Tank leak repair in Harat Al Sawalhah Jeddah
Harat Al Sawalhah is a traditional old quarter of Thuwal set back from the coast. Homes here are old, built on narrow streets that were paved and lit under the Thuwal development programme run by Saudi Aramco. Tanks here face less direct salt exposure than Al Baharah but are very old and need regular maintenance.
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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 Harat Al Sawalhah
Homes are old traditional style and tanks are traditional concrete cisterns, mostly buried underground or in foundations, with residents relying on water tankers for supply. The method is set out in full on Tank leak repair in detail.
Traditional homes and buried tanks
Most homes are built in old traditional style and tanks lie buried under ground floors or in foundations. The ground here is relatively damp due to proximity to Wadi Thuwal and rocky soil may exert pressure on buried tanks.
Narrow streets and limited access
Streets are very narrow and passages between homes are tight. Access to tanks in some old houses is difficult and repairs require careful planning and precision.
Inland moisture and damp soil
The quarter sits inland away from direct salt but damp soil and groundwater may pressure buried tanks. Slow leaks from tanks may not become visible for a long time.
The character of Harat Al Sawalhah
Mixed district: shops at street level with homes above them
An old traditional quarter with buried tanks in damp soil means repairs require extra caution. Narrow streets limit access and equipment movement, and ground moisture requires additional waterproofing after repair.
Where the water leaves decides how it is repaired
A traditional quarter of Thuwal with no direct seafront, buildings stand on narrow asphalted and lit streets developed through the Saudi Aramco programme, inland from the corniche and harbour.
Damp and salt on the outside wall
Float valve and outlet valve inspection determines whether the leak is in the tank or in buried or exposed pipes.
The kind of crack
Inspection of buried tank exterior for excess moisture around the foundation and surrounding soil.
The wall to floor junction
Inspection of visible pipes and joints near ground level and flanges exposed to ground moisture.
Pipe entries
Inspection of soil moisture levels and pressure on the buried tank from ground and groundwater.
The condition of the old lining
Inspection of access routes from the street to the tank and potential difficulties in excavation and repair.
What the tank is made of
Inspection of concrete structure for long-term cracks caused by sustained pressure and ground moisture.
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 Thuwal Sub-Municipality
Thuwal sub municipality is a small fishing town on the Red Sea coast at the far northern edge of Jeddah governorate. Its old quarters are closely packed popular and mud built houses on narrow streets, with newer low rise concrete homes from the town's development programme beside them. Sea humidity stays high all year, the fishing harbour and the corniche form its seafront, water arrives by tanker so household tanks are everywhere, and the town sits on Wadi Thuwal, ringed by open ground and by the irrigated green campus of King Abdullah University of Science and Technology.
Questions about this district
Why do leaks in Al Sawalhah appear more slowly than in Al Baharah?
Inland position far from direct salt causes slower corrosion. But ground moisture and soil pressure may cause slow seepage instead.
Do buried tanks need different maintenance than elevated ones?
Yes. Buried tanks face soil pressure and constant moisture. Inspection is harder and drainage and repair work more demanding.
How do we detect a slow leak from a buried tank?
We monitor the water bill and slow leaks may only become visible over months. Checking soil moisture around the tank may reveal excess dampness.
Does fixing a buried tank require excavating it from the ground?
Not always. If the leak is from a pipe we repair it from outside. If from the tank body we may need only local cleaning and repair.
How do narrow streets affect the repair work?
Access is very difficult and we may need to remove parts of walls or foundations. Early planning is essential and work is slower and more complex.
Does damp soil cause additional tank problems?
Yes. Constant moisture pressure may cause long-term cracks. After repair we may need external waterproofing added.
How much does tank leak repair in Harat Al Sawalhah 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 Harat Al Sawalhah.
Nearby districts we cover
Other services in Harat Al Sawalhah
Other services we provide to residents of Harat Al Sawalhah.
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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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