Cockroach control in Al Hjra, Makkah: with a verifiable technical report

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

What is specific about Al Hjra for cockroach control

The centre of Al Hjra is at 21.3739, 39.8507, about 1.8 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 3.1 km. The service-area circle on the map below is drawn from this point. The centre of Al Hjra sits about 698 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

Main roads in or near Al Hjra: Third Ring Road.

Cockroaches are the most common pest problem in apartments and small residential buildings in Al Hjra, and they tend to appear first in kitchens, bathrooms and along pipe runs where moisture and food residue collect. In a dense neighbourhood, they often move between units through shared drainage and utility shafts, so treating a single flat rarely ends the problem for long. A useful inspection therefore looks at the whole building's layout, not only the room where sightings were reported.

Al Hjra sits at about 21.3739, 39.8507, roughly 1.8 km from the centre of Makkah, within an approximate radius of 3.1 km. The area is at about 698 m above sea level, which matters because the local climate is hot and humid for much of the year, conditions that favour cockroach breeding in warm, sheltered spaces. Because the district is close to the city centre and has a high density of older and mixed-use buildings, our technicians plan visits around shared risers, storage rooms and ground-floor waste areas, and we set treatment steps that account for neighbouring units. Pricing for a standard pest-control visit in the area is SAR 160–420 per visit, and a follow-up visit is SAR 105–265 per visit, so budgeting for a second check is usually sensible.

Before booking, ask the provider to confirm the visit type, the number of units to be covered, and whether the quote includes a follow-up visit. Ask how the technician will inspect shared areas and whether neighbouring units need to be informed or prepared. Request a written breakdown of the price, including any rodent or bird control that may be needed alongside the cockroach treatment, since those services are priced separately at SAR 210–525 per visit for rodents and SAR 30–85 per m for bird control. Finally, ask what preparation you should do in the kitchen and bathrooms and when it is safe to return to normal use after treatment.

Each job ends with a written report that carries a verification code you can check on our site.

Signs worth paying attention to

The following signs are worth checking before they grow:

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

Causes we see in the field

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

Tools we use in Al Hjra

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.

Quick comparison: facts and costs in Al Hjra

Common questions about cockroach control in Al Hjra

What we advise against

• 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.