Roof Insulation in Al Basatin, Al Baha
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About Al Basatin
Al Basatin is a district of Al-Baha city with plots offered on King Abdulaziz Street, its name evoking the orchards and farming terraces the region is known for. Land near crops and trees brings ants, insects and rodents into adjoining homes, so regular preventive control is advised, and new construction needs foundation waterproofing against moisture from fertile soil, irrigation and rain. District guide
Why Al Basatin homes need roof insulation
Al Basatin lies in Al Baha along King Abdulaziz Street, and is dominated by villas. Villa roofs are wide, multi-level and crowded with AC bases and annexes, and every joint or opening is a weak point for rain or AC condensate. The altitude brings heavier rain and day–night temperature swings, so flexible materials and careful expansion joints are preferred. The city's cold winters and hot summers cause repeated expansion and contraction, so a flexible system is preferred. The fix: assess the existing system with a moisture survey; restore over it if dry, or strip and rebuild if saturated.
- Main roads
- • King Abdulaziz Street
- Common buildings
- • villas
Materials and specifications
- Bituminous membrane (rolls): Durable torch-applied waterproofing, suited to large concrete roofs.
- Spray polyurethane foam: Seamless thermal and waterproof layer in one; needs a UV-protective topcoat.
- Liquid acrylic or polyurethane coating: Flexible layer ideal for maintenance and detailed roofs.
- Extruded polystyrene boards (XPS): Compression-resistant thermal insulation under tiles.
We select products conforming to the relevant Saudi standards and apply them per the manufacturer's datasheet.
Execution plan in Al Basatin
- Inspect the roof, measure the area and check slopes and drains
- Clean the surface, remove failed insulation and treat cracks
- Apply primer to ensure adhesion
- Install the waterproofing layer and turn it up the parapet walls
- Flood-test with water long enough to confirm no leaks
- Install thermal insulation and the protection layer or tiles
Indicative prices for typical Al Basatin sizes
| Case | Size | Estimated cost (SAR) | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smaller | 250 m² | 11,250 – 21,250 | Written, by work type |
| Typical | 375 m² | 16,900 – 31,900 | Written, by work type |
| Larger | 500 m² | 22,500 – 42,500 | Written, by work type |
Indicative ranges excluding VAT, based on sizes common in the district; not a quote. Final price after inspection.
Questions from Al Basatin residents
How much does roof insulation cost for a villa in Al Basatin, Al Baha?
In Al Basatin, for about 400 m² the indicative cost is SAR 18,000–34,000 before VAT (SAR 45–85 per m²). Prices are indicative and confirmed after inspection according to condition, material and access.
Which material is used for roof insulation in Al Basatin?
Commonly a bituminous or liquid membrane plus a thermal layer (foam or XPS) and protection, with thickness set by the thermal calculation.
How long does roof insulation take in Al Basatin, and do you serve it?
The work takes typically two days to a week depending on area, layers and the flood test. We serve Al Baha on request; once we receive your request from Al Basatin we coordinate a date by team availability and confirm it first.
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