Cockroach control in Al Azyzya, Makkah: emergency

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

What is specific about Al Azyzya for cockroach control

The centre of Al Azyzya is at 21.4166, 39.8551, about 3.1 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 2 km. The approximate area shown on the map is centred here. Main roads in or near Al Azyzya: Prince Sultan Road, Ring Road 3rd, King Abdulaziz Road Tunnel.

The centre of Al Azyzya sits about 330 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

Cockroaches are the most common emergency call for flats and small family homes in Al Azyzya, and they tend to surface suddenly in kitchens, bathrooms and around food stores. In an emergency, the priority is to contain the problem quickly, treat the spots where insects are active, and stop them from spreading to neighbouring rooms. A same-day visit usually starts with a pest-control visit priced at SAR 160–420 per visit, and the technician will confirm how far the infestation has travelled before recommending any further work.

Al Azyzya sits about 3.1 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 2 km, so many properties here are close to busy commercial streets and food outlets. That proximity matters, because cockroaches move easily between shops, drains and residential buildings. Its centre lies roughly 330 m above sea level, which is a useful reminder that the area is not a low-lying, flood-prone pocket, but the hot, dry climate still encourages cockroaches to hide in warm, humid corners such as under sinks and behind appliances. Treatment is planned around these habits, with attention to drains, waste areas and the gaps where insects enter. If rodents or birds are also present, separate services apply, such as rodent control at SAR 210–525 per visit or bird control at SAR 30–85 per m.

Before the visit, ask the provider to explain exactly what they will treat, how many visits are included, and what follow-up will cost, which is typically SAR 105–265 per visit. Ask whether they offer an annual pest-control contract at SAR 525–1,575 per month if the problem keeps returning. Confirm the site will need to be vacated, how long the treated areas should be kept clear, and what you should clean beforehand. Finally, check that the technician will look at the building's drains and food-storage areas, since those are the most likely sources.

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

Signs worth paying attention to

These are the signs most often linked to cockroach control:

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

Causes we see in the field

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

Tools and methods, and when we use them

The steps in order

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 Azyzya

Questions from Al Azyzya

Mistakes that cost more

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

What you receive

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.