High water bill in Al Zhra, Riyadh: for companies (annual contract)

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

Why high water bill differs in Al Zhra

The centre of Al Zhra is at 24.5755, 46.6455, about 15.7 km from the centre of Riyadh, with an approximate radius of 1.2 km. The approximate area shown on the map is centred here. The centre of Al Zhra sits about 676 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

The nearest wadi channel is about 1.6 km from the centre of Al Zhra (OpenStreetMap). Main roads in or near Al Zhra: Hamza bin Abdul Muttalib Street, Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Furyan Street, Sheikh Ishaq bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Street.

Why is my water bill so high in Al Zhra, Riyadh, when my usage has not changed? For companies with an annual account, a sudden rise is worth checking on site rather than accepting as final. Al Zhra sits at about 24.5755, 46.6455, roughly 15.7 km from the centre of Riyadh, and the neighbourhood covers an approximate radius of 1.2 km. The area sits about 676 m above sea level, and the nearest wadi channel is about 1.6 km from its centre. Those location details matter because they shape how water is supplied and stored in buildings here, and a fault in a rooftop or ground tank can quietly add to consumption over a full year.

Our inspection starts with the meter and the supply line, comparing the recorded readings with the company's billing period so the rise can be placed in time. The technician then checks the storage tanks for leaks, overflow, and float valve faults that keep water running longer than intended. Where the tank is old or its lining has worn, the inside surface is examined, and any repair is priced separately. Tank internal coating is quoted per square metre at SAR 25–70 per m², and the final figure depends on the tank's size and condition. Each step is recorded so the owner can see which part of the system caused the increase and what, if anything, needs fixing.

Before the visit, gather the last twelve months of water bills, the meter number, and the account holder's details so the technician can match readings to invoices. Note the date the high bill first appeared and any changes made to the premises, such as new taps, additional units, or a recent tank cleaning. Clear access to the roof or tank room, and to the meter cabinet, will save time on the day. Tell the technician if the building uses a booster pump or a shared tank, since this changes where the leak is most likely to be found. A well-prepared account makes it far easier to separate a real fault from normal seasonal use.

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

When do you need high water bill?

These are the signs most often linked to high water bill:

• A sudden jump in the bill without a clear reason
• The meter moves at night
• The tank fills more often than before

The most common causes

• A float valve that does not close — we check this before anything else.
• A silent leak in the network.
• A leaking toilet cistern.

How we choose the tool in Al Zhra

The steps in order

1. Two meter readings: Readings are taken with all use stopped, some time apart.
2. Cisterns and float valve: The usual silent causes are checked first.
3. Instrument survey: If the loss continues, the network is surveyed with instruments.
4. Report: You receive the readings in writing.

Quick comparison: facts and costs in Al Zhra

Questions from Al Zhra

What we advise against

• Waiting for the next bill instead of testing the meter

The written outputs

You receive: a report with the readings to support your follow-up on the bill, in a technical report with a verification code.