Water Tank Cleaning in Dubai
Water tank cleaning removes dirt, scale, rust and bacteria from the storage tanks that supply your taps. Dubai Municipality requires drinking water tanks to be drained, cleaned and disinfected twice a year. EZ Solutions cleans tanks manually and chemically using Municipality approved products, then issues a full report with a disinfection certificate.
Water is the one thing every property uses constantly. In the UAE it is stored in the building’s tanks and pumped to the taps from there, which means the condition of your tank is the condition of your water.
What accumulates in a neglected tank
Tanks collect dust, debris, scale and rust. Those deposits are what harmful bacteria feed on, and it is not uncommon to find Legionella and other water-borne organisms in poorly maintained tanks, along with E. coli and Pseudomonas. This is the reason Dubai Municipality mandates that water tanks be cleaned every six months.
Cleaning and disinfection
Using experienced staff and working to current Dubai Municipality standards, we clean tanks both manually and chemically, provide a complete report with a disinfection certificate, and make recommendations for improvements where the tank itself is the problem. We use 100% pure, hygienic anti-bacterial agents that are safe, effective, eco-friendly and approved by Dubai Municipality.
Water quality testing
Once cleaning is complete we submit water samples to a DM approved third-party laboratory for detailed analysis, covering full microbiology, Legionella, chemical testing and total bacteria count. That is how you know the water reaching the taps actually meets safety and hygiene standards, rather than assuming it does because the tank looks clean.
Benefits
- Removal of Legionella, E. coli and other harmful bacteria.
- Improved water quality for domestic and commercial use.
- Lower repair bills, because scale and corrosion are caught early.
- Compliance with the Dubai Municipality six-month requirement.
Standards and safety
All services are carried out by our in-house team of fully trained technicians. Every member follows the specific method statement for the project alongside our standard procedures, designed so the work complies with current HSE guidance from Dubai Municipality and Trakhees health and safety guidelines, as well as the relevant COSHH regulations.
What is included
- Required by Dubai Municipality every six months
- Manual and chemical cleaning with approved eco-friendly agents
- GRP, RCC, moulded fibreglass, polyurethane and stainless steel tanks
- Third-party DM approved laboratory water testing
- Full report and disinfection certificate
- Planned to minimise water wastage and downtime
How we do it
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Drain the tank
We coordinate with you to shut the main supply beforehand so the tank runs down naturally. Only the remainder is drained, which avoids wasting a full tank of water.
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Clean the interior
The tank is power washed to remove dirt, scale, rust and debris from the walls and base, then cleaned manually where required.
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Inspect the tank
With the tank empty we check for cracks and leaks and clean the inlet and outlet pipes.
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Disinfect and refill
A Municipality approved disinfectant such as sodium hypochlorite is applied to kill remaining bacteria, then the tank is refilled with fresh water.
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Test and certify
Water samples go to a DM approved third-party laboratory for analysis, and you receive a full report with a disinfection certificate.
Water Tank Cleaning in Dubai: frequently asked questions
How often does Dubai Municipality require water tanks to be cleaned?
Twice a year. Dubai Municipality guidelines require tanks serving drinking water to be drained, cleaned and disinfected bi-annually to ensure proper hygiene and water safety. We also recommend a visual inspection with water sampling every six months.
Why does it matter?
In the UAE water is stored in building tanks and then pumped to the taps. Neglected tanks accumulate dust, scale, rust and debris, and that becomes a breeding ground for harmful bacteria including Legionella, E. coli, Pseudomonas and total bacteria count. This is precisely why the bi-annual requirement exists.
How long does it take and will the water be cut off?
A tank of around 5,000 US gallons generally takes two to three hours. Expect a water interruption of at least two hours, depending on how many tanks are involved.
What does it cost?
Cost depends on the size and volume of the tank, the tank type (reinforced cement concrete, GRP panel, moulded fibreglass) and the location of the tank. Call us with those details and we will price it.
Is the water safe to use immediately after cleaning?
Yes, but let the water stand for three to four hours before drinking so the disinfectant is properly neutralised.
Will you waste a full tank of water?
We try not to. As part of our approach we plan and coordinate with the owner to shut down the main supply before the cleaning schedule, and only drain the leftover water once the tank is nearly empty.
Which tank types do you clean?
GRP (glass reinforced plastic), RCC (reinforced concrete), moulded fibreglass, polyurethane and stainless steel tanks, for both residential and commercial buildings.