03-04-2026 — Site Visit — G/425 MBZC

SITE VISIT REPORT: GRADE SLAB COMPLETION & COLUMN STEEL EVALUATION

Project Name: Proposed Villa Location: Block G, Plot 425, Mohammed Bin Zayed City (MBZC), Fujairah Date of Visit: April 4, 2026 Time of Visit: 11:30 AM Report Prepared By: Engineer Adeel Arif (Site Engineer)

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I. Purpose of Visit:

To conduct a post-casting inspection of the Grade Slab (Slab on Grade) and verify the readiness of materials for the transition to the vertical superstructure phase, specifically focusing on column reinforcement and structural integrity.

II. Observations & Progress Status:

Following the recent casting at MBZC Villa G-425, a detailed walkthrough was conducted to assess the quality of the substructure and material procurement:

Grade Slab Finishing: The overall finishing of the Grade Slab was found to be suboptimal. Surface irregularities were noted, requiring additional screeding or grinding in specific areas to meet the architectural flooring tolerance.
Waterproofing Integrity: A critical observation was made regarding the waterproof sheet (DPM) at the joints between the Grade Slab and Tie Beams. The membrane was found to be “out of order” or displaced at these junctions, potentially compromising the moisture barrier.
Tie Beam Spalling & Exposed Steel: On one section of the tie beam, the concrete had worn off, leaving the steel reinforcement exposed. This poses a significant risk of carbonation and corrosion if left untreated.
Material Procurement Status: * Column Main Bars: The vertical steel for columns has successfully arrived at the site.
- Stirrups/Links: The site is currently facing a shortage of steel for stirrups. This is a critical blocker for the assembly of column cages.

III. Directives & Next Steps:

Immediate Structural Repair: I have issued a mandatory instruction to repair the exposed tie beam reinforcement immediately. Fosroc structural repair mortars (Renderoc range) must be used to restore the concrete cover and ensure no compromise to the structural strength.
Waterproofing Correction: The joints at the tie beam and slab must be re-sealed and the waterproof membrane rectified before any further masonry or backfilling occurs.
Supply Chain Follow-up: The procurement team must expedite the delivery of stirrup steel to avoid delays in the column casting schedule.
Surface Rectification: The masonry team is to address the slab’s “not perfect” finish to ensure it aligns with the project’s quality standards for interior finishes.

IV. Concluding Remarks:

While Villa G-425 has reached the Grade Slab milestone, immediate attention to remedial civil works is required. By utilizing specialized Fosroc solutions for the tie beam repair and rectifying the DPM joints, we will maintain the long-term durability of the substructure. Vertical progress will resume once the stirrup steel is on-site and inspected.For previous report click here.