Water tank cleaning in Maqam, 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 Maqam

Water entering Maqam tanks carries noticeable amounts of fine dust from the hill ravines and ongoing construction, creating a thick settled layer that forms faster than in older districts. The method is set out in full on the full Water tank cleaning page.

The first reason

Construction dust and hill dust pack the floor

Maqam sits at elevation exposed to winds carrying Al Shifa dust and the open sites of ongoing building work; fine particles enter rapidly, settle fast and compact hard against the tank floor and walls, resisting ordinary rinsing and requiring scraping and pressure work to shift.

The second reason

Vacant plots lengthen the cleaning cycle

Because building is scattered and services are distant, new tanks stand idle for long periods and fill slowly with stagnant water, allowing sediment to bond strongly to the tank surfaces and making each cleaning more laborious than in settled districts.

The third reason

New well water in new districts runs unstable

Wells serving new tank installations in Maqam still bear the effect of active excavation and blasting from building sites nearby, sending suspended metal particles and fine mineral load into the incoming water supply.

Maqam on the map

Maqam sits about 3 km from Yamamah and about 3.5 km from Badr.

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Before treatment

The condition of the tank decides the method

The district lies between the Al Shifa hills to the north and King Faisal Road, with active construction sites and open ground whose dust blows southward into the tanks and their feed lines.

Fine brown sediment beneath shallow water

The layer on the floor

The settled layer on the floor of a Maqam tank is thick and fine from hill and construction dust, and needs strong suction before washing can begin.

Light and algae

Light enters the new tanks through simple openings; stagnant water and heavy sediment in Maqam tanks slow algae growth compared to thinner tanks.

A damp concrete wall carrying a dark deposit

The deposit on the wall

Walls carry an even coating of fine sediment and white salt minerals that needs brushing and chemical treatment to remove completely.

A concrete surface with a fine hairline crack

The lining and hairline cracks

The concrete lining of new tanks in Maqam may have hairline cracks from drying or shrinkage, and high humidity in the district speeds their appearance.

The lid of a water tank on a building roof

The lid and the access hatch

Tank lids on new villas are often simple and maintenance hatches are narrow, making access to the tank floor difficult and requiring specialist equipment.

A plastic pipe leaving the exterior wall of a building

The vent and the overflow pipe

Ventilation and overflow openings in Maqam are often unfiltered, allowing insects and dust to enter directly into the tank.

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 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

Water from the new villa tank in Maqam runs very cloudy at first. Is that normal?

Yes, new villas and new tanks in Maqam often receive water carrying debris from the new distribution lines and local wells still settling after construction. First cleaning is vital before the water is safe for regular use.

Does the dust that the Al Shifa winds carry actually enter the tank?

Winds do not blow directly into sealed tanks but carry extremely fine dust that enters through ventilation and overflow openings. This dust settles inside and forms a layer beneath the water surface.

How often in a year does a new Maqam villa tank need cleaning?

A new villa in Maqam may need cleaning every six months in the first year because of construction sediment, then cleaning becomes less frequent after the district settles and building sites close down.

The tank leaks water onto the villa walls and humidity is very high. Is it dangerous?

Leaking may signal weakness in the tank lining or hairline cracks in the concrete, and high humidity makes it worse. High pressure cleaning could worsen cracks if they are not sealed first.

After cleaning the new tank and refilling, water turned cloudy again within two days. Why?

Fresh water in Maqam's new network still carries minerals and particles from the system expansion. The tank needs repeated cleaning in the first weeks until the water supply quality settles.

Is high pressure cleaning safe for a new concrete tank in Maqam?

New concrete tanks may be damp or not fully cured, and high pressure can cause hairline cracks. In first cleaning of new tanks we use moderate pressure to avoid stress fractures.

How much does water tank cleaning 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.