Water tank sterilization in Al Hamra Umm Al Jud Makkah
Al Hamra Umm Al Jud is a broad modern villa district west of Jeddah on the old road, with contemporary houses and large elevated tanks. Water here comes from Jeddah's main network and carries heavy minerals and chlorine. The large elevated tanks face direct sun and high heat, accelerating chemical reactions and algal 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 Hamra Umm Al Jud
Modern villas here are fitted with large elevated aluminium and fibreglass tanks, and water from the main network carries chlorine taste and dissolved minerals. The method is set out in full on the full Water tank sterilization page.
Large elevated tanks exposed to heat and UV rays
Villas are equipped with large fibreglass and aluminium elevated tanks. Heat affects water quality and causes rapid algae and bacterial growth.
Network water contains chlorine and heavy minerals
Water from Jeddah's main network is treated with chlorine and aluminium as disinfectants. These leave deposits in tanks and react with light.
Tanks with poor insulation allow dirt and insect entry
Older tanks in some villas may be poorly sealed. Small holes and openings allow insects, dust and soil to enter the tank.
Landmarks of Al Hamra Umm Al Jud
Access to Al Hamra Umm Al Jud is via the old Jeddah road heading west, with the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Kiswa of the Kaaba as a prominent roadside landmark. The district is bounded by Al Malik Fahd to the south, An Nuzhah to the east, and the Fourth Ring Road to the west.
- Old Makkah Jeddah Road
- Jeddah Makkah Expressway
- Fourth Ring Road
- King Abdulaziz Complex for the Kiswa of the Kaaba
- Exhibition of the Two Holy Mosques Architecture
- Al Shumaisi Park
What we read inside the tank before anything starts
An upscale residential area stretching westward on the old Jeddah road with contemporary villas and spacious plots. It is bounded by Al Malik Fahd to the south, An Nuzhah to the east, and the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Kiswa of the Kaaba stands beside the road.
Sediment on the floor
Minerals and calcium from the main network deposit slowly on tank walls and floor during summer months.
The slime film on the wall
Green algae grows on transparent or translucent tank walls exposed to direct sunlight.
Light and heat
Full flushing is essential to remove chlorine and mineral deposits from pipes and taps.
The lining and any cracking
High heat and direct light accelerate bacterial and algal growth during summer.
The lid and the openings
Mineral deposits accumulate on the tank floor and may cause cloudiness in water after sterilization.
What shows up at the tap
Chlorine smell and metallic taste appear when disinfection levels from the main network are very high.
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 Al Umrah Sub-Municipality
Al Umrah sub municipality covers the north west of Makkah along the Madinah road and the old Jeddah road, from At Tanim and Masjid Aisha to An Nawwariyah. Its districts are the city's newest, villas and apartment blocks raised on wide schemes where large tracts in Al Umrah Al Jadidah, Al Fayha and Al Buhayrat remain vacant or under construction. Wadi Saraf and Wadi At Tanim run through it and rainwater gathers on unfinished schemes, ihram shops, restaurants and coach stops along the Madinah road serve a constant flow of pilgrims, and villas fill Al Hamra and Umm Al Jud.
Questions about this district
Why does our water taste strongly of chlorine even after sterilization?
Chlorine from the main network deposits in the tank. Sterilization removes bacteria but may not remove all original chlorine traces.
Does a new fibreglass tank need regular sterilization?
Yes. Even new tanks need annual sterilization. Main network water and sunlight can cause bacterial and algal growth.
What causes the metallic taste in the water?
Main network water contains dissolved minerals. An older tank may add extra minerals from rust forming inside.
Is a fibreglass tank cleaner than an iron tank?
Fibreglass does not rust, but it allows light through which increases algae growth. Good insulation and regular sterilization are essential.
How often should we sterilize the tank per year?
At least once yearly in winter. If you notice odd taste or cloudiness, summer sterilization may be needed.
Does tank sterilization remove heavy metals from the main network?
Sterilization removes bacteria and algae. Dissolved heavy metals are not removed by sterilization alone, but filters can help.
How much does water tank sterilization in Al Hamra Umm Al Jud 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 Hamra Umm Al Jud.
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