Floor & balcony waterproofing in Makkah: when to call a technician
In short: Floor & balcony waterproofing (when to call a technician) in Makkah starts with the roof, falls and drains survey, then the moisture meter for ceilings and walls, before anything is opened. The centre of Makkah sits about 301 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data). Published price: Bathroom waterproofing (per m²), SAR 15–40 per m²; anything else is quoted after the inspection.
What is specific about Makkah for floor & balcony waterproofing
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..
A flat owner in Makkah often notices the first sign of trouble on a balcony or floor: a damp patch on the ceiling below, a hairline crack near a drain, or paint lifting along the edge of a terrace. The owner may wait, hoping the problem will settle after a few dry weeks, but in a city where rain is rare and then sudden, water finds whatever gap it can. The building is usually well used, so the concern is less about aesthetics and more about keeping the living space sound without long disruption to the household.
The local setting shapes the decision. The centre of Makkah sits about 301 m above sea level, a fact that does not change how water behaves on a slab, but it does mean that flash rain running off higher ground can pool on flat balconies and roofs when drains are blocked by dust and debris. Pricing varies widely by method, so an owner should expect a clear per-square-metre or per-metre quote for the specific job rather than a single figure. Liquid roof waterproofing is commonly quoted at SAR 10–25 per m², bitumen membrane at SAR 15–35 per m², and crack injection at SAR 40–125 per metre. These ranges help an owner compare options, but the actual choice depends on what the surface is and where the water is coming from.
Practical steps help keep the job orderly. First, note where the damp appears and whether it follows rain, washing or drain use. Second, clear drains and outlets and photograph any cracks, so the technician can see the starting condition. Third, call a technician to inspect the surface and suggest a method, asking for a written quote that states the area or length, the material and the expected coating. Fourth, agree on a time when balcony use can stop, and keep the area dry for the curing period the technician specifies. Finally, after the work, check the surface after the next rain and report any new moisture at once.
Some signs can be watched for a few days; others need a technician straight away — the signs list above helps you decide.
When do you need floor & balcony waterproofing?
The following signs are worth checking before they grow:
- Damp under the light well
- Water passing from the balcony to the floor below
- A wrong fall towards the door threshold
The most common causes
- A blocked drain — we check this before anything else.
- A threshold without waterproofing — we check this before anything else.
- Incorrect falls — we check this before anything else.
Tools and methods, and when we use them
| Tool | What it finds | When we use it in Makkah |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Flood test | Whether the waterproofing holds before it is covered | Limits: for roofs with drains and wet areas before tiling |
The steps in order
- 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.
Facts and costs — Makkah
| 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) |
Short answers for 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.
Where does floor & balcony waterproofing (when to call a technician) start in Makkah?
We start with checking the falls (where water collects and where it should go), then details (thresholds, drains and upstands).
What 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 receive after the work?
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
- You can message us on WhatsApp in English; the booking details are sent back to you in the chat to confirm before the visit.
- The Saudi weekend is Friday and Saturday; mention your preferred day and time when booking.
- 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.
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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