Roof Insulation in Al Murabba, Riyadh
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About Al Murabba
Al Murabba grew around King Abdulaziz's palace outside the walls of old Riyadh and now holds the National Museum and government offices alongside villas and apartments across roughly five square kilometres. This mix of large administrative buildings and homes of varying age makes roof and external wall insulation and tank leak repairs some of the most common jobs here. District guide
Why Al Murabba homes need roof insulation
Al Murabba lies in central Riyadh along King Fahd Road and King Abdulaziz Road, and is dominated by apartment buildings, villas and shops and commercial buildings. 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. 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
- • King Fahd Road
- • King Abdulaziz Road
- • King Saud Road
- Nearby landmarks
- • Murabba Palace
- • National Museum of Saudi Arabia
- Common buildings
- • apartment buildings
- • villas
- • shops and commercial buildings
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 Murabba
- 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 Murabba 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 Al Murabba residents
How much does roof insulation cost for an apartment building in Al Murabba, Riyadh?
In Al Murabba, 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 system suits roof insulation in Al Murabba?
Commonly a bituminous or liquid membrane plus a thermal layer (foam or XPS) and protection, with thickness set by the thermal calculation. Near Murabba Palace we also plan access and working hours.
How long does roof insulation take in Al Murabba, and do you serve it?
The work takes typically two days to a week depending on area, layers and the flood test. Riyadh is one of the cities we serve directly; the inspection in Al Murabba is scheduled by team availability.
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