Water tank cleaning in Al Naseem, Makkah

Potable-rated materials

Linings and disinfectants cleared for drinking water tanks, not general-purpose products.
You get the downtime first

How many hours the tank is out of service, told before we start rather than after we finish.
A first-draw flush

We run the first draw off after refilling, and the tank is not handed back until the water runs clear.
Ground and roof tanks

Villas, apartment blocks and premises that need a written record of each visit.

Why the job is different in Al Naseem

The tanks here serve dense apartment blocks, so settled sediment builds up faster than in detached villas because the sustained pressure pushes fine particles downwards more rapidly. The method is set out in full on what Water tank cleaning involves.

The first reason

Apartments above shops demand different maintenance

The villas here mix with buildings that have shops on the ground floor, so a tank serves both residential occupants above and commercial use below. The water pressure is not distributed to a single household: it adjusts constantly as shops and flats draw water at different times.

The second reason

The distant wadi and the raised roads

Al Naseem sits at a good height away from Wadi Uranah, but rainwater runoff from the Fourth Ring Road after rare rain does reach the area. Fine mineral particles enter the tank through open drainage, especially after dust storms blow across the high streets.

The third reason

Seasonal pressure spikes stress the entire tank

During Hajj and Umrah seasons the hotels on King Faisal Road fill to capacity, tanks drain rapidly and older settled deposits remix with fresh inflow much faster than in quiet residential districts.

Al Naseem on the map

Al Naseem sits about 2.5 km from Al Sanabel and about 3 km from Al Jamiah.

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Before treatment

The condition of the tank decides the method

A residential district on an orderly grid between Fatimah Al Zahra Street and the Fourth Ring Road, with nearness to King Faisal Road meaning constant lorry and pilgrim traffic passes through.

Fine brown sediment beneath shallow water

The layer on the floor

Fine sand and calcium settle on the floor here because water comes from deep wells. High pressure makes fine particles drop out quickly and accumulate faster than in low pressure systems.

Light and algae

The tank is covered but light enters through the service hatch if left open. Algae rarely grows inside the tank itself, but organic matter from the mains degrades over time and darkens the water.

A damp concrete wall carrying a dark deposit

The deposit on the wall

Tank walls develop a white to brown mineral film. High sustained pressure pulls this film gradually loose and sends it downstream to upper floor taps.

A concrete surface with a fine hairline crack

The lining and hairline cracks

Hairline cracks in old tanks are rare here because most villas and buildings are relatively new, but thermal expansion and contraction from direct sun heat can open small cracks over years.

The lid of a water tank on a building roof

The lid and the access hatch

The lid and hatches are normally sealed tight, but the service opening may be left unsecured or poorly sealed. Insects and small animals enter during Hajj season when water use is high and movement is greatest.

A plastic pipe leaving the exterior wall of a building

The vent and the overflow pipe

A vent pipe exists but may be clogged with dust or debris. The overflow pipe can freeze in winter or draw dirt from the ground if positioned too low, introducing new contaminants after each refill.

How we work

1
Inspect before the drain

Tank type and material, the condition of the lining, the depth of the sediment, the lid and the vent, and where the drained water will go. We agree the window without supply before anything is opened.
2
Drain, then lift the sludge

The water leaves through the outlet, then the layer beneath it is taken out by hand and by suction. That layer is the reason for the visit, not the water that ran out ahead of it.
3
High pressure wash

Walls, floor and the joint where they meet, with a brush wherever the film resists, then the wash water is taken out completely so nothing we lifted settles again.
4
Disinfect and put back in service

Disinfectant over every internal surface, left for its contact time and then rinsed out, followed by the refill, a first draw off at the taps, and a report on what was inside the tank.

What water tank cleaning includes

An inspection before the valve

Tank type, lining condition, depth of sediment, lid and vent, recorded before any water leaves.
Full drain and sediment removal

The water through the outlet, and the layer below it by hand and by suction until the floor itself is showing.
Pressure washing walls and floor

High pressure across the surfaces and corners, and a brush on anything water alone will not lift.
Disinfection after the wash

A disinfectant intended for drinking water tanks, named to you before it is used, left for its contact time and then rinsed out.
Refill and the first draw off

We refill, run the taps so the new water moves through the pipework, and tell you when it is ready to use.
A report and the next date

What was inside the tank, anything on the lid or the lining that needs repair, and a sensible date for the next clean.

What is different about Al Aziziyah (Makkah) Sub-Municipality

Al Aziziyah sub municipality runs from the Bin Dawood markets to the Al Hada road and carries pilgrim traffic to Mina. Hotel towers and furnished apartment blocks fill and empty with the Hajj and Ramadan seasons, and the kitchens, restaurants and markets along Al Masjid Al Haram Road and King Abdulaziz Road leave food waste at every peak. Southwards the fabric loosens into villas and planned streets in An Naseem and Al Awali, then Al Abidiyah's campus and the old farms of Al Husayniyah, where Wadi Uranah holds water after rain and farm enclosures shelter rodents and reptiles.

Questions about this district

Does water in upper storey apartments mix with the lower floors?

No, but the high pressure needed to push water to the upper floors can lift settled particles from the tank bed, so some coarse sediment reaches the higher taps faster than it does from the main outlet.

Do we need more frequent cleaning than other districts?

Yes. The tank sustains high pressure all day and most residents draw water simultaneously at peak times, so settled material moves and remixes into the flow much faster than in quieter areas.

Do the commercial shops below affect the water quality?

The shops themselves do not, but the crowded streets bring dust and mineral matter. If the tank sits in an open yard the debris from busy passages enters faster.

When is the best time to clean the tank?

Just before Hajj season and just before Ramadan, because water use becomes very high and the tank will run under constant pressure without rest.

Is the white grit hard water or serious damage?

It is mineral deposits, calcium and magnesium. Completely safe. But the particles accumulate and can clog tap outlets and internal tank passages if left long enough.

Do new pilgrims cause more sediment to build up?

High water use stirs up sleeping deposits at the tank bottom, but the real problem is the tank drains faster and refills more often, so fresh sediment enters from the mains every time.

How much does water tank cleaning in Al Naseem 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 Naseem.