Annual maintenance contracts for residential buildings in Al Qshashya Al Jdyd, Makkah

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

Before we start: what we know about Al Qshashya Al Jdyd

The centre of Al Qshashya Al Jdyd is at 21.2290, 39.8669, about 17.8 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 1.2 km. The service-area circle on the map below is drawn from this point. The centre of Al Qshashya Al Jdyd sits about 301 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

Do annual maintenance contracts make sense for a residential building in Al Qshashya Al Jdyd? For most owners the answer is yes, because a planned yearly arrangement turns scattered, urgent repairs into predictable visits. The neighbourhood sits at 21.2290, 39.8669, about 17.8 km from the centre of Makkah, and its centre lies roughly 301 m above sea level according to SRTM open elevation data. Those details matter for owners: a site this far from the city centre and at this elevation can see different wear on rooftops, drainage and external finishes than a lower, more central block, so a contract can be tailored to the building rather than applied generically.

Each contract visit follows a set sequence. The technician first checks the roof, parapets and water tanks for cracks, ponding and worn seals, then moves to the stairwells, shared corridors and electrical panels to note loose fittings and damaged lighting. Next comes the plumbing and drainage check, covering pumps, valves and outlets, followed by a review of external walls and balconies for surface damage. Each finding is recorded with a photo and a short note, so the owner receives a clear list of what needs attention now and what can wait. A standard maintenance visit is priced at SAR 160–420 per visit, and any restoration work is quoted separately at SAR 55–160 per m², based on the area affected and the work required.

Before the visit, the owner or building manager should prepare a few simple items. Gather the building's previous service records, any warranties on lifts, pumps or air-conditioning plant, and a plan of the building showing the roof access point and shared areas. Confirm who holds keys to the roof, plant rooms and each storey, and tell residents in advance which common areas will be inspected. Note any leaks, cracks or noises reported since the last visit, since these help the technician focus on known problems. With these items ready, the first inspection runs faster and the contract starts from an accurate picture of the building.

For a residential building, shared risers, tanks and pumps are checked as one system.

Signs worth paying attention to

The following signs are worth checking before they grow:

• Rising emergency repair costs
• Repeated breakdowns with no record
• No preventive schedule

Causes we see in the field

• A common cause: no preventive maintenance.
• Several contractors with no follow-up.

Tools and methods, and when we use them

How the work is done, step by step

1. Asset survey: Networks, insulation, roofs and AC are listed.
2. Visit plan: A written schedule per asset.
3. Tickets: Every fault is logged until it is closed.
4. Reports: What was done and what is recommended.

Quick comparison: facts and costs in Al Qshashya Al Jdyd

Questions from Al Qshashya Al Jdyd

Common mistakes we see

• A contract without a clear scope and items

What you receive

You receive: a written contract, a visit log and periodic reports, in a technical report with a verification code.