Tank leak repair in Al Hajlah Al Jadid Makkah
Al Hajlah Al Jadid is a development quarter in south Jeddah between the Saudi German Hospital and Al Ukayshiyah land, with new hotel-style units and residential buildings scattered on Ibrahim Al Khalil Road. Leaks occur in tanks mounted at different heights within hotel buildings, and in pipes crossing Wadi Uranah where groundwater levels are high and soil damp year-round.
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Potable-rated materials
Linings and disinfectants cleared for drinking water tanks, not general-purpose products.
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You get the downtime first
How many hours the tank is out of service, told before we start rather than after we finish.
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A first-draw flush
We run the first draw off after refilling, and the tank is not handed back until the water runs clear.
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Ground and roof tanks
Villas, apartment blocks and premises that need a written record of each visit.
Why the job is different in Al Hajlah Al Jadid
Hotel buildings are recent and tanks are new, but Wadi Uranah beneath the quarter carries high groundwater, and low-lying soil around the wadi stays damp throughout the year. The method is set out in full on how we approach Tank leak repair.
High tanks in multi-storey hotel buildings
Hotel buildings have roof tanks and tanks on intermediate floors. Pipes between tanks and users are long with many joints, and water pressure varies across different storeys creating uneven stress.
Wadi Uranah and high groundwater
Wadi Uranah flows beneath the district and groundwater levels rise in wet seasons. Buried pipes under the wadi sit under pressure from high groundwater. Water-saturated soil corrodes metal pipes rapidly.
Empty land and incomplete building settlement
The quarter is still under development with sections empty. New foundations may settle unevenly, and tanks and pipes installed in early phases may fail as newer building foundations move.
Landmarks of Al Hajlah Al Jadid
Access to Al Hajlah Al Jadid runs via Ibrahim Al Khalil Road extending north from Al Ukayshiyah, with the Saudi German Hospital and sports pitches marking clear boundary landmarks. Wadi Uranah crosses the low ground beneath the district, defining the intermediate zone between higher ground.
- Saudi German Hospital
- Ibrahim Al Khalil Road
- Wadi Uranah
Where the water leaves decides how it is repaired
A newly developed quarter in south Jeddah south of the Saudi German Hospital, north of Al Ukayshiyah, with new hotel and residential units, empty plots and sports pitches.
Damp and salt on the outside wall
Checking the float valve and outlet determines whether the leak is in the tank body or internal and external piping.
The kind of crack
Inspecting pipe joints across different storeys reveals failures from different pressure loads caused by height differences.
The wall to floor junction
Checking the tank interior and exterior reveals cracks from external groundwater pressure.
Pipe entries
Checking soil around the tank and pipes detects high groundwater and damp conditions causing leaks.
The condition of the old lining
Checking the tank base reveals instability from soil movement or groundwater, causing tank cracking.
What the tank is made of
Checking internal water pressure and pressure differences at different heights reveals abnormal high pressure causing joint failure.
How we work
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Inspect and locate the leak
We close the float valve and the outlet, mark the water level and watch it fall, then check the fittings and the wall beside it. That separates a tank leak from a pipe leak or a float valve that never shuts.
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Drain, clean and dry
We empty the tank, lift the sediment off the base, wash back to sound concrete and let the surface dry. No repair holds on a damp or dusty face.
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Repair the cracks and the entries
We cut the crack open, fill it with a non-shrink mortar, inject anything still weeping and rebuild around the pipe sleeve. A joint that moves takes a flexible detail, not a rigid one.
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Refill, test, then sterilise
We refill, read the level again to confirm the drop has stopped, then sterilise before the water is used, because the tank has been open with tools and hands inside it.
What tank leak repair includes
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A marked level test
A reading before and after with everything shut, which establishes that the loss is the tank and not the plumbing.
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Draining and sediment removal
Water and silt out of the base, so the floor and the walls can be seen as they really are.
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Pressure wash and dry back
The weak layer and the dust come off, because a repair only holds on sound concrete.
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Cracks opened and filled
The crack is cut open and filled with a non-shrink mortar, and anything still weeping under water pressure is injected.
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Refill and a recorded test
We refill, read the level again and write the reading down, so the result is not a matter of opinion.
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Sterilised and back in service
A wash and a sterilisation once the material has cured, and guidance on running the first fill off before the water is used.
What is different about South Makkah Sub-Municipality
South Makkah sub municipality is the belt of Crown Prince schemes south of Al Ukayshiyah, along the Al Laith road and the extension of Ibrahim Al Khalil Road to the Fifth Ring Road and the Non Muslims bypass. Most of it is still bare: granted plots awaiting houses, new villas standing alone, open building sites and unfinished paving and drainage. Wadi Uranah and its tributaries cross the low ground and hold water after rain, hills close it in, and rodents, reptiles and scorpions shelter in stacked materials and foundation pits before the neighbourhoods fill up.
Questions about this district
Does high groundwater cause leaks from outside the tank?
Groundwater may enter through small cracks, or external pressure may worsen existing leaks. In Al Hajlah Al Jadid, groundwater runs high especially in wet seasons.
Do long pipes in hotel buildings leak more than small villa systems?
Yes. Longer pipes have more joints, and pressure variations across different heights create greater stress. Height difference between roof and ground floor may exceed 30 metres.
What is different about fixing a hotel tank compared to a villa tank?
Hotel tanks are much larger and require detailed body inspection because damage may be at hidden points. Draining and cleaning takes longer and may disrupt hotel operations.
Can we stop groundwater infiltration without external lining?
Incoming groundwater cannot be stopped without strong external sealing. If groundwater is the source, external lining is essential after internal crack repair.
Should buried pipes under Wadi Uranah be replaced with plastic instead of metal?
Plastic is better in damp soil and high groundwater. But if pipes are old metal, replacement may be costly and unnecessary if only joints are failing.
How long does leak repair take in a large hotel building?
Repair in a hotel may take one to two days because draining and cleaning takes time. If buried pipes are involved, additional days may be needed for excavation and inspection.
How much does tank leak repair in Al Hajlah Al Jadid 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 Hajlah Al Jadid.
Nearby districts we cover
Other services in Al Hajlah Al Jadid
Other services we provide to residents of Al Hajlah Al Jadid.
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Water tanks
Water tank cleaning
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Water tanks
Water tank sterilization
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Water tanks
Water tank sealing
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Residential
Cockroach control
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