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Abu Dabous, S, Zadeh, T and Ibrahim, F (2024) A failure mode, effects and criticality analysis-based method for formwork assessment and selection in building construction. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(05), 1019–40.
Alzoubi, Y, Locatelli, G and Sainati, T (2024) The ugly side of construction: modern slavery in the 2022 FIFA World Cup program. Construction Management and Economics, 42(05), 412–30.
Babakhani, J and Veysi, F (2024) Investigation and optimization of forced convective heat transfer around a tall building using experimental results. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(05), 893–913.
Bridgeman, J and Loosemore, M (2024) Evaluating social procurement: a theoretically informed and methodologically robust social return on investment (SROI) analysis of a construction training initiative developed to reduce the risk of youth homelessness in Wales. Construction Management and Economics, 42(05), 387–411.
Chiu, L F, Lowe, R, Raslan, R, Altamirano-Medina, H and Wingfield, J (2014) A socio-technical approach to post-occupancy evaluation: interactive adaptability in domestic retrofit. Building Research & Information, 42(05), 574-90.
Dell’Anna, F, Berta, M, Bottero, M, Mallia, G and Morgese, V (2024) Multicriteria-decision support for master plan scheduling: urban regeneration of an industrial area in Northern Italy. Construction Management and Economics, 42(05), 476–501.
Ebekozien, A, Samsurijan, M S, Aigbavboa, C and Awo-Osagie, A I (2024) Developing a framework for building maintenance: A case study of Malaysia's low-cost housing via soft system methodology. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(05), 1041–57.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: building; case study; framework; interviews; maintenance management; Malaysia
- ISBN/ISSN: 2398-4708
- URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/IJBPA-04-2022-0055
- Abstract:
Purpose: The cost of residential building maintenance can harmfully affect low-income earners’ expenditure if not checked. A customised maintenance concept via a framework will ensure efficient and proper building maintenance operations. The outcome may keep the life cycle cost down. Studies concerning the low-cost housing (LCH) maintenance concept through a framework are scarce in Malaysia. Thus, the study aims to investigate the state of LCH and develop a framework to improve LCH maintenance practices in Malaysia. Design/methodology/approach: The study adopted a soft system methodology (SSM) to comprehend Malaysia’s LCH building maintenance practices. The SSM allowed an alternative approach to improve LCH maintenance practices via a developed framework. Virtual interviews were conducted with experts, and findings were presented. It was in line with the SSM seven steps. Findings: The findings show that apart from the poor state of LCH maintenance, there is the absence of a framework to improve maintenance practices, especially in LCH across Malaysia’s cities. The findings developed a framework that would reposition the joint management body and management corporation in collaboration with the proposed maintenance agency for better service delivery via substantive, technical and administrative aspects. Research limitations/implications: This study’s data collection is restricted to Pulau Pinang, Kuala Lumpur and Johor through a qualitative research design approach. Future research is needed to consider more extensive coverage and validate the developed framework from this study via a quantitative research design. Practical implications: Apart from the conceptual model that was developed, the suggested framework can be employed by Malaysia’s maintenance practitioners and policymakers as a guideline to improve LCH building maintenance practices across the cities. Originality/value: This study examined Malaysia’s LCH maintenance practices via SSM to identify the state of the houses, identify the information required and propose a suitable framework to improve Malaysia’s LCH maintenance practices.
Forcada, N, Macarulla, M, Gangolells, M and Casals, M (2014) Assessment of construction defects in residential buildings in Spain. Building Research & Information, 42(05), 629-40.
Görsch, C, Seppänen, O, Peltokorpi, A and Lavikka, R (2024) Task planning and control in construction: revealing workers as early and late planners. Construction Management and Economics, 42(05), 431–50.
Geh, N, Emuze, F and Das, D K (2024) Barriers to the deployment of solar photovoltaic in public universities in South Africa: A Delphi study. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(05), 957–81.
Hedayati, M, Iyer-Raniga, U and Crossin, E (2014) A greenhouse gas assessment of a stadium in Australia. Building Research & Information, 42(05), 602-15.
Hojem, T S M, Sørensen, K H and Lagesen, V A (2014) Designing a ‘green’ building: expanding ambitions through social learning. Building Research & Information, 42(05), 591-601.
Hu, Y and Dossick, C S (2024) Decoding the dynamics of BIM use practice in construction projects. Construction Management and Economics, 42(05), 451–75.
Jesumoroti, C, Olanrewaju, A and Khor, S C (2024) Defects in Malaysian hospital buildings. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(05), 835–56.
Kouhila, M, Bahammou, Y, Lamsyehe, H, Tagnamas, Z, Moussaoui, H, Idlimam, A and Lamharrar, A (2024) Evaluating water sorption isotherms, drying kinetics and exergy performance of traditionally earth mortar drying system based on hybrid solar-electrical dryer. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(05), 857–80.
Momade, M H, Durdyev, S, Van Tam, N, Shahid, S, Mbachu, J and Momade, Y (2024) Factors influencing adoption of construction technologies in Vietnam's residential construction projects. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(05), 1002–18.
Momoh, J, Medjdoub, B, Ebohon, O J, Ige, O, Young, B E and Ruoyu, J (2024) The implications of adopting sustainable urbanism in developing resilient places in Abuja, Nigeria. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(05), 914–31.
Olatunde, N A, Fidelis, I M, Awodele, I A and Adebayo, B O (2024) Stakeholders prioritization of key performance indicators on public and private tertiary educational projects in Osun State, Nigeria. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(05), 881–92.
Olusoga, O and Adegun, O (2024) Professionals’ perception studies of vertical greening systems in Lagos, Nigeria. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(05), 821–34.
Pivo, G (2014) Unequal access to energy efficiency in US multifamily rental housing: opportunities to improve. Building Research & Information, 42(05), 551-73.
Sari, L H, Kayan, B A and Zahriah, Z (2024) An assessment of indoor environmental quality in COVID-19 affected houses: A case study in Banda Aceh, Indonesia. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(05), 932–56.
Sporrong, J and Kadefors, A (2014) Municipal consultancy procurement: new roles and practices. Building Research & Information, 42(05), 616-28.
Unver, H, Alptekin, O and Kalkan, M (2024) Comparison of the building adaptability assessment models: A semi-systematic review. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(05), 982–1001.
Yusuf, A O, Opawole, A, Musa, N A, Kadiri, D S and Ebunoluwa, E I (2024) Factors influencing the organisational capabilities of the public sector for implementation of building information modelling in construction projects. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(05), 1058–83.