Estudio patológico para Intervención del colegio Liceo Integral La Granja

Abstract

This report presents the preliminary pathological evaluation of the Liceo Integral La Granja School building, located in Engativá, Bogotá D.C. The study focused on identifying the main structural deterioration mechanisms and their underlying causes to propose technical guidelines for intervention and rehabilitation. The methodology included detailed visual inspection, geometric and topographic survey, non-destructive concrete testing (rebound hammer, pacometer, and ultrasonic pulse velocity), soil bearing capacity verification, humidity assessment using thermographic and hygrometric tools, and masonry characterization through rebound and adhesion tests. The results revealed differential settlement on the northeastern side, structural cracking in load-bearing walls, moisture infiltration and leakage, and surface soiling on façades. It was concluded that the building shows partial loss of load-bearing capacity in vertical elements and degradation of concrete durability due to moisture-induced physical and chemical processes. The study recommends soil stabilization, structural reinforcement, and moisture control actions to ensure safety and extend the building’s service life.