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Residential, office, commercial, and other types of buildings are just a few of the many various types of structures that require maintenance today. Building defects are certainly influenced and affected by a variety of environmental factors, such as those present on the coastal environment or in close proximity to the sea. One example of this is the salt air that is prevalent in these locations. The majority of people usually believe that construction near the sea is one of the most ideal areas to live in terms of aesthetics and ecological. Having a residence near the ocean has some disadvantages, such as the possibility of problems appearing faster than in non-coastal areas. Therefore, the goals of this study were to establish the primary causes of the problems and provide coastal defect prevention to reduce subsequent problems. To settle this situation, a reasonable decision has to be made. Four case studies were conducted as part of this research, and data were collected through observation, questionnaires, interviews and a review of the literature. The presence of saltwater and rains, powerful waves, and persistent rainfall (during monsoon season) were some of the most common factors that led to structural damage in coastal residential buildings. Additional types of architectural issues that were discovered as a consequence of this research include corrosion, rot on structures, and cracks as a direct result of erosion. As a result, choosing the right materials can considerably minimise or decrease damages and could enhance the overall performance of each structure when performing routine inspection and maintenance.
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To Cite this Article: Wahab, S. N. A., Rusli, N. F., Ali, I. M., & Hamid, M. Y. (2023). Building Defects in the Coastal Environment of Malaysia: An Investigation of the Main Agents and Contributing Factors. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 13(4), 1488 – 1503.
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