Tank leak repair in Al Malik Fahd Makkah
Al Malik Fahd is an orderly, relatively modern quarter with well-built apartment blocks and villas. Tanks here are better quality than old quarters, but problems emerge with age and population growth. Pipes cross rocky terrain causing uneven pressure and slow leaks.
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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 Malik Fahd
Buildings are orderly and tanks built to better standards, but rocky soil and uneven terrain create variable pressure on pipes and tanks. The method is set out in full on how we approach Tank leak repair.
Villas with deep tanks and rocky foundations
Villa tanks here lie deep beneath foundations. Rock beneath affects water drainage and valve pressure causes slow leaks.
Pipes cross small hills and valleys
Jabal Umm Jurfan and other rocky hills affect pipe routing. Minor seismic movement and seasonal soil changes gradually shift pipes.
Apartment blocks with shared elevated tanks
Apartment tanks sit high on roofs to supply uniform pressure to all floors. Sun and wind crack concrete quickly and steady pressure causes leaks at joints.
The character of Al Malik Fahd
Mixed district: shops at street level with homes above them
An orderly quarter means strong buildings and better-quality tanks, but uneven pressure from geography and rock stresses them. Villa tanks are buried deep and apartment tanks sit very high, each requiring different handling. Repair must account for pressure variability, rock and deep foundations.
Where the water leaves decides how it is repaired
An orderly quarter in western Makkah where the Jeddah expressway meets the Fourth Ring Road, neighbouring Al Hamra, Ar Rusayfah and Al Khalidiyah. The King Fahd housing scheme sets the tone with orderly villas and apartment blocks, King Fahd Mosque, parks, schools and rocky hills such as Jabal Umm Jurfan.
Damp and salt on the outside wall
Cracks in tank walls from high continuous pressure from the public network, elevation and rock stress.
The kind of crack
Leaks at joints and internal pipes because pressure shifts pipes due to minor ground movement.
The wall to floor junction
Uneven pressure from hills and valleys between rocky terrain stresses tanks and pipes.
Pipe entries
Moisture from rock retains water permanently beneath deep tanks and foundations.
The condition of the old lining
Surface tanks crack from sun, wind, continuous pressure and high heat.
What the tank is made of
Relief valve and shut-offs leak during high pump hours and pressure worsens the leak.
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 Al Shawqiyah Sub-Municipality
Al Shawqiyah sub municipality runs south from the Third Ring Road to the city's edge on the Al Layth road and the Jeddah expressway. Planned districts such as Al Shawqiyah, Al Malik Fahd and Bathaa Quraish have wide streets, villas and apartment blocks, while schemes in Wali Al Ahd are being built out and informal housing in Al Ukayshiyah and Al Zuhur is being cleared. The vegetable market and livestock auction at Souq Al Halaqa, open construction sites, the rocky slopes of Jabal Thawr and sewers still being laid through the southern fringe offer exposed food, shelter and moisture.
Questions about this district
Do pipes leak underground because of the rocky soil here?
Yes. Rock presses on pipes and shifts their joints. Uneven pressure causes leaks along the network.
Why do villa tanks in this quarter leak more than in other areas?
Rocky foundations are very deep and tanks sit far underground. Moisture seeps from the sides because rock holds water continuously.
Is fixing a small leak enough or must the whole tank be replaced?
If the crack is small and the tank recent, we repair it. If the tank is very old, replacement may be needed later.
What is the difference between surface and underground tank leaks?
Surface tank leaks are obvious and water runs down visibly. Underground leaks are slow and water may absorb into rocky soil.
Is high network pressure the main cause of leaks here?
Yes. Pressure is high because of elevation and uneven terrain. Old tanks cannot handle continuous pressure.
How often should tanks be inspected in this quarter?
Annual inspection is useful for villas and apartments. With high pressure, six-monthly inspection is better.
How much does tank leak repair in Al Malik Fahd 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 Malik Fahd.
Nearby districts we cover
Other services in Al Malik Fahd
Other services we provide to residents of Al Malik Fahd.
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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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