"Damage to Buildings" comprehensively addresses the pressing issues of the construction industry in both words and images. An impressive variety of damage cases is presented and assessed, taking into account the relevant regulations and case law. A comprehensive damage catalog with numerous illustrations forms the core of the book, describing the most common and significant damages to building components in a practical and vivid manner. Additional causes that can lead to damage to existing building fabric are also explored, such as aging, maintenance deficiencies, defects in thermal and sound insulation, as well as the influence of fire, water, vibrations, or animals. The author distinguishes between defects and damage, clearly emphasizing a concrete practical approach to the issue of damage and explains proven methods for damage assessment in an understandable way.