Water tank sterilization in Maqam Makkah
Maqam is a northern extension of Al Sharai between Al Usaylah and Al Khadra, with new residential schemes. Tanks here are new but water from nearby wells carries mineral sediment, and new apartment buildings and recently built mosques such as Al Firdaws and Dhu Al Nurayn require regular sterilization. The main risk is that new tanks receive no routine maintenance because new residents are unaware of the need.
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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 Maqam
Most apartment buildings were constructed in the past two years and tanks have filled from newly drilled wells. Residents are new and awareness of tank maintenance is low. The method is set out in full on the full Water tank sterilization page.
New wells and mineral-rich water
Recently drilled wells in Maqam provide water but it is high in calcium, magnesium and iron. Mineral sediment settles in tanks rapidly, especially in heat-exposed tanks. New pipelines lose flow due to sediment buildup.
New residents and low maintenance awareness
Residents in Maqam are new to the quarter and tanks are new. Many do not know tanks need regular sterilization. Tanks can go years without cleaning, allowing sediment and bacteria to accumulate.
New mosques and large storage tanks
Al Firdaws and Dhu Al Nurayn mosques are newly built with large tanks. These tanks serve ablution water, cooking and drinking water. Sterilization is essential due to heavy use and the need for clean safe water.
Maqam on the map
Maqam sits about 3 km from Yamamah and about 3.5 km from Badr.
Open in Google MapsWhat we read inside the tank before anything starts
A recent northern extension of Al Sharai between Al Usaylah and Al Khadra, new residential schemes and apartment buildings. The Haram boundary marker on King Faisal Road marks its southern edge, new mosques like Al Firdaws and Dhu Al Nurayn cluster in the south, and vacant plots climb towards the Al Shifa hills to the north.
Sediment on the floor
Mineral sediment from calcium and magnesium accumulates at the base and on walls because water is very hard.
The slime film on the wall
Algae and bacteria grow quickly in new tanks because pipelines and tanks start clean.
Light and heat
New copper and iron pipelines need cleaning from mineral sediment that reduces flow.
The lining and any cracking
Rooftop tanks exposed to sun encourage green algae and bacterial growth.
The lid and the openings
Underground tanks in lower storeys are protected but sediment builds at the base.
What shows up at the tap
New residents do not routinely inspect tanks so sterilization may not occur until a year or more after first filling.
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 Maqam
New development: ongoing construction and vacant plots between the homes
Maqam is a new-development quarter with new residents and low awareness of tank maintenance. Buildings and tanks are modern but require regular sterilization. Treatment focuses on removing mineral sediment from wells and regular sterilization because residents may not request maintenance until a problem appears.
Questions about this district
Why do new tanks in Maqam need sterilization?
New tanks filled from local wells that carry minerals and iron. Bacteria begin to grow from the first filling and mineral sediment accumulates on walls.
Is water in Maqam hard?
Yes, the water is high in calcium and magnesium causing high hardness. This settles in tanks and pipelines and reduces pressure.
Does sterilization solve the low water pressure problem?
Sterilization removes bacteria but does not remove mineral sediment. We need high-pressure washing before sterilization to clear sediment from pipelines.
What is the difference between sterilizing a household tank and a mosque tank?
Mosque tanks are larger and more heavily used. The sterilization method is the same but requires more detailed inspection and takes longer.
Do new residents know tanks need regular maintenance?
Many new residents do not. Tanks can go a year or more without maintenance, causing sediment and bacterial buildup.
Is sterilization safe for families and children?
Sterilization with approved agents is completely safe. After sterilization we rinse the tank and pipelines thoroughly and the water is safe for drinking and ablution.
How much does water tank sterilization in Maqam 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 Maqam.
Other services in Maqam
Other services we provide to residents of Maqam.
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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
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