Water tank sterilization in Al Rawdah Makkah
Al Rawdah is a cluster of hotels and seasonal residences between the Grand Mosque and Jabal Abu Qubais. Old family houses are steadily replaced by tall seasonal accommodation blocks. Tanks here are diverse: some very old in original houses, some brand new in new towers.
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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 Rawdah
The area is undergoing rapid development and conversion from permanent housing to seasonal residence, with many new tanks requiring initial sterilization due to construction debris. The method is set out in full on how we approach Water tank sterilization.
Large hotels and seasonal residences
New towers in Al Rawdah contain large water tanks to accommodate many seasonal guests. Tanks are modern but need thorough sterilization before first use and after each season.
Old family houses beneath new towers
Some old family houses remain alongside new towers. Their tanks are very old and weak, and moisture and salts may seep from soil attached to the house.
High water pressure and seasonal swings
Water pressure in the area is very high due to location between the mosque and nearby hotels. Intense seasonal consumption causes sharp pressure swings, stressing tanks and pipes.
Landmarks of Al Rawdah
Access to buildings in Al Rawdah runs via King Fahd Road and the Al Faisaliyah tunnel as main landmarks. The area is bounded by Jabal Abu Qubais to the west, Al Adl to the north and Al Maabdah to the south, defining the service zone clearly.
- King Fahd Road
- Al Faisaliyah Tunnel
- Jabal Abu Qubais
- King Faisal Road
What we read inside the tank before anything starts
A cluster of hotels and seasonal residences east of the Grand Mosque between King Fahd Road and the Al Faisaliyah tunnel. The area lies behind Jabal Abu Qubais, with Al Adl to the north and Al Maabdah to the west. Older family houses are gradually converting to tall seasonal accommodation blocks due to proximity to the mosque and holy sites.
Sediment on the floor
Sediment from construction debris and raw materials accumulates in new tanks until initial sterilization.
The slime film on the wall
Algae and bacteria may grow in old tanks from historic houses if they lack sufficient sunlight.
Light and heat
Pipes connecting old houses to new towers may retain deposits from the old pipe network.
The lining and any cracking
High moisture from salt-laden soil around the mosque allows salt and dirt to seep into tanks near foundations.
The lid and the openings
Large hotel tanks accumulate heavy sediment because water sits for long periods during seasonal demand drops.
What shows up at the tap
Fluctuating seasonal water pressure may cause small leaks through microscopic cracks in older tanks.
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 Maabdah Sub-Municipality
Al Maabdah sub municipality climbs from Al Abtah and Al Jumayzah beside the Al Mualla cemetery up through Al Khansa and Rai Adhakhir to Al Adl, Jabal Al Nour, Wadi Jaleel and Qurtubah on the outer ring roads. It mixes hotels and pilgrim housing near the Grand Mosque with old popular houses on hillside passes, new housing schemes on valley floors that carry flash floods after rain, and industrial plots, workshops and warehouses along Al Hajj Street in Qurtubah. Street widening and expropriation leave partly demolished frontages in Al Khansa.
Questions about this district
Why must a new hotel tank be sterilized before first use?
New tanks may contain construction debris, paint residue and dust from storage. Initial sterilization clears all these remnants.
Do moisture from old houses affect new tower tanks next to them?
It may if cracks exist in walls or connected foundations. We measure moisture and treat foundations if needed.
How do we manage the very high water pressure in Al Rawdah tanks?
We use specialized equipment to measure pressure and reduce washing force on weaker tanks. Modern tanks tolerate high-pressure washing.
What change is expected in a tank when a family house becomes a hotel tower?
The change means replacing the old tank with a modern one. We inspect old foundations and pipes if they remain.
Does intense seasonal use mean more frequent sterilization?
Yes. Heavy seasonal use requires sterilization before the season, after it, and possibly during if the season is long.
Is water quality in Al Rawdah heavier due to its location?
It may be slightly heavier due to proximity to old foundations and salt-laden soil around the mosque.
How much does water tank sterilization in Al Rawdah 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 Rawdah.
Nearby districts we cover
Other services in Al Rawdah
Other services we provide to residents of Al Rawdah.
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Water tanks
Water tank cleaning
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Water tanks
Water tank sealing
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Water tanks
Tank leak repair
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Residential
Cockroach control
Need water tank sterilization in Al Rawdah? Tell us what you saw and we will tell you what it needs
We reach Al Rawdah at a time we agree, and you get the full cost before we start.