The right gear for drinking water
Pumps to clear sludge, scrubbing to remove biofilm, and disinfectant meant for potable storage.
Water Tank Cleaning in Al Asalah, Jeddah
Al Asalah is a newly established northern district close to King Abdullah Sports City, with new villas and apartment blocks rising in a planned development. Some streets are not yet paved and the drainage network is incomplete. Tanks here are new but the pipes may contain construction dust and sand from the new subdivisions. A team here must understand the problems of ongoing construction and incomplete infrastructure.
- A team arrives, not one worker
- Price agreed before we start
- Our own pumps and disinfectant
- Rechecked before we refill
What changes about water tank cleaning in Al Asalah
Storage tanks in newly developing areas contain construction dust and gravel from new pipes that are not yet fully completed and flushed, requiring careful inspection of all pipework before cleaning begins. For the method itself, see the full water tank cleaning page.
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The first reason
Active construction introduces dust and gravel into new pipes
Al Asalah is a new district with ongoing building work, and newly laid pipes may hold iron dust and gravel from excavation and construction. This dust enters the tank and leaves a light grey sediment on the floor. Cleaning must start by inspecting all pipes to ensure no new construction dust is still entering from the development work ongoing nearby.
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The second reason
Incomplete drainage network may prevent normal tank discharge
The district is new and infrastructure is still under construction, and the drainage network may not yet be complete. Full tank drainage requires safe disposal, and we may need to coordinate with you on how to safely run off the water. In some cases we may use a portable collection tank to contain the discharge.
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The third reason
New villas and blocks not yet occupied hold stagnant water
Al Asalah is a newly planned development and some villas and apartments have not yet been taken over from the builder. New tanks may hold stagnant water from the first fill during system testing and commissioning, and may have sediment from the fresh pipework. The first cleaning of a new tank must be thorough.
What water tank cleaning covers in Al Asalah
Al Asalah sits in north Jeddah between Madinah Road and the Haramain expressway, close to King Abdullah Sports City. Construction is ongoing and the development is not complete. Streets are under development and pipework is still being finalised, all of which affects the quality of water entering the tank.
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Tank checked before we start
In a newly developing district, the tank may hold light construction dust on the walls, so we inspect closely and trace the sediment back to its source before we start work.
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Old water drained out
Draining the tank may be difficult because full infrastructure is not complete, so we coordinate with you on a safe discharge method before we arrive.
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Sediment vacuumed from the bottom
Sediment removal focuses on the inlet pipes and floor, because sand may come from the new pipes that have not yet been factory flushed.
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Walls and floor scrubbed
Scrubbing the walls is easier here because the tank is new and sediment is light, but we still work thoroughly throughout.
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Interior surfaces disinfected
Disinfection of a new tank is essential because test water from construction may carry bacteria, so we use certified disinfectant approved for drinking water.
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Final rinse and lid check
The final rinse takes time because we must ensure no construction dust remains before we hand over the tank ready for occupation and use.
Not included
- Repairing cracks, leaks or a failed tank wall
- Plumbing, pump or float-valve repair and replacement
- Replacing the tank or refitting a broken lid
- Treating the quality of the water supplied to the tank
How a tank is actually cleaned
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Isolate and drain fully
The supply into the tank is shut and the tank is drained completely.
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Remove the sediment by hand
The sludge on the floor is scooped and pumped out first.
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Scrub walls and floor bare
The biofilm on the walls is physically scrubbed off.
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Disinfect the bare surfaces
With the walls and floor clean, a disinfectant made for drinking-water storage is applied and given time to act on every surface.
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Rinse and pump clear
The disinfectant and any loosened residue are rinsed down and pumped out, so the first tank of water after us is not carrying it.
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Check the lid, then refill with you
We check the cover seal and inlet before refilling, so dust and insects stay out, then start the refill while you watch it run clear.
Al Asalah on the map
Why us for this job in particular
A team, done in one visit
We send a team, not one person, so a tank is drained, cleaned, disinfected and refilled in a single visit rather than left open for days.
We check the cause, not just the tank
We look at the lid seal and inlet, because a tank that got dirty fast usually has a way in.
You watch it refill clear
Nothing is closed until the tank is refilling and you have seen the water run clean.
From our work
Photographs from real jobs carried out by the crew.
The job is not closed before you approve it
The commitment is simple enough to actually keep: we do not leave until the tank is disinfected, refilling, and you have seen it for yourself.
Landmarks of Al Asalah
Prince Talal bin Mansour Road and Al Suyuti Mosque mark the location clearly in the emerging district, and when we schedule your appointment we use these landmarks to direct our team quickly to the address in the new development.
- Prince Talal bin Mansour Road
- Al Mutasim Billah Street
- Al Suyuti Mosque
- Al Asalah Public Park
- King Abdullah Sports City
- Wadi Obhur
Questions about water tank cleaning in Al Asalah
The area is brand new and the tank is new; why does it need cleaning?
New tanks contain construction dust and gravel left in new pipes. The first water drawn may be cloudy from sediment. We recommend full cleaning after first filling and before the water is used, so you start with a clean tank.
The street is under construction and there is no drainage network yet; how do you drain?
We coordinate with you on the discharge method. We may use a portable collection tank to gather the water, or run it safely away from the building. We agree on the method before we arrive.
The villa is brand new and I have not yet taken it from the builder; is the tank clean?
A new tank may look clean but contains construction dust on the walls and floor. We recommend full cleaning before you move your furniture in, because cleaning after occupation is harder and more disruptive.
How long after construction can we start using the water safely?
Immediately after construction the pipes may hold dust and gravel. We recommend tank cleaning before full use. After a month of use a second cleaning may be needed if pipes are still under development nearby.
Does construction activity in the area affect the water in the tank?
Yes, ongoing construction raises dust and sand in the air, and it may enter through ventilation openings. If construction is directly adjacent the effect is greater. We recommend protecting the tank with an additional cover from construction dust.
The tank is new and pipes are new; after you clean it how long before we can drink?
After cleaning and final rinsing the tank is ready for use at once. However, we recommend running taps and flushing the lines for several minutes before drinking, because fresh pipes may still release fine gravel particles.
Can you clean a rooftop tank with a small opening?
Usually yes. A tight rooftop unit with a narrow hatch takes more care and time than a wide ground tank, but the cleaning is the same. Access is one of the things we ask about up front so the price and duration are right before we come.
How often should a tank be cleaned?
On a regular cycle rather than once and forgotten, and sooner if you notice grit, a taste or a cloudy tint.
How much does water tank cleaning in Al Asalah cost?
It is set after the inspection, because it follows the size of the job, the materials involved and their condition. Send photos on WhatsApp and we will give you an estimate before we reach Al Asalah.
Other services in Al Asalah
We provide these in Al Asalah too, and more than one can share a single visit.
