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Shubra — West RiyadhEstablished district with mixed-age buildings

Roof Insulation in Shubra, Riyadh

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About Shubra

Shubra is a quiet residential district in west Riyadh between As-Suwaidi and Az-Zahrah, near the northern side of Wadi Nimar and served by the Hamza bin Abdulmuttalib metro station. Villas and mid-size apartment blocks prevail, and low-lying buildings near the valley call for foundation damp-proofing against rising moisture, along with roof insulation to cut heat gain. District guide

Why Shubra homes need roof insulation

Shubra in west Riyadh is home to villas and apartment buildings, connected by Hamza bin Abdulmuttalib Street. 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. Sitting near a wadi means storm and rain water may collect in places, so falls and drainage are reviewed before insulating. Intense heat most of the year makes roof thermal insulation a core part of the solution, not an optional extra. The fix: assess the existing system with a moisture survey; restore over it if dry, or strip and rebuild if saturated.

Main roads
  • • Hamza bin Abdulmuttalib Street
  • • Southern Ring Road
Nearby landmarks
  • • Wadi Nimar
Common buildings
  • • villas
  • • apartment 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 Shubra

  1. Inspect the roof, measure the area and check slopes and drains
  2. Clean the surface, remove failed insulation and treat cracks
  3. Apply primer to ensure adhesion
  4. Install the waterproofing layer and turn it up the parapet walls
  5. Flood-test with water long enough to confirm no leaks
  6. Install thermal insulation and the protection layer or tiles

Indicative prices for typical Shubra sizes

CaseSizeEstimated cost (SAR)Warranty
Smaller250 m²11,250 – 21,250Written, by work type
Typical375 m²16,900 – 31,900Written, by work type
Larger500 m²22,500 – 42,500Written, by work type

Indicative ranges excluding VAT, based on sizes common in the district; not a quote. Final price after inspection.

Approximate area375 m²
Current surface condition

Questions from Shubra residents

How much does roof insulation cost for a villa in Shubra, Riyadh?

In Shubra, 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 Shubra?

Commonly a bituminous or liquid membrane plus a thermal layer (foam or XPS) and protection, with thickness set by the thermal calculation. Near Wadi Nimar we also plan access and working hours.

How long does roof insulation take in Shubra, 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 Shubra is scheduled by team availability.

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