Tank leak repair in Al Sharafiyah Jeddah
Al Sharafiyah is a dense commercial district along King Fahd Road where shops, offices and storerooms occupy ground floors, topped by tall apartment blocks. Tanks here are numerous and varied: roof tanks in residential buildings and ground tanks beneath shops and offices. Leaks appear quickly because pipes are under high pressure and extreme heat.
-
Potable-rated materials
Linings and disinfectants cleared for drinking water tanks, not general-purpose products.
-
You get the downtime first
How many hours the tank is out of service, told before we start rather than after we finish.
-
A first-draw flush
We run the first draw off after refilling, and the tank is not handed back until the water runs clear.
-
Ground and roof tanks
Villas, apartment blocks and premises that need a written record of each visit.
Why the job is different in Al Sharafiyah
Shops and offices use small and medium tanks for daily supply, while apartment blocks above rely on shared roof tanks serving multiple units. The method is set out in full on the full Tank leak repair page.
Ground tanks beneath shops and storerooms
Shops and storerooms hold ground tanks squeezed into tight voids. Pipes inside face rapid corrosion from pressure, heat and intense daily use.
Roof tanks for apartment blocks and shared supply
Apartment blocks rely on roof tanks placed above their terraces. Older tanks show leaks from fittings and cracks, and maintenance is difficult because many units share one tank.
Vertical pipes under continuous pressure
Vertical pipes in apartment blocks carry water under constant pressure from the roof tank. Leaks from fittings and small holes appear quickly and affect multiple units.
The character of Al Sharafiyah
Commercial area: offices, showrooms and small stores
A dense commercial district means tanks serve multiple uses with high pipe pressure. Ground tanks under shops are space-constrained and roof tanks are shared between many units, so repair requires coordination across multiple stakeholders and understanding of sustained pressure demands.
Where the water leaves decides how it is repaired
A densely built commercial district along King Fahd Road with shops, apartment blocks and office towers, east of Al Hamra and Al Ruwais. It contains King Saud Mosque, the largest in Jeddah, and a campus of the University of Jeddah.
Damp and salt on the outside wall
Water spills from overflow fittings on roof tanks of apartment blocks or from hot water pipes in shops and offices.
The kind of crack
Inlet pipe leaks are seen at the tank base or on the external walls of apartment buildings.
The wall to floor junction
Small cracks in old tank bodies leak water slowly under pressure.
Pipe entries
Moisture around the base of roof tanks indicates a leak from below or at seals.
The condition of the old lining
Rust on metal pipes and corroded fittings show leaks around ground tanks beneath shops.
What the tank is made of
Water dripping from beneath roofs or from lower-floor walls indicates a leak in the tank or vertical pipes.
How we work
-
1
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.
-
2
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.
-
3
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.
-
4
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
-
A marked level test
A reading before and after with everything shut, which establishes that the loss is the tank and not the plumbing.
-
Draining and sediment removal
Water and silt out of the base, so the floor and the walls can be seen as they really are.
-
Pressure wash and dry back
The weak layer and the dust come off, because a repair only holds on sound concrete.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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 Sharafiyah Sub-Municipality
The Al Sharafiyah sub municipality runs across central Jeddah from Al Ruwais near the Corniche eastwards through Al Sharafiyah, Al Wurud and Bani Malik to Al Naseem at the Haramain Road. It was among the first areas to grow beyond the old wall, and it is dominated by dense apartment blocks over shops along King Fahd Road and Palestine Street, with old popular quarters, the Bani Malik market, car workshops and storerooms. Ageing buildings, worn drainage and the refuse of restaurants and markets make cockroaches and rodents the most persistent pests, and humidity rises towards the sea.
Questions about this district
How do we know the leak is in the tank and not the pipes?
We close the float valve and outlet and watch the level. If it falls, the leak is in the tank or internal pipes. If stable, the leak is outside the tank.
Does a leak at a fitting mean replacing the whole tank?
No. If the leak is at a fitting or inlet pipe, we repair it without replacing the tank. If there is a crack in the body, we drain, dry and repair the crack.
Why do leaks appear faster in shops and offices than in homes?
Shops use water at high intensity daily. Pressure and continuous use accelerate corrosion of pipes and fittings.
Does fixing a small leak stop it permanently or can it return?
If repaired correctly, it stops. But if the tank or pipes are very old, other leaks may appear later.
How often do we need to clean the tank after repairing the leak?
After repair and drying, we inspect the tank interior and confirm cleanliness. We may need one or more cleanings depending on tank age.
Does lining solve crack problems without repairing the crack first?
No. Lining comes after repair, never instead of it. We repair the crack first, then dry and line if needed.
How much does tank leak repair in Al Sharafiyah 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 Sharafiyah.
Nearby districts we cover
Other services in Al Sharafiyah
Other services we provide to residents of Al Sharafiyah.
-
Water tanks
Water tank cleaning
-
Water tanks
Water tank sterilization
-
Water tanks
Water tank sealing
-
Residential
Cockroach control
Need tank leak repair in Al Sharafiyah? Tell us what you saw and we will tell you what it needs
We reach Al Sharafiyah at a time we agree, and you get the full cost before we start.