Tank leak repair in Al Nazlah Al Sharqiyah Jeddah
Al Nazlah Al Sharqiyah is a densely packed popular quarter in south Jeddah, adjoining Al Nazlah Al Yamaniyah with old apartment buildings on very narrow streets. Overhead tanks here are old and weak with steady leaks affecting many residents. We close the float valve and outlet to watch the level fall and pinpoint the leak source.
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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 Nazlah Al Sharqiyah
Most buildings in Al Nazlah Al Sharqiyah were built forty to fifty years ago. The original metal tanks are now very weak and steady leaks occur in more than one unit of a building at the same time. The method is set out in full on Tank leak repair in detail.
Tanks on narrow, high roofs
Streets in Al Nazlah Al Sharqiyah are very tight and buildings tall and crowded. Tanks sit on roofs that are hard to reach and maintenance is very difficult. Direct sun speeds metal decay and rust is rapid.
Pipes connected in complex routes
Pipes run through tight passages and old walls in varied ways. Connections may be makeshift. Several tanks may share one main pipe, complicating the source of the leak.
High population pressure on tanks
Dense population means constant demand on tanks. Daily use is very high and weak tanks bear high pressure, which increases leaks and cracks.
Landmarks of Al Nazlah Al Sharqiyah
Access through Al Nazlah Al Sharqiyah runs via Old Makkah Road from the north, and Al Kawthar Mosque serves as a strong local landmark. Madain Al Fahd to the east and Al Quraiyat to the west orient technicians across different parts of the quarter.
- Old Makkah Road
- Al Kawthar Mosque
- Basif Mosque
- Madain Al Fahd Road
Where the water leaves decides how it is repaired
A densely built popular quarter in south Jeddah adjoining Al Nazlah Al Yamaniyah, with Old Makkah Road on its northern edge, Madain Al Fahd to the east and Al Quraiyat to the west. Old apartment buildings sit on very narrow streets, the population is large and Al Kawthar Mosque is a local landmark.
Damp and salt on the outside wall
Metal tanks show heavy rust and visible cracking on the body, especially around weld points and corners.
The kind of crack
A pipe joint leak leaves a steady damp patch on the outer wall of the building or on the ceiling from inside directly below the tank.
The wall to floor junction
Lengthwise cracks run from the bottom of the tank upward where internal pressure is greatest, marking the effect of pressure on aged metal.
Pipe entries
Humidity is high because dense buildings trap damp air and exposed tanks expose metal to constant moisture.
The condition of the old lining
Multiple leaks may happen at once if tanks are very old and internal pressure is high.
What the tank is made of
Rapid level drop during peak use hours signals accelerating leak from a crack widening under pressure.
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 Jamiah Sub-Municipality
Al Jamiah sub municipality spans the older south of Jeddah. Planned districts such as Al Fayha, Al Thaghr and Madain Al Fahd sit beside crowded popular quarters like the Nazlahs and Al Quraiyat, and beside cleared or clearing land in Ghulail, Petromin and Al Thaalibah awaiting redevelopment. Apartment buildings stand close together above dense runs of shops and restaurants along Old Makkah Road and Prince Majid Road. Drainage in the popular quarters is ageing, humid air drifts in from the port and refinery side to the west, and the flat low lying ground holds rainwater in narrow streets.
Questions about this district
Why is leaking in Al Nazlah Al Sharqiyah a recurring problem each season?
Old weak tanks expand and contract with heat and cold. Small cracks grow and cause leaks to return each hot season.
Does replacing one tank solve the problem if the building has several?
Not necessarily. If pipes are connected in a complex way, the leak may be in another tank or in the main pipe itself.
How do we identify which tank is the source if several share one pipe?
We close each tank valve one by one and watch the level. The tank that stops the leak when closed is the source.
Does high pressure from heavy use make leaks worse?
Yes. High pressure makes small cracks grow faster. Peak use times may show rapid leaks.
Does internal tank coating stop an active leak?
Coating protects from new rust but does not stop active leaks. The crack must be sealed first, then coating applied after.
Do narrow streets affect how easily we can repair the tank?
Yes. Reaching the roof and tank is very difficult on narrow streets. Repairs may take longer and need better safety planning.
How much does tank leak repair in Al Nazlah Al Sharqiyah 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 Nazlah Al Sharqiyah.
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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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