Cockroach control for rest houses & farms in Al Akyshya, Makkah

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

Before we start: what we know about Al Akyshya

The centre of Al Akyshya is at 21.3564, 39.8004, about 7 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 Akyshya sits about 225 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

Main roads in or near Al Akyshya: Fourth Ring Road, Ibrahim Al Khalil Street, Al Laith Road.

Cockroaches are the most common problem for rest houses and farms in Al Akyshya, and they tend to build up in kitchens, store rooms, and the areas where food and water are kept. Because these properties often have many occupants, staff quarters, and stored supplies, a small infestation can spread quickly if it is not dealt with early. Treatment for this property type focuses on finding where the insects hide and breed, not just on the visible ones.

Al Akyshya lies at 21.3564, 39.8004, about 7 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 1.2 km. This means the area is close enough to the city for regular service visits, but many rest houses and farms sit on larger plots where access routes and outbuildings differ from those in dense urban blocks. The centre sits about 225 m above sea level, a fact that matters little to the pest itself but helps technicians plan routes and timing across the local area. Because properties here may be spread out, the technician will usually walk the full perimeter, check drains and gaps around storage areas, and agree on a follow-up schedule that suits the site.

Before the visit, ask the provider which services are included and what each costs. Pest-control visits in this area are typically SAR 160–420 per visit, follow-up visits SAR 105–265 per visit, and an annual pest-control contract SAR 525–1,575 per month. If the property also has rodents, bird nesting, or termite signs, ask for rodent control at SAR 210–525 per visit, bird control at SAR 30–85 per m, or termite treatment at SAR 10–25 per m². Confirm how many visits are included, what preparation is needed from your staff, and how the technician will report what they found.

Rest houses and farms often have long buried lines, tanks and irrigation that need separate tests.

Signs worth paying attention to

If you notice one of these signs in Al Akyshya, it is a good moment to talk to the team:

• A distinctive smell in the cupboards
• Cockroaches in the kitchen at night
• Small droppings behind appliances

Causes we see in the field

• A common cause: gaps behind the cabinets.
• Damp and leaks under the sink — we check this before anything else.
• Open drain outlets — we check this before anything else.

Tools we use in Al Akyshya

From the first visit to the report

1. Inspection: Hiding places and entry points are found first.
2. Choosing the method: Gel baits where children or pets are present.
3. Preparing with you: What to clear from cupboards before the visit.
4. Application: Targeted placement, not general spraying.
5. Follow-up: A second visit checks the result.

Facts and costs — Al Akyshya

Common questions about cockroach control in Al Akyshya

Mistakes that cost more

• General spraying in the kitchen instead of baits
• Leaving the water leak that attracts them

What you receive

You receive: a visit report with the product name, active ingredient and treated spots, in a technical report with a verification code.