Tank leak repair in Maqam Makkah
Maqam is a new northern extension of Al Sharai with modern apartment and villa buildings and empty plots still under construction. Tanks here are very new but building is not complete across the area. Pipes may be temporary or loosely fitted pending further development. Leaks may come from incomplete testing or from movement and settlement during ongoing construction.
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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 Maqam
New residents in Maqam report leaks from tanks and pipes caused by ongoing construction, new excavations and natural ground settlement. The method is set out in full on our Tank leak repair service.
Tanks on high building roofs and high pressure
New buildings in Maqam are tall and tanks sit on high roofs. High pressure from elevation stresses pipes and joints. Large roof tanks shift slightly in wind.
Pipes may be temporary during ongoing construction
The district is still under development. Some pipes may be laid temporarily to ease building work. Pipes may be relocated or bent without adequate protection.
Settlement and new excavations loosen joints
Ongoing excavations for new buildings cause ground movement and subsidence. Pipes and tanks shift, causing cracks at joints.
Landmarks of Maqam
Access to Maqam runs via King Faisal Road from the south, with the Haram boundary line as a clear marker. Al Firdaws Mosque and Dhu Al Nurayn Mosque mark residential cluster centres, and the Al Shifa hills to the north define the development edge.
- King Faisal Road
- Haram Boundary Marker on King Faisal Road
- Al Firdaws Mosque
- Dhu Al Nurayn Mosque
- Al Shifa Hills
Where the water leaves decides how it is repaired
A new northern extension between Al Usaylah and Al Khadra with new apartment and villa blocks and modern mosques such as Al Firdaws and Dhu Al Nurayn. The southern edge lies at King Faisal Road and the Haram boundary line, with building plots rising towards the Al Shifa hills to the north.
Damp and salt on the outside wall
Joints between pipes leak from loose tightening and movement from new excavations beside the building.
The kind of crack
Inlet pipes to high tanks leak from elevated pressure and bending during construction work.
The wall to floor junction
Outlet and overflow pipes leak from movement and settlement, especially if temporary pipes were not firmly secured.
Pipe entries
Tanks on high roofs shift slightly in wind and foot traffic, causing fine cracks at joints.
The condition of the old lining
Tank base may leak from uneven building settlement or weak foundation beneath the tank.
What the tank is made of
Leaks may be seasonal and worsen during intense construction and deep excavation periods.
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
Is the leak from ongoing construction and excavation?
It may be. New excavations and construction cause ground movement that bends pipes and loosens joints. Closing the float valve and outlet tells us if the leak is in the tank or pipes.
Why do temporary pipes leak more?
Temporary pipes are not tightly fixed and may not be fully tested. When lines are moved or relocated, joints weaken and leaking starts.
Does high pressure from tank elevation cause leaks?
Yes. High pressure stresses pipes and joints. Flexible and plastic pipes may not withstand sustained pressure.
How often should a tank be inspected in an area under construction?
At least every three months if excavation is active beside the building. Settlement is slow but joints weaken gradually.
Are temporary pipes replaced permanently after construction ends?
Usually yes. After construction ends, some pipes may need repair, replacement or secure refitting.
Should we live with a small leak during construction or repair it immediately?
Immediate repair is best. Even small leaks can worsen under sustained pressure, movement and ongoing settlement.
How much does tank leak repair in Maqam 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 Maqam.
Other services in Maqam
Other services we provide to residents of Maqam.
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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
Need tank leak repair in Maqam? Tell us what you saw and we will tell you what it needs
We reach Maqam at a time we agree, and you get the full cost before we start.