Floor & balcony waterproofing in Makkah: for companies (annual contract)
الخلاصة: In short: In Makkah (Makkah), floor & balcony waterproofing (for companies (annual contract)) begins with the roof, falls and drains survey and the moisture meter for ceilings and walls; nothing is opened until the position is clear. The centre of Makkah sits about 301 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).
Why floor & balcony waterproofing differs in Makkah
The centre of Makkah sits about 301 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data). Team note on Makkah: 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..
The centre of Makkah sits about 301 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data), in a city of dense buildings, steep surrounding terrain and very hot, dry conditions for much of the year. For companies that hold annual maintenance contracts for floors and balconies, this combination shapes how waterproofing should be planned. Elevation and terrain affect how rainwater runs off roofs and balconies, so drainage points and falls need to be checked each year, not only after a leak appears.
The practical effect on the service is that the scope is set by the building's exposure, not just its size. Liquid roof waterproofing is priced at SAR 10–25 per m², and bitumen membrane at SAR 15–35 per m², so a roof or open balcony exposed to sun and runoff is usually the first priority in the annual plan. Basement waterproofing, at SAR 55–160 per m², is a separate line item because below-ground spaces take the most pressure from groundwater and surface flow. Crack injection, at SAR 40–125 per m, is the usual response when movement shows up in a slab, and a yearly inspection lets crews catch cracks while they are still small.
Owners of company buildings often make the same errors, and a good annual contract avoids them. The first is waiting for a visible leak before acting, which usually means damage has already reached the ceiling below. The second is treating bathrooms as an afterthought: bathroom waterproofing at SAR 15–40 per m² is inexpensive compared with repairing a floor below it. The third is choosing materials only by unit price, ignoring that epoxy coating at SAR 35–95 per m² or XPS boards at SAR 15–30 per m² each suit different surfaces. Planning the year around these points keeps the building dry and the costs predictable.
For companies, an annual contract sets the scope, the visit schedule and the reports in writing.
When do you need floor & balcony waterproofing?
If you notice one of these signs in Makkah, it is a good moment to talk to the team:
- Water passing from the balcony to the floor below
- A wrong fall towards the door threshold
- Damp under the light well
Causes we see in the field
- A common cause: a threshold without waterproofing.
- Incorrect falls.
- A common cause: a blocked drain.
Tools we use in Makkah
| Tool or method | What it measures | Why it is chosen here |
|---|---|---|
| Flood test | Whether the waterproofing holds before it is covered | Limits: for roofs with drains and wet areas before tiling |
| Roof, falls and drains survey | Ponding areas and the condition of the old layer | Limits: shows the condition, not the material alone |
| Moisture meter for ceilings and walls | Where water is entering now, from inside | Limits: measures the effect, not the water path |
How the work is done, step by step
- Checking the falls: Where water collects and where it should go.
- Details: Thresholds, drains and upstands.
- Waterproofing: The layer is applied and protected.
- Flood test: Tested before the finish goes on.
Makkah in facts and sources
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| District profile | Team note on Makkah: 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. | Kashf team |
| District profile | The centre of Makkah sits about 301 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data) | SRTM (NASA) open data |
| Bathroom waterproofing (per m²) | SAR 15–40 per m² | Owner price list (Makkah) |
Questions from Makkah
What does finishing work typically include?
It covers plastering, painting, flooring, stone or marble walls, ceilings, gypsum, doors, windows, and final electrical and plumbing installations. You can request full or partial finishing, with the scope clearly defined in the price quote.
Is it possible to renovate the building without evacuating the residents?
In many cases it can be carried out in phases without a full evacuation if the damage is limited. However, for extensive structural renovation, a temporary evacuation may be recommended to ensure safety, and the contractor will explain this in their proposal.
Does waterproofing require removing existing tiles?
It depends on the site condition. Sometimes surface waterproofing can be applied over tiles, while deep leaks require tile removal to treat the layer underneath. A technician will determine the best option after inspection.
What is the first step of floor & balcony waterproofing (for companies (annual contract))?
We start with checking the falls (where water collects and where it should go), then details (thresholds, drains and upstands).
How much does floor & balcony waterproofing cost in Makkah?
From our published price list: Bathroom waterproofing (per m²) SAR 15–40 per m². Quantities are confirmed at the inspection.
What do I get at the end?
The flood result and photos of the details, in a technical report that carries a verification code.
What we advise against
- Tiling a balcony without waterproofing
The written outputs
You receive: the flood result and photos of the details, in a technical report with a verification code.
Planning the visit in Makkah
- Have access ready to the water meter, the tank hatches, the roof and the main valve; in apartment buildings the roof keys are often with the building guard (haris).
- Prices are in Saudi riyals (SAR); the final price is confirmed after the inspection, before any work starts.
- Keep photos of the problem and of any earlier repairs — they help the technician compare before and after.
- If you rent, tell your landlord or building management before the visit and agree in writing who pays; the written report can be shared with them.
Sources and method
- SRTM (NASA) open data
- Kashf team
- Customer questions (reviewed)
- Owner price list for Makkah
- Local pages are published only after a quality gate: real local facts, text similarity of no more than 15% with any other English page, and a claims check.
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