Hidden water leak detection in Al Azyzya, Jeddah: for companies (annual contract)

Prepared by the technical team · editorial review · last updated 13 November 2026 · Sources

Before we start: what we know about Al Azyzya

The centre of Al Azyzya is at 21.5533, 39.1944, about 2.5 km from the centre of Jeddah, with an approximate radius of 1.2 km. The service-area circle on the map below is drawn from this point. Al Azyzya is about 4.5 km from the sea coast (OpenStreetMap).

The centre of Al Azyzya sits about 25 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data). Main roads in or near Al Azyzya: King Fahd Road, Prince Majed Road, Makarona Road.

Hidden water leak detection in Al Azyzya, Jeddah, begins with the location itself. The centre of Al Azyzya sits at 21.5533, 39.1944, about 2.5 km from the centre of Jeddah, with an approximate radius of 1.2 km, so many commercial buildings here are close enough to older urban pipe networks that mixed supply lines and repairs are worth checking first. The centre of Al Azyzya sits about 25 m above sea level, which matters for pressure in buildings with rooftop or ground-level storage. Al Azyzya is about 4.5 km from the sea coast, so the first checks focus on water tanks, supply risers and any areas where humidity and salt-laden air could affect pipe joints and fittings over time.

The site visit covers the parts that cannot be judged from a description. The technician confirms the routes of concealed pipes, the condition of floor slabs and wall cavities, and whether moisture shows in ceilings, skirting or car park surfaces. Tank condition is assessed on the spot, including the state of the internal coating. For tank internal coating, the typical range is SAR 25–65 per m², and the final quote depends on the surface area and access measured during the visit. Pressure readings, valve positions and any signs of past repairs are also recorded on site, since these shape the method used to trace the leak.

To help the technician arrive prepared, companies should provide the building plans or drawings showing water and drainage routes, a record of previous leaks or repairs, meter readings for the last few months, and the names of the people who will give access to plant rooms, roofs and tanks. Note any recent changes to fittings or equipment, and state which areas are in daily use so work can be scheduled with minimal disruption. Clear information at the start shortens the visit and makes the findings easier to act on.

For companies, an annual contract sets the scope, the visit schedule and the reports in writing.

Signs that call for hidden water leak detection

If you notice one of these signs in Al Azyzya, it is a good moment to talk to the team:

• The meter keeps turning with every tap closed
• A water bill higher than usual with no change in use
• A damp patch that slowly grows on a wall or ceiling

The most common causes

• A common cause: a corroded joint inside a wall.
• A common cause: a cracked pipe under floor tiles.
• A hot line that expands and contracts with use.

Tools and methods, and when we use them

How the work is done, step by step

1. Meter test: We stop all use and watch the meter to confirm whether water is actually being lost.
2. Line isolation: We close valves one line at a time to see which line loses pressure.
3. Acoustic listening: We follow the sound of water escaping under pressure and compare its strength between points.
4. Thermal imaging and moisture mapping: We map how far the wet area spreads behind paint and tiles.
5. Documentation: Readings, photos and the likely position go into a written report.

Facts and costs — Al Azyzya

Short answers for Al Azyzya

Mistakes that cost more

• Repainting the stain while the moisture keeps coming back
• Breaking tiles at random before the line is identified

What you receive

The written output: a technical report with the readings, the likely leak position and a confidence level. The report is numbered and can be checked with its verification code.