Disinfection in Al Salihiyah, Jeddah

Targeted, not broadcast

Product goes into cracks and runways, never sprayed across open surfaces.
Told before we start

What we will use, where it goes, and what to cover or move before we arrive.
A follow-up visit

We return after the first treatment, because what survives it does not show on the day.
Homes and businesses

Apartments and villas, and kitchens and stores that need a record of each visit.

Why they keep coming back in Al Salihiyah

Construction dust from ongoing schemes in Al Salihiyah does not stop. Vacant plots between buildings trap dust and moisture, and every new villa and apartment needs deep disinfection before first occupation. The method is set out in full on what Disinfection involves.

The first reason

New construction dust settles on every surface at speed

Al Salihiyah is a developing district with building work ongoing on new schemes. Dust from concrete, paint and sand builds up on surfaces fast. This dust blocks the disinfectant from reaching the surface below. Deep cleaning must come first.

The second reason

New floors and walls need careful handling

New villas and flats have fresh finishes. New paint and new ceramic need careful handling, and the disinfectant must be compatible with the new surfaces.

The third reason

Air conditioning and pipes not yet used trap polluted air

In new villas and flats the air conditioning and pipes have not run yet, the air inside is dusty, disinfection needs to treat both air and surfaces together.

The character of Al Salihiyah

New development: ongoing construction and vacant plots between the homes

New development means building and disinfection happen almost simultaneously. Surfaces have not been used yet but are dirty with construction dust. Disinfection here is preparation not remediation, and speed is essential.

Before treatment

What we look at before the product is chosen

A new district in north Jeddah east of Al Hamdaniyah reached by Al Furusiyah Street, with subdivisions of recent villas and apartments and vacant plots between the buildings, south of Al Falah and Al Rahmaniyah.

The touch points

All new surfaces in Al Salihiyah are coated with fine construction dust. Every surface needs deep dust removal before disinfection, and no point is ready for direct treatment.

Porous surfaces

New surfaces like ceramic and fresh paint absorb moisture easily. The disinfectant needs longer drying time and good ventilation is essential.

The finish itself

New-build floors are usually modern ceramic or tile and construction dust adheres easily. Special handling is needed to remove dust without leaving residue.

The filter and grille of an indoor air conditioning unit

The air conditioning unit

New air conditioning units have not run yet. Drainage pipes are empty and may trap moisture. Unit inspection and cleaning is necessary before full disinfection.

Floor traps

Floor traps in new construction have not been used yet but may hold moisture and dust particles. Trap cleaning is necessary even if it looks dry.

A metal handrail in an apartment stairwell

Shared entrances and stairs

Stairs and entrances in new Al Salihiyah apartment buildings may be open to dust. They must be treated because new residents use them from day one.

How we work

1
Walk the space and list the surfaces

We go through the rooms and mark the touch points, the porous surfaces and the finishes, then ask what prompted the call: illness at home, moving into a new place, building work, or a smell that arrived out of nowhere.
2
Clean what we are about to treat

We take the film of dust and grease off the surfaces that are in scope, so the product reaches the surface itself. This is preparation for the treatment, not general house cleaning.
3
Apply it, and hold the contact time

Hand work on the touch points, a product matched to each surface, and the surface left visibly wet for as long as that material needs before it is dried off. Cold fogging comes last, for what a cloth cannot reach.
4
Ventilate and hand back

We open the place up, rinse food preparation surfaces with water, and tell you when each room goes back into use. We give you that timing on the call, because it changes with the product and the space.

What a disinfection visit includes

A surface and touch point survey

What gets treated, and with what, settled before anything is opened.
Soil off first, then the disinfectant

The greasy film comes off first, then a product that stays wet for the contact time it needs.
Floor traps and the air conditioning drain

Floor traps, sink outlets and the drain tray, which is where most smells actually begin.
Cold fogging for the space

For upward faces and corners a cloth never reaches, done as the last thing before we leave a room.
Ventilation and use instructions

What gets rinsed with water, what is left alone, and when each room goes back into use.
A scheduled repeat when it is needed

For shared entrances and places people pass through every day, because a disinfectant leaves nothing behind to stop the next contact.

Landmarks of Al Salihiyah

Al Salihiyah lies on Al Furusiyah Street and is surrounded by Abdulrahman bin Awf Mosque and Al Salihiyah Health Centre. Work focuses on these axes because traffic passes through them.

Al Furusiyah Street
Al Salihiyah Health Centre
Abdulrahman bin Awf Mosque
Abu Bakr Al Siddiq Mosque

Questions about this district

Should a new villa be disinfected before the residents move in or immediately after?

Ideally just before they arrive. New villas have construction dust and untreated surfaces. Pre-occupation disinfection ensures clean surfaces from day one.

Does construction dust from vacant plots stop the disinfectant from working?

Yes, severely. Dust is a barrier layer, deep cleaning first is necessary before any disinfection, and surface wipe-down is never enough.

Do empty villas in Al Salihiyah need more disinfection than occupied ones?

Differently. Empty villas trap moisture, dust and stale odour inside, whilst occupied ones have resident contamination. Both need disinfection but the approach differs.

How many times should a brand new villa be disinfected before residents move in?

Once is sufficient for an unfurnished villa. If it contains second-hand furniture, an additional treatment before move-in is advisable.

Will disinfectant damage new paint or leave marks on new ceramic tiles?

Good disinfectant will not harm new paint if the right product is chosen for the surface type. New ceramic will not stain if properly dried after treatment.

Do you treat the surrounding land or just the villa itself?

Disinfection covers the villa and the ground immediately around it, because vacant plots harbour dust and germs. Treating the perimeter reduces rapid recontamination.

How much does disinfection in Al Salihiyah cost?

It is set after the inspection, because the price follows the type of infestation, the size of the space, how far it has spread and the number of visits it needs. Send a photo and a description on WhatsApp and we will give you an estimate before we reach Al Salihiyah.