Water tank waterproofing for hotels & serviced apartments in Abu Arish

Prepared by the technical team · editorial review · last updated 13 November 2026 · Sources

What is specific about Abu Arish for water tank waterproofing

The centre of Abu Arish sits about 67 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data). Team note on Abu Arish: Kashf teams serve this city and its nearby districts with the same documented inspection standard: device-based leak detection without demolition, a written report, and a clear scope before any work begins..

Water tank waterproofing for hotels and serviced apartments in Abu Arish usually starts with a leaking or seeping tank wall or floor, often discovered only after staining or damp appears in the rooms below. Hotels and serviced apartments depend on a steady supply, so even a small leak can disrupt guests and cause repeated refilling. The most common causes are hairline cracks in the concrete, joints that have lost their seal, and old coatings that have peeled away from the inner surface. Tank internal coating is typically priced at SAR 25–60 per m², and crack injection at SAR 40–120 per metre, so a clear assessment of which problem is present helps keep the work focused on what the tank actually needs.

Local conditions shape the approach. The centre of Abu Arish sits about 67 m above sea level, which is relevant when a property is planning its water storage and pumping arrangements, and it also affects how a contractor should check the tank's surroundings for ground moisture and drainage. Because a tank is often sited close to the roof or a basement, the work may overlap with liquid roof waterproofing at SAR 8–25 per m², or basement waterproofing at SAR 50–150 per m². A good contractor will look at the whole structure rather than treating the tank in isolation, and will suggest epoxy coating at SAR 35–90 per m² or spray foam at SAR 20–45 per m² only where they suit the surface being treated.

Before the visit, ask the provider to explain how they will locate the source of the leak and whether they will test the tank before and after the work. Ask which materials they propose and why, and request a per-square-metre or per-metre breakdown so you can compare the quote with the ranges listed here. Confirm how long the tank will be out of use and how the hotel or apartment building will keep its water supply running during the work. Finally, ask what preparation the property needs to complete, such as emptying and cleaning the tank, so the visit can cover the real scope of the job without unexpected delays.

For hotels and serviced apartments, rooms are handled in batches to keep units available.

Signs worth paying attention to

The following signs are worth checking before they grow:

• A tank that leaks after testing
• Deposits and flaking inside the tank
• Unusual colour or taste in the water

The most common causes

• Damaged old coating — we check this before anything else.
• Cracks in the walls or floor — we check this before anything else.
• Construction joints — we check this before anything else.

Tools and methods, and when we use them

The steps in order

1. Emptying and ventilation: The tank is emptied and ventilated before entry.
2. Cleaning and preparation: Loose material is removed down to a sound surface.
3. Crack treatment: Active cracks are treated first.
4. Coating layers: A material intended for drinking-water tanks is applied.
5. Disinfection and fill test: The tank is disinfected and the level is monitored after filling.

Quick comparison: facts and costs in Abu Arish

Questions from Abu Arish

What we advise against

• Using a material that is not intended for drinking water

What you get after the work

The written output: the material name, its batch number and the fill-test result. The report is numbered and can be checked with its verification code.