Deep AC cleaning

AC cleaning in Al Samer

In Al Samer, east Jeddah, modern apartment blocks and residential complexes dominate, and AC cleaning is essential because dust and humidity quickly clog the coil. Our team cleans the evaporator, blower and drain pan, catching water in a protective bag.

  • Protective bag
  • Clean coil
  • Clear drain

Clients We're Proud to Serve

Organisations and companies that trusted Alrabih with their projects.

  • Saudi Aramco
  • Ministry of Energy
  • Royal Saudi Land Forces
  • Royal Saudi Naval Forces
  • Al Baik
  • Centro Hotels by Rotana
  • King Abdullah Economic City
  • First Mills
  • Juffali
  • eXtra
  • Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Medical Center
  • Alesayi Motors
  • Abu Zaid
  • Water Desalination
  • Attieh Steel
  • SSCO
  • Creet
  • Emad Rizq
  • Alfaneyah
  • Rawat Alam Al Tasmeem
  • IBI Magix Arabia — Construction Services
  • Midtown for Construction
  • Petra Engineering Industries Co.
  • Hyrmas
  • Batterjee Medical College
  • Advanced Horizons Contracting Company
  • D.Metals
  • Benchbox — Masters of Space
  • Sadafco
  • Umm Al-Qura University
  • Saudi Arabian Drug Store (SADS)
  • Foamco
  • Ahmad A. R. Bin Afif Industries Co. (Sandwich Panel Factory)
  • Namariq
  • ALS

When your AC needs a deep clean

  1. 1

    Musty smell when you switch on

    Jeddah's high humidity creates ideal conditions for mould on the drain pan and evaporator fins. If you notice a sharp smell the moment the unit starts, the most common cause is mould built up inside the indoor unit.

  2. 2

    Weak cooling from a working unit

    A thin layer of dust on the evaporator fins reduces heat transfer noticeably. A dirty blower wheel cuts airflow without any fault in the compressor or refrigerant. Cleaning restores the unit's performance to what it was.

  3. 3

    A unit that has not been cleaned in a long time

    Jeddah's heavy dust and salt-laden sea air build up on the outdoor coil and block airflow paths. The unit runs but the compressor works harder than it should; cleaning both coils together reduces that load.

Who it's for

  • Mould smell bothering your family

    We clean the evaporator, blower wheel and drain pan in your home unit with a protective bag keeping your furniture and walls dry.

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  • Your office AC cooling has weakened

    We strip the indoor unit, wash every component and check the outdoor coil so the unit performs as it did, with minimal disruption to your working day.

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What the cleaning covers

  • Protective bag fitted first
  • Air filter and evaporator fins
  • Blower wheel and drain pan
  • Drain line cleared and checked
  • Outdoor coil and condenser fins
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How we work

How we work

  1. 1

    Tell us the unit type

    WhatsApp us the unit type, how many units and your district, and we will book a time that suits you, Saturday to Thursday.

  2. 2

    Protect the room and open the unit

    We fit the protective bag under the indoor unit to collect wash water, then remove the cover, filter and blower wheel to reach the evaporator and drain pan.

  3. 3

    Pressure wash and sanitise

    We wash the evaporator, blower wheel and drain pan at the right pressure with a sanitising agent, then check the drain flows cleanly before reassembly.

  4. 4

    Outdoor coil and start-up

    We move to the outdoor unit, clear dust and salt deposits from the coil and condenser fins, then run the AC and confirm airflow and cooling before we leave.

A thorough clean or a quick wipe?

AlrabihThe usual way
Protective bagFitted before washingUsually skipped
Blower wheelRemoved and washedWiped on the outside
Drain lineChecked and clearedLeft untouched
Outdoor coilCleaned as part of the jobLeft for another visit
Drain panWashed and sanitisedDry-wiped only

Some of our work

Ductwork, rooftop units and diffusers, from work we've completed in Jeddah.

  • Galvanized rectangular duct trunk with branch takeoffs and round diffusers, hung from a black ceiling, a Carrier unit visible behind — interior finishing stage.
  • Round diffusers and a spiral duct trunk in a tiled stairwell service shaft.
  • Rooftop ductwork and an exhaust fan, with Jeddah buildings in the background.
  • Rooftop packaged AC units with rectangular duct transitions, city buildings behind.
  • Insulated rooftop duct run beside a packaged unit, a warehouse roof in the background.
  • A grid of round diffusers in an open-plan office ceiling, mid-construction.
  • An insulated rooftop duct elbow, against a mountainous backdrop.
  • Large insulated ductwork running along a factory ceiling, with workers visible below.
  • A yellow round diffuser mid-installation, with spiral duct and a suspended ceiling grid.
  • Duct insulation wrap in progress on a construction site, bare duct still exposed.
  • A black-painted duct trunk with round diffusers and track lighting, in a finished retail interior.
  • An indoor AHU unit connected to round ductwork in a mechanical plant room, exposed concrete ceiling.
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Customer reviews

What our customers say

4.8

From 10 Google reviews

  • Muhammadramzan 2641

    “MashaaAllah. Services are so good. Behaviour and kindness 100/100. Prices are less then Market. Fully recommended”

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    “Wow. Prices are so comfortable. Outstanding services. People are so talented and nice”

  • Tawfik AlyawerLocal Guide

    “U can find all u need for air conditioning”

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Service areas

We come to you anywhere in Jeddah

From Al Shiraa and Al Yaqout in the north to Al Thaghr and Al Quraiyat in the south, with our base in Al Aziziyah.

Map of Jeddah by sector, with Alrabih's base in Al Aziziyah
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What sets this district apart

Al Samer is a relatively modern zone with multi-storey apartment blocks and closely packed flats with good internal access, but narrower streets than wider southern areas. Dust here accumulates fast because of high heat and direct summer sun on outdoor units, and humidity speeds mould growth in drain pans, especially in flats with heavy daily AC use.

Al Samer lies in east Jeddah, a modern residential zone with multi-storey apartment blocks and closely packed residential flats.

Most flats here have separate split units, with outdoor units often mounted on small balconies or exterior walls due to space constraints.

The AC setup in Al Samer

  1. 1

    One split unit per flat

    Tightly packed flats in Al Samer rely on one independent split unit per flat for easy maintenance and control.

  2. 2

    Outdoor units on small balconies

    Space constraints mean outdoor units are mounted on small balconies or directly on exterior walls.

  3. 3

    Window units in some older flats

    Some of Al Samer's older flats may still use window units instead of split systems.

Before the visit

Before our visit in Al Samer

  1. 1

    Coordinate with building management for a visit time

    Notify building management of the visit time beforehand to facilitate team access and coordinate with security and other residents.

  2. 2

    Clear space on the balcony for the outdoor unit

    Clear the balcony of any obstacles or personal items around the outdoor unit before the visit to ease access and cleaning.

  3. 3

    Confirm the power supply to the unit is safe

    Ensure the electrical connection is safe and the circuit breaker is easily accessible before the visit.

FAQ

Questions about AC cleaning

Will the wash water stain my furniture or ceiling?

We fix a sealed protective bag under the indoor unit before any pressure washing begins. The bag collects all the wash water and channels it away from your wall and furniture. This step is not optional in how we work.

Will the mould smell disappear completely after cleaning?

In most cases the smell goes once the evaporator, blower wheel and drain pan are washed with a sanitising agent. If the smell comes from very old build-up or a drain line problem, we diagnose the cause on site and tell you exactly what is needed.

How does Jeddah's dust and salty air affect the outdoor coil?

Heavy dust and salt carried by sea air collect between the condenser fins and block airflow. This raises condensing pressure and makes the compressor work harder than it was designed to. Cleaning the outdoor coil regularly keeps the compressor performing as it should and extends its life.

Can you clean a window unit the same way?

Yes, a window unit needs similar work: filter, evaporator, blower wheel and drain pan, plus the outdoor coil built into the same casing. The difference is in how it is opened and accessed, which the technician works out after seeing where the unit is installed.

Can cleaning fix water dripping from the indoor unit?

Dripping usually comes from a blocked drain pan or a drain line that does not slope correctly. Cleaning the pan and checking that the line has the right fall resolves the problem in many cases. If the cause is different, the technician diagnoses it on site and explains exactly what is needed.

My flat is small and the outdoor unit is on a narrow balcony, how do you clean it?

We work carefully in tight spaces, temporarily move any obstacles and use compact tools to reach the coil and blower safely.

My building is busy with residents all day, when can you visit?

We work from 8 am to 8 pm, Saturday to Thursday, and you can book a time that suits your flat and building schedule.

Summer heat causes an odd smell in my AC, is that dangerous?

Odd smells usually come from mould in the evaporator or drain pan due to heat and humidity, and thorough cleaning removes the smell and improves air quality.

Are there common electrical issues in older Al Samer flats?

Some older flats may need electrical checks, but we disconnect power completely before cleaning and verify safety before restart.

The Jeddah corniche in cool weather

Restore your AC's freshness and airflow

WhatsApp us the unit type, number of ACs and your district, and we will arrange the cleaning visit, Saturday to Thursday, eight in the morning to eight at night.

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