Water tank sterilization in Al Umrah Al Jadidah Makkah
Al Umrah Al Jadidah is a new residential district along Madinah Road near the Fourth Ring Road, with villas and apartments spread across wide plots. The tanks here are relatively modern but sediment and algae accumulate quickly because water sits idle for long periods due to fluctuating consumption in individual homes.
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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 Umrah Al Jadidah
Residents report foul water odour and gradual pressure loss, indicating rapid algae buildup on the interior walls of newly installed tanks. The method is set out in full on what Water tank sterilization involves.
New tanks and high summer heat
Villas and apartment blocks in Al Umrah Al Jadidah are recently built and tanks are fibreglass or plastic. High humidity and summer heat encourage algae and bacterial growth on interior walls quickly.
Fluctuating water use in villas
A single villa may consume vastly different volumes on different days, leaving water static in the tank for long periods. Stagnant water allows sand and minerals to settle on the base and algae to coat the walls.
Sandy water from new wells and mains
Some villas and apartments draw from newly drilled wells or new city mains. The water carries sand and mineral content that settles rapidly on the tank floor.
Al Umrah Al Jadidah on the map
Al Umrah Al Jadidah sits about 4 km from An Nawwariyah and about 6 km from At Tanim.
Open in Google MapsWhat we read inside the tank before anything starts
A new planned residential district along Madinah Road, east of An Nawwariyah, with modern villas and apartment blocks, parks, small markets, mosques and health centres serving residents.
Sediment on the floor
Sediment on the floor comes from sand and mineral salts in new water supply and accumulates quickly on the plastic tank base.
The slime film on the wall
Green algae grows on the interior tank walls due to high moisture and summer heat in Al Umrah Al Jadidah.
Light and heat
Black and grey algae colonize shaded corners and areas near the inlet pipe.
The lining and any cracking
Invisible bacteria colonize the algae layer and produce sulphuric or musty odours in the water.
The lid and the openings
Algae and sediment clog the furthest distribution pipes first, causing pressure loss at upper-floor taps.
What shows up at the tap
Cloudy or slightly discoloured water signals algae and sediment breakdown during 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.
The character of Al Umrah Al Jadidah
New development: ongoing construction and vacant plots between the homes
A new district means modern fibreglass and plastic tanks rather than old concrete. Cleaning focuses on removing light algae and sediment from smooth walls, and flushing lines from the furthest taps because pressure may be weak in upper-floor villas.
Questions about this district
Why does the water in my tank turn cloudy and smell strange?
Odour and cloudiness indicate bacterial and algal growth on the tank walls. Water sitting idle for extended periods enables this growth.
Is one tank sterilization per year enough for a villa?
No, twice yearly sterilization is better in villas and apartments. Moisture, heat and fluctuating consumption speed re-contamination.
What happens if I do not remove sediment from the tank floor?
Sediment becomes a breeding ground for bacteria and fungi. Water remains unhealthy even if sterilizer is applied only to the surface.
Is chemical sterilizer safe for drinking water?
Yes, if it is licensed and specified for potable water tanks. Sterilizer is added at safe concentration and the entire tank is flushed before use.
Do new houses need more frequent sterilization than old ones?
They may initially, since new tanks have not undergone routine cleaning. After the first service, they follow the same schedule as older homes.
How much algae can build up on a tank wall in a single week?
Algae grows rapidly under favourable conditions and may form a thin layer within one to two weeks. Moisture and light through openings accelerate the process.
How much does water tank sterilization in Al Umrah Al Jadidah 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 Umrah Al Jadidah.
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