Water tank sterilization in Al Bashair Jeddah
Al Bashair is a new district on the Asfan ring road with newly built villas, apartment blocks, rest houses and subdivisions still under construction. The tanks here are usually new but carry sediment from freshly laid pipes and newly installed fittings, and direct sun exposure on roof tanks causes algae and biofilm growth.
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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 Al Bashair
Most villas and apartment buildings in Al Bashair were built within the last five years, and the tanks themselves are new but have become contaminated by debris from new pipework and recent installations. The method is set out in full on the full Water tank sterilization page.
New tanks on exposed roof surfaces
Al Bashair villas have tanks mounted directly on open roofs in full sun. Heat drives algae growth and biofilm formation on tank walls inside and out.
Sediment from new pipes and fittings
New copper and iron pipes shed metal particles and rust into the tank during the first year. The deposit settles at the base and causes water cloudiness.
Deep tanks in apartment blocks need regular attention
New apartment buildings have deep tanks below ground or in basement levels. These tanks escape direct sun but collect heavier sediment due to poor circulation and slow water movement.
The character of Al Bashair
New development: ongoing construction and vacant plots between the homes
A new development means most villas and buildings are recently built and tanks are new themselves. Treatment focuses on removing installation sediment and new-pipe debris and sun-driven algae, not on cleaning deep-rooted old contamination.
What we read inside the tank before anything starts
A new district in north Jeddah on the Asfan ring road, bounded by Al Furusiyah to the east, Taybah to the west, Al Falah to the south and Al Rahmaniyah to the south east, with villas, apartment buildings, rest houses and ongoing construction sites.
Sediment on the floor
Metal sediment from new copper and iron pipes settles at the tank floor and requires mechanical removal by high-pressure wash.
The slime film on the wall
Roof tank walls face direct sun and grow green algae and a slippery bacterial biofilm from aerobic growth.
Light and heat
Pipelines from tank to outlets need strong flushing to clear sediment and particles left from new installation.
The lining and any cracking
Moisture on external tank surfaces and heat exposure cause fungal growth on the outer surface and seams.
The lid and the openings
Deep basement tanks lack light and hold heavier sediment, requiring more vigorous flushing.
What shows up at the tap
Stagnant water in new tanks contains suspended particles of sand, rust and debris that need filtration and flushing before use.
How we work
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Inspect and record the condition
We open the hatch and work through what the tank is made of and how big it is, how deep the sediment lies, the state of the lining, whether the lid and the overflow seal, and whether there is a crack that has to be repaired before any sterilizing.
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Drain and lift the sediment out
The water goes out, then the silt and sand are lifted off the floor by suction rather than pushed toward the outlet, because pushing them sends them into the house pipework and the heater.
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High pressure wash
Walls, floor, corners and the area around the outlet, until the slime film is completely gone. This is the step that makes the sterilizing after it mean anything.
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Sterilize, rinse, then return to service
The sterilizing agent goes onto the walls, the floor and the underside of the lid and is left for its contact time, then we rinse, refill and run the furthest tap until the whole line is clear.
What water tank sterilization includes
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A recorded inspection
Material, capacity, sediment depth, the state of the lining, the lid and the overflow, all before any work begins.
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Draining and sediment removal
The water out, and the silt and sand lifted off the floor instead of being pushed into the outlet and the house pipework.
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High pressure washing
Walls, corners and around the outlet, until the biofilm that no disinfectant penetrates has gone.
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Sterilizing the internal surfaces
A sterilizing agent meant for drinking water tanks, applied to the walls, the floor and the underside of the lid, and left for its contact time.
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Line flush and aftercare
Rinse, refill and a flush from the furthest tap, when the water is usable again, and what to change in the filter afterwards.
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The next cycle
We agree the right interval for your tank from how it is filled, how much sun it takes and the condition of the lid.
What is different about Taybah Sub-Municipality
Taybah sub municipality covers the newly built districts of north east Jeddah along Al Haramain Road and Asfan Road. New villas and apartment buildings stand among vacant plots, building sites and half finished subdivisions. Al Hamdaniyah is the oldest and densest part with its markets and shops, while Al Furusiyah, Al Bashair, Al Rahmaniyah, Al Falah and Al Salihiyah are mostly recent. The ground is inland and away from the sea, dry and dusty, rest houses, camps and stables on the fringes draw flies and crawling insects, and constant digging and construction stirs rodents out of the empty plots.
Questions about this district
Why does water in a new tank contain sediment?
New pipes and fittings shed metal particles and rust. These collect at the tank floor and build up over time.
Is algae in a roof tank a health risk?
Algae and biofilm create an environment for bacterial growth. High-pressure washing and biofilm removal prevents contamination.
How often should a new tank be sterilized each year?
In new districts like Al Bashair, annual or biennial sterilization is enough if the tank is sealed. If exposed or older, every six months is better.
Is washing a tank with plain water adequate?
Plain water removes only surface dirt. Biofilm needs high-pressure jets and the correct chemical sterilant.
Is a roof tank cleaner than a basement tank?
Roof tanks suffer algae and heat damage. Basement tanks run cooler but collect heavier sediment. Each type needs different treatment.
Does sterilization harm new metal piping?
If we select the right sterilant and flush the lines thoroughly afterward, no damage occurs. Final flushing is critical.
How much does water tank sterilization in Al Bashair 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 Bashair.
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