Water tank cleaning in South Prince Fawaz, Jeddah

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 South Prince Fawaz

Tanks here fill faster than others because pressure is high near the expressway. White sediment from minerals in the soil builds up quickly. The method is set out in full on our Water tank cleaning service.

The first reason

Open drainage channel bringing moisture, dust and insects

The open channel holds constant humidity and fine dust and attracts insects. Wind carries dust from the channel to exposed tanks. Continuous moisture speeds algae and fungal growth on tank surfaces.

The second reason

High pressure from proximity to the highways

Pressure in the water network is elevated near fast roads, so tanks fill rapidly. High pressure causes leaks from lower openings if seals are weak, and sediment settles fast.

The third reason

White mineral sediment from the soil south of Jeddah

The soil here holds white minerals and calcium. Deep water pipes draw these minerals from the ground, and white sediment builds thick and clings stubbornly to surfaces.

South Prince Fawaz on the map

South Prince Fawaz sits about 1 km from North Prince Fawaz and about 1.5 km from Al Adl.

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Before treatment

The condition of the tank decides the method

A thick residential district mixing apartment blocks and villas with an exposed stormwater channel running through it, close to the Haramain and Jeddah Makkah roads, with damp soil and high air circulation.

Fine brown sediment beneath shallow water

The layer on the floor

The floor layer is dark white and heavy, made of calcium and minerals that stick hard. Removal is difficult because sediment clings stubbornly and high pressure must be used with care.

Light and algae

Green algae grows fast from the constant high humidity from the channel. Direct sun speeds growth further.

A damp concrete wall carrying a dark deposit

The deposit on the wall

The wall coating is thick and clings, a mixture of calcium and algae. Cleaning takes longer than average.

A concrete surface with a fine hairline crack

The lining and hairline cracks

Hairline cracks may appear from the constant high pressure. Old linings can collapse under sustained pressure.

The lid of a water tank on a building roof

The lid and the access hatch

Lids and openings may leak from high pressure and rust quickly from continuous moisture from the channel.

A plastic pipe leaving the exterior wall of a building

The vent and the overflow pipe

The air vent and overflow pipe block quickly from white dust and mineral sediment. Insects from the channel may enter through unguarded openings.

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 South Sub-Municipality

The South sub municipality runs from the edge of Old Makkah Road down to Al Khumrah and the southern corniche. Dense residential districts sit beside new subdivisions such as Al Sanabil and Al Taawun, warehouse fringes such as Al Saruriyah and Al Sarawat, and an old seaside settlement at Al Quzayn. Open stormwater channels cross the housing, and the warehouses, the vegetable and livestock markets and the nearby Islamic Port and Industrial City give pests shelter, food and year round humidity. Pressure is greatest in the older quarters, where drainage networks are ageing.

Questions about this district

Why does the first water from the tap look white and milky when we turn it on?

White water is air bubbles mixed with the water. When the bubbles rise, the water clears. High pressure here makes this happen more often.

Does the thick white sediment need cleaning more often than other areas?

Yes. Calcium and mineral sediment clings very hard. Cleaning needs higher pressure and longer work time.

Does the open drainage channel affect the tank directly above it?

Yes. Moisture and dust rise from the channel and wind carries fine particles to exposed tanks or those nearby.

Can high water pressure cause the tank to leak from its lower openings?

High pressure increases the risk of leaks from lower openings if caps are loose or seals are aged.

Do tiny insects from the channel get into the tank or stay only in the pipes?

Small insects can enter tanks through unguarded air vents or blocked openings. The nearby drainage channel is a constant source.

How often must a tank in an area like this with an open channel be cleaned?

Tanks here need cleaning at least every two months. During windy seasons cleaning may be needed more often.

How much does water tank cleaning in South Prince Fawaz 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 South Prince Fawaz.