Tank leak repair in Hunayn Makkah
Hunayn sits at the north eastern tip of Wadi Al Sharai where Wadi Hunayn meets the Taif road, known today as Al Sharai Al Ulya and home to Sharai Al Nakhl village. Running springs still water palm orchards and tanks here rely on these springs and old wells. Tanks are old and have endured decades of water pressure and mineral-laden water from the springs. The historic aqueduct arch stands by Wadi Al Sharai bridge as a landmark of the settlement.
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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 Hunayn
The area is old with farms and rural dwellings fed by natural wells and springs, and tanks here are ancient, exposed to decades of water pressure and mineral salt deposits. The method is set out in full on what Tank leak repair involves.
Old tanks and mineral deposits
Tanks in Hunayn are very old and spring water carries heavy mineral and salt loads. These deposits accumulate on tank walls causing slow erosion and fine cracks.
Water pressure from deep wells
Wells here are deep and water pressure from the depth stresses tank walls continuously. The well often sits directly beneath or beside the tank and cold deep water causes contraction and expansion cycles.
High moisture and algae and salt buildup
Moisture is permanently high from springs, farms and surrounding orchards. Algae and salts accumulate on the inner surface and weaken the tank from within.
Landmarks of Hunayn
Access to Hunayn runs via the main Taif road and is anchored by the historic aqueduct arch beside Wadi Al Sharai bridge. The village is surrounded by Jabal Masud to the east and palm orchards on all sides.
- Makkah to Taif Expressway
- Wadi Hunayn
- Sharai Al Nakhl Village
- Ain Hunayn and its Aqueduct Arch
- Jabal Masud
Where the water leaves decides how it is repaired
A rural village at the north eastern tip of Al Sharai where Wadi Hunayn meets the Taif road, with schools and a clinic, bounded by Jabal Masud to the east.
Damp and salt on the outside wall
Tank cracks appear around mineral deposit points where walls are weakened by local corrosion.
The kind of crack
Old pipe connections are rusty and brittle, especially around the spring or well inlet.
The wall to floor junction
Water pressure from the deep well affects the corners and base more than the top.
Pipe entries
The level drops slowly in old tanks because cracks are fine and the leak may be very gradual.
The condition of the old lining
The tank sits on or beside a historic well and cold deep water creates temperature variation across the walls.
What the tank is made of
Green algae may appear inside the tank, indicating wall weakness and partial external seepage.
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 Sharai Sub-Municipality
Al Sharai is the eastern growth front of Makkah along King Faisal Road and the Taif road. Settled quarters sit beside recently renamed schemes where plots are still vacant and buildings are going up, so construction sites, fill and open excavations lie next to occupied homes. Wadi channels such as Wadi Mudarraja, Wadi Al Sharai and Wadi Al Mughammas carry flash floods after rain and dry out to damp silt, while dust blows off the open hills. Roadside shops, restaurants and warehouses line the Taif road, and to the east the area shades into villages, palm farms and springs.
Questions about this district
Can an old Hunayn tank be repaired or should it be replaced?
If the leak is a small crack or joint, it can be fixed and lined. But if corrosion is widespread, replacement may be better.
Do mineral deposits from the spring cause the leak?
Yes. Deposits accumulate on walls causing local weakening and fine cracks form around the deposit sites.
How do we handle water from a spring rather than the main network?
We test the tank the same way: close the outlet and watch the level drop. Spring water carries minerals so cleaning and lining after repair are essential.
Do deep wells increase the risk of leaks?
Yes. Pressure from a deep well is higher and has continuous effect on the tank, especially at corners and joints.
How often should the tank be cleaned of deposits?
Every year or two depending on mineral density in the water. In Hunayn mineral content is high so annual cleaning is important.
Is a new tank a permanent solution to leaking?
It may be if made from material that resists high salt and minerals. But regular cleaning remains necessary regardless of tank age.
How much does tank leak repair in Hunayn 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 Hunayn.
Other services in Hunayn
Other services we provide to residents of Hunayn.
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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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