Water tank waterproofing in Kilo 14, Jeddah

Kilo 14 is a zone along the Old Makkah Road at the far southeastern edge of Jeddah, combining car repair workshops and spare parts shops in a newer industrial complex side by side with a dense, informally built residential quarter. Inner streets are unplanned and a popular market thrives. Tanks here sit above small homes and shops. Diesel smoke, motor oil and metal dust settle constantly on roofs. The tank needs strong waterproofing against heavy industrial pollutants.

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Interior surfaces fully sealed
Food-safe coating materials
Cracks and gaps filled first
Inspected before handover

Why tank waterproofing protects your water supply

A mixed industrial zone along the Old Makkah Road, with car repair workshops and spare parts shops in a modern industrial complex adjacent to an informal residential quarter. Heavy diesel smoke, oils and metal dust. Unorganised inner streets.

Seal before a leak develops

Tanks in Kilo 14 industrial zone endure heavy pollutants from car workshops, diesel and oils, so contamination happens very fast and waterproofing is essential.
Repair an existing slow drip

A leak from a tank polluted with diesel enters home walls and leaves permanent foul odours that do not disappear easily.
Keep drinking water free of debris

Water in Kilo 14 needs regular chemical testing to confirm diesel and oil contamination is not occurring even after waterproofing.
Reduce maintenance over time

Renewing an old tank in Kilo 14 with very strong waterproofing is a practical solution, but it needs regular inspection and maintenance because industrial pollutants are ongoing.

Everything included in the service

Tank drained of water
Walls scrubbed with brush
Surfaces dried before coating
Cracks and gaps sealed
Primer coat brushed on
Waterproofing coat brushed on
Second coat applied over first
Coating inspected before leaving

How the waterproofing job is carried out

Booking and access arrangement
Draining, cleaning, and drying
Sealing and coating
Inspection and handover

What changes about water tank waterproofing in Kilo 14

Tanks in Kilo 14 accumulate thick layers of diesel dust, oil and metal particles, and stay damp from oils that hang in the air. For the whole method, see how we approach water tank waterproofing.

The first reason
Heavy industrial dust from auto workshops and the complex

Workshops and shops adjacent to the residential area release diesel smoke, oil mist and heavy metal fragments into the air constantly. This dust does not blow away easily - it settles on roofs and tanks. Heavy particles enter through hairline cracks in the tank and leave a discoloured layer at the bottom. Waterproofing stops this dust entering at source.
The second reason
Oils and diesel penetrate porous concrete and erode it

Vehicle oils and diesel from generators evaporate and enter the tank body through pores. These substances dissolve concrete slowly and create new cracks. Tank water becomes polluted with strong diesel smell and oily taste. Waterproofing seals pores and protects against this chemical contamination.
The third reason
Lorry and forklift movement causes strong ongoing vibration

Lorries and forklifts move heavy loads through the industrial complex constantly. Vibrations are powerful and the ground shakes every hour. This opens wide cracks in residential tanks nearby. Waterproofing must tolerate strong and constant vibration.

The character of Kilo 14

Industrial area: workshops, warehouses and loading yards

In an industrial zone like Kilo 14, a tank sits above residential homes next to industrial workshops. Waterproofing protects families from diesel and oil pollution in their water, and safeguards resident health despite surrounding industrial hazard.

What the tank looks like after

A sealed, smooth interior surface

The coating bonds to the concrete or fibreglass and fills any hairline cracks that were present.

No active leaks or seeping

Gaps that were allowing water to seep through the walls or base are filled and covered.

Food-safe lining throughout

Every applied material is rated safe for contact with drinking water.

What our customers said

«شغلهم ما شاء الله، أنصح الجميع بالتعامل معهم. عن تجربة وثقة.»

Hesham ZayanAugust 2026 · Review on Google Maps

«أفضل شركة تنظيف بالبخار. أسعارهم ممتازة وشغلهم مرة كويس.»

Bashar Al-MushaikhiJuly 2026 · Review on Google Maps

«خدمة ممتازة.»

Abdullah Al-GhamdiAugust 2026 · Review on Google Maps

«ممتازين.»

Muhammad EshraJuly 2026 · Review on Google Maps

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Some of our work

Illustrative photographs. Our own job photographs go here as soon as the client approves them.

What is different about South Jeddah

South Jeddah is the working end of the city: the Islamic Port, the industrial city with its warehouses and workshops, and behind them older low rise districts such as Ghulail and Al Khumrah. The roads are built for lorries, and port and factory traffic runs through the night, so the dust that settles here is grey with diesel and metal filings rather than pale sand. Buildings are mostly older concrete with flat roofs and open stairwells that collect it. Sea humidity keeps it damp, and in summer it sets hard on ledges and cladding.

Nearby districts we cover

Prince Fawaz North Al Shifa Prince Fawaz South

Questions worth asking first

Does water in Kilo 14 become unsafe to drink due to diesel contamination?

Yes, very quickly. Diesel and oil pollutants enter the water through cracks rapidly. Within weeks, water becomes undrinkable.

Will waterproofing remove the diesel smell from water already stored in the tank?

Waterproofing protects new water from pollutants. But old contaminated water may retain smell. Deep cleaning and complete draining before waterproofing is essential.

Should tanks in Kilo 14 be inspected more often than in other areas?

Yes, at least every three months. Continuous industrial pollutants mean frequent inspection and ongoing maintenance.

Can we seal a tank in an industrial zone where work happens every day?

Yes, we work regardless of industrial activity. However, we may need extra time for cleaning and drying due to heavy pollutants.

Is tank cleaning before waterproofing harder in Kilo 14 than in other areas?

Yes, much harder. Oil and diesel layers need special solvents and strong scrubbing. We may need three full days for complete cleaning.

Does the seal prevent diesel smell spreading through the home after refilling?

Yes, sealed walls block smell from inside. Clean water will carry no odour, and walls will not absorb oil smell.

How much does water tank waterproofing in Kilo 14 cost?

It is set after we see the job, because the price follows the kind of work, the size of the space, its condition and the time and materials it needs. Send a photo and a short description on WhatsApp and we will give you an estimate before we reach Kilo 14.