Tank leak repair in Uhud Makkah
Uhud is a new residential scheme north of Al Rashidiyah, and the houses are recently built with roof tanks sitting directly on the slab. Leaks here usually stem from initial construction defects or pipe entry and exit points left unsealed at installation. Wadi Mudarraja flows along the eastern edge, meaning the ground is naturally damp and leaks worsen with seasonal humidity.
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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 Uhud
Houses in Uhud were built only in recent years, and roof tanks are still showing first-time casting and installation defects. The method is set out in full on how we approach Tank leak repair.
Tanks cast directly on new house roofs
Modern houses carry roof tanks poured straight onto the slab. Casting, reinforcement and finishing happen fast, leaving small defects in corners and floor unrepaired.
Pipe entries and exits left unsealed
Pipe installation on new tanks happens quickly and joints are not properly sealed at entry points. Leaks start at connection seams.
Seasonal moisture from Wadi Mudarraja
The wadi along the eastern edge raises soil and air moisture. Tank leaks worsen during winter rains and damp weather.
The character of Uhud
New development: ongoing construction and vacant plots between the homes
New-build area means most tanks are recent and defects are casting flaws, not old wear. Repair is quick because cracks are small and reinforcement sits near the surface, and post-repair lining protects the tank for years ahead.
Where the water leaves decides how it is repaired
A newly planned residential district north of Al Rashidiyah, between Al Jaranah Road to the west and the Makkah to Taif expressway to the south. Organized plots with scattered houses near Al Qubbah Mosque and the wadi channel along the eastern boundary.
Damp and salt on the outside wall
Fine cracks in the tank floor and corners leak water slowly; the defect shows up in the first rain season or high-humidity period.
The kind of crack
Pipe entries and exits are not sealed where they meet the tank; joints are weak because construction is rushed.
The wall to floor junction
Slow drop with valves closed indicates a leak from the tank body itself or internal piping.
Pipe entries
Humidity from Wadi Mudarraja raises pressure on walls and floor; small cracks expand with heat swings.
The condition of the old lining
The leak is from the tank floor, corners or pipe entry points, very specific locations in new houses.
What the tank is made of
The defect appears in the first weeks or months after construction, before concrete fully cures or at first maintenance check.
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 slow leakage in a new tank normal?
It may be a minor casting defect. We monitor the drop rate over several hours; if it continues, the leak is real and needs repair.
Why do leaks worsen in winter?
High humidity from the wadi and rain increase pressure on the tank and small cracks expand.
Does leak repair mean rebuilding the tank?
No. We repair the crack or pipe entry first, then apply a lining if needed. Lining comes after repair, never instead of one.
Are pipe entry and exit defects a common leak cause in Uhud?
Yes, very much. Fast installation leaves small gaps at joints, and water pressure finds its way through.
How long does it take to tell if the leak is from the tank or the plumbing?
An hour or two. We close inlet and outlet valves and watch the level fall; the result is clear.
Do new tanks need lining from day one?
Not if the tank is sound. Lining comes after you repair actual cracks or pipes.
How much does tank leak repair in Uhud 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 Uhud.
Nearby districts we cover
Other services in Uhud
Other services we provide to residents of Uhud.
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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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