Technical assessment of pathological manifestations and maintenance conditions in external facade cladding with fiber-cement panels.

This paper presents the results of a building inspection conducted to identify pathological manifestations and evaluate the conditions of use, operation, maintenance, and functionality of the structure and its systems. The assessment followed a systematic and predominantly sensory approach, considering user requirements. The inspected building is a commercial facility housing a medical imaging diagnostic center, with a total area of 1,150 m², including the ground floor, first floor, roof, water tanks, and external regions. It features internal drywall partitions and external cement board cladding, built with a reinforced concrete structure and masonry infill walls. The ground floor is fully operational, while the first floor is partially completed and currently unoccupied. The paper highlights various components' anomalies, maintenance issues, and usage deficiencies