Hello, I am Surya Prakash Reddy; an experienced civil engineer specialized in low-cost and durable house construction for the last 6 years in Nandyal, Andhra Pradesh. During my work tenure in this red and hard soil region, I have noticed the use of poor quality steel for construction, causing early cracks in the building walls and making them vulnerable to adverse weather impacts. In Nandyal, Andhra Pradesh, the climate is generally dry and receives low rainfall throughout the year. This is also one of the vital reasons behind the buildings developing cracks and losing their aesthetic appeal early. As an …