Tank leak repair in Al Shubaikah Al Jadid Makkah
Al Shubaikah Al Jadid is a new villa and apartment quarter on Al Laith Road in south Jeddah, with spacious plots and scattered buildings. Tanks sit high on roofs or new platforms exposed to sun and heat. Leaks here may come from exposed tanks subject to solar heat and expansion, or from pipes buried under clay soil retaining year-round moisture.
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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 Shubaikah Al Jadid
Al Shubaikah Al Jadid has large gaps between buildings, tanks are placed high and exposed to sun, and clay soil beneath the land retains high moisture throughout the year. The method is set out in full on how we approach Tank leak repair.
High exposed tanks on roofs and platforms
Tanks in Al Shubaikah Al Jadid sit on high roofs or platforms fully exposed to direct sun and heat. Daily expansion and contraction from temperature cycles stress the tank body and joints, especially in summer.
Buried pipes in damp clay soil
Underground pipes run through clay soil holding high moisture year-round. Moisture causes rust in metal pipes and weakens joints. Soil movement puts pressure on buried pipe sections.
Large distances between buildings delay leak detection
Villas and apartments are scattered across open land, so owners may not notice slow leaks draining into the ground. A leak can persist for weeks before visible signs appear.
Landmarks of Al Shubaikah Al Jadid
Access to Al Shubaikah Al Jadid runs via Al Laith Road, with boundary markers running east between Al Shamiyah Al Jadid and Harat Al Bab Al Jadid. Fuel stations and sports pitches at the district edges help navigate between scattered buildings.
- Al Laith Road
- Fifth Ring Road
- Haram boundary marker on Al Laith Road
Where the water leaves decides how it is repaired
A large new granted-plot development in south Jeddah on Al Laith Road, between Al Shamiyah Al Jadid and Harat Al Bab Al Jadid, with villas on open land and buildings scattered along wide streets.
Damp and salt on the outside wall
Checking the float valve and outlet determines whether the leak lies in the tank body or in buried external pipes.
The kind of crack
Inspecting rooftop joints and fittings reveals fine cracks from daily thermal expansion and contraction due to direct solar heat.
The wall to floor junction
Checking the tank exterior for rust spots or paint failure reveals weather damage from direct exposure.
Pipe entries
Inspecting ground around the villa for permanent dampness or water pooling indicates buried pipe leaks.
The condition of the old lining
Checking pipe entry points to the tank and outlets reveals joint failure from repeated water pressure and thermal stress.
What the tank is made of
Checking the tank base and foundation reveals instability or movement causing tank cracking or 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
Why do high tanks leak more than tanks at ground level?
High tanks undergo greater expansion and contraction from heat and cold cycles. Internal pressure is higher too, creating greater stress on joints and the tank wall.
Can we fix buried pipe leaks without digging?
We cannot repair the pipe itself without exposing it. But we can pinpoint the leak location precisely before digging, and targeted excavation minimises damage.
What causes leaks in buried pipes here?
Damp clay soil causes rust and pipe corrosion. Seasonal soil movement and pressure weaken joints and older pipes.
Can we stop leaks by insulating the tank from outside only?
Exterior insulation protects from solar heat but does not stop leaks from internal cracks or failed joints. Internal repair must come first.
If we install a new tank on a high platform, will it leak like the old one?
If the tank is fitted tightly to a stable base, risk is lower. But thermal expansion from heat remains a year-round issue.
How often should tanks and pipes be checked here annually?
Two checks yearly are advised: before summer to test heat effects, and before winter to test damp and cold effects.
How much does tank leak repair in Al Shubaikah 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 Shubaikah Al Jadid.
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Other services in Al Shubaikah Al Jadid
Other services we provide to residents of Al Shubaikah 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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