Deep AC cleaning

AC cleaning in Al Shifa

In Al Shifa, south Jeddah, villa and apartment AC units need regular cleaning to combat dust and moisture. We thoroughly clean the indoor unit, coil and blower wheel to restore proper ventilation and strong cooling.

  • 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

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    “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 Shifa is a moderately developed residential district mixing villas and apartment blocks spread across relatively open areas. The district's southern location means greater exposure to humidity and wind than inland northern areas. AC units here accumulate both dust and moisture, accelerating mould growth on the coil, evaporator and drain pan. Extra humidity means cleaning alone may not suffice, and we may need to check drainage outlets to ensure they are not blocked.

Al Shifa lies in south Jeddah, a moderately developed residential area with villas and apartment blocks set in relatively open space.

Most units here are standard split systems, with outdoor equipment placed on side walls or relatively low roofs.

The AC setup in Al Shifa

  1. 1

    Standard split units in villas and apartment blocks

    Most buildings in Al Shifa are equipped with conventional split units, with indoor and outdoor sections at moderate distances.

  2. 2

    Outdoor units on relatively low walls

    Outdoor units are often on side walls at low levels, making them easy to reach but more exposed to ground moisture and dust.

  3. 3

    Drain pans in a humid environment

    Southern humidity means the drain pan needs regular checks to prevent blockage, water pooling and mould accumulation.

Before the visit

Before our visit in Al Shifa

  1. 1

    Clarify the villa or building location

    Al Shifa has closely numbered addresses, so give us the exact villa or building number and main entrance before the visit.

  2. 2

    Prepare the low outdoor unit for safe inspection

    Ensure the outdoor unit on the wall is safe to access and inspect, and the area around it is clear of obstacles before the visit day.

  3. 3

    Prepare a comfortable parking spot

    The moderate spacing allows reasonable parking, so pre-arrange a spot close to the villa or building entrance.

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.

Al Shifa's humidity is high, how does it speed up mould in the AC?

Southern humidity accelerates mould growth in the drain pan and coil very quickly. We clean the drainage thoroughly and inspect drain paths to ensure they are not blocked.

Buildings are somewhat spread out here, how do you reach villas and apartment blocks?

The moderate spacing in Al Shifa makes access straightforward. We confirm the address and nearest parking point before the visit.

Do southerly winds bring sea salt that corrodes the metal coil?

Yes, sea salt in southern air causes rust on metals. Regular cleaning and inspection delay corrosion and keep coil performance steady.

My outdoor unit is on a low wall, does it need protection from ground moisture and dust?

Yes, low units absorb more ground moisture and pick up dust from ground level. We regularly inspect connections and metals and disassemble the unit for thorough cleaning.

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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