, material knowledge, technical calculations and one individual mason (mistri) can not handle all the roles.

Professional people who play an important role

1. Architect engineer
2. Site consultant
3. Structure engineer
4. Interior designer

These professionals play a major role in ensuring your home is safe, well planned and functional. Without proper supervision. These small mistakes can become severe and expensive problems for your home.

Depending only on mistri ( mason can be a big problem, like poor planning of space, unnecessary work, wastage of money and structural errors.

Conclusion
Construction is not just about using cement and bricks to make a building. It is about to take the right decision at every stage so you can make your future better.

Believing in common myths only take you cost of time, wastes money and long term disturbance in the peace of mind.

The best approach is to reach the best professionals who can handle your task with clear calculation, expertise and proper gidance.