Floor & balcony waterproofing for villas in Makkah
In short: In Makkah (Makkah), floor & balcony waterproofing for villas 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). Pricing starts from Bathroom waterproofing (per m²) (SAR 15–40 per m²), and other items are quoted after the visit.
Floor & balcony waterproofing in Makkah: the local context
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).
Is my villa balcony or floor slab leaking, and what will it cost to fix? Most owners in Makkah notice damp patches, flaking paint or hairline cracks before they think about the cause. The centre of Makkah sits about 301 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data), and the area's rainfall and temperature swings put steady stress on concrete surfaces, so it pays to check early. For floors and balconies, the most common approaches are liquid roof waterproofing at SAR 10–25 per m², bitumen membrane at SAR 15–35 per m², spray foam at SAR 25–35 per m², and epoxy coating at SAR 35–95 per m². Cracks are priced separately as crack injection at SAR 40–125 per metre.
Our inspection starts with a walk over the balcony and floor slab to look for ponding, staining, peeling finishes and cracks, and to note where water seems to collect or travel. We mark each crack and measure its length in metres so the crack injection quote matches what is actually visible. Where the surface looks sound, the team checks the area in square metres so the coating quote can be worked out per m². If a bathroom sits above the balcony or the slab, the same check is made there, since bathroom waterproofing is priced separately at SAR 15–40 per m². The inspection ends with a short walkthrough explaining which system suits each area and why, so you can decide with the full picture in front of you.
To make the visit efficient, gather any previous repair records, invoices or photos showing when the problem first appeared, and note which rooms or balconies are affected. Clear furniture, plant pots and stored items away from the edges of the balcony and from the areas you want checked, so the surface is accessible. If you have access to the roof or the floor directly below the affected area, let the inspector know in advance. Having the rough measurements of each balcony and the approximate area of any damp patches ready will also help us give you a clearer estimate on the day.
In a villa, tanks, the roof and the yard lines are usually yours to look after, so it helps to know where the main valve and tank hatches are.
Signs that call for floor & balcony waterproofing
If you notice one of these signs in Makkah, it is a good moment to talk to the team:
- Damp under the light well
- A wrong fall towards the door threshold
- Water passing from the balcony to the floor below
The most common causes
- A blocked drain — we check this before anything else.
- A common cause: incorrect falls.
- A threshold without waterproofing.
Tools and methods, and when we use them
| Method | What it helps with | Its role in Makkah |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture meter for ceilings and walls | Where water is entering now, from inside | Limits: measures the effect, not the water path |
| Roof, falls and drains survey | Ponding areas and the condition of the old layer | Limits: shows the condition, not the material alone |
| Flood test | Whether the waterproofing holds before it is covered | Limits: for roofs with drains and wet areas before tiling |
From the first visit to the report
- 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 | The centre of Makkah sits about 301 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data) | SRTM (NASA) open data |
| 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 |
| 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.
What is the first step of floor & balcony waterproofing for villas?
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.
Mistakes that cost more
- Tiling a balcony without waterproofing
What you receive
You receive: the flood result and photos of the details, in a technical report with a verification code.
Practical notes for residents of Makkah
- The Saudi weekend is Friday and Saturday; mention your preferred day and time when booking.
- You can message us on WhatsApp in English; the booking details are sent back to you in the chat to confirm before the visit.
- 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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