Cockroach control in Al Akyshya, Makkah: emergency

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

Cockroach control in Al Akyshya: the local context

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 approximate area shown on the map is centred here. 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 emergency call for homes and small flats in Al Akyshya, usually after a sudden sighting in a kitchen, bathroom or storage area. Because the problem often appears quickly and spreads through shared drains and wall voids, an emergency visit focuses first on finding the entry points and harbourage spots, then on treating them directly rather than only on the insects seen in the open. Al Akyshya lies at 21.3564, 39.8004, about 7 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 1.2 km, so most properties here are compact residential blocks and villas within a short service area.

Local conditions shape the approach. The centre of Al Akyshya sits about 225 m above sea level, and the warm, humid conditions typical of the Makkah region favour roaches in drains, water tanks and damp corners. Technicians therefore check sink traps, floor drains, behind appliances and around water pipes before applying treatment. Pest-control visits in the area are priced at SAR 160–420 per visit, and a follow-up visit at SAR 105–265 per visit is commonly needed to confirm that the population has dropped and to treat any new activity.

Before booking, ask the provider for a written estimate that states the visit fee and whether a follow-up is included or charged separately. Confirm which areas will be treated, whether the products are safe for children and pets, and how long occupants should stay out of treated rooms. Ask if the team will also check for rodents, since rodent control is priced at SAR 210–525 per visit and is often found alongside roach problems. Finally, ask how the service handles cases where activity returns, so you know what to expect after the emergency visit is complete.

If water is flowing, close the main valve first, then call or message with photos.

Signs that call for cockroach control

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.
• A common cause: damp and leaks under the sink.
• Open drain outlets.

Tools and methods, and when we use them

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.

Al Akyshya in facts and sources

Questions from Al Akyshya

Mistakes that cost more

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

What you get after the work

The written output: a visit report with the product name, active ingredient and treated spots. The report is numbered and can be checked with its verification code.