Roof Insulation in Tihamah, Dhahran
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About Tihamah
Tihamah sits in the heart of Dhahran near the Ithra centre, crossed by Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Road linking it to Khobar and Dammam. Newer apartment projects stand beside family villas, so shared roofs and water tanks come first in the blocks, while villas benefit from thermal insulation on west-facing walls and periodic checks of AC openings and service penetrations where insects can enter. District guide
Why Tihamah homes need roof insulation
Apartment buildings and villas define Tihamah in Dhahran, beside Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Road. An apartment building's roof is shared and crowded with AC units and flat tanks, so top-floor residents bear both the heat and the leaks. High humidity affects bonding and curing, so application is scheduled in the least humid hours. Intense heat most of the year makes roof thermal insulation a core part of the solution, not an optional extra. The fix: a system that tolerates maintenance traffic on equipment-crowded roofs, with precise detailing around bases and penetrations.
- Main roads
- • Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Road
- • Ata ibn Abi Rabah Street
- • Khalaf bin Saad Street
- Nearby landmarks
- • King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra)
- Common buildings
- • apartment 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 Tihamah
- 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 Tihamah sizes
| Case | Size | Estimated cost (SAR) | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smaller | 300 m² | 13,500 – 25,500 | Written, by work type |
| Typical | 500 m² | 22,500 – 42,500 | Written, by work type |
| Larger | 700 m² | 31,500 – 59,500 | Written, by work type |
Indicative ranges excluding VAT, based on sizes common in the district; not a quote. Final price after inspection.
Questions from Tihamah residents
How much does roof insulation cost for an apartment building in Tihamah, Dhahran?
In Tihamah, for about 500 m² the indicative cost is SAR 22,500–42,500 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 Tihamah?
Commonly a bituminous or liquid membrane plus a thermal layer (foam or XPS) and protection, with thickness set by the thermal calculation. Near King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) we also plan access and working hours.
How long does roof insulation take in Tihamah, and do you serve it?
The work takes typically two days to a week depending on area, layers and the flood test. We serve Dhahran on request; once we receive your request from Tihamah we coordinate a date by team availability and confirm it first.
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