Cockroach control in Al Hjra, Makkah: emergency

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.

Is there a fast way to deal with a cockroach problem in Al Hjra, Makkah, before it spreads through a building? Yes. Al Hjra is a district about 1.8 km from the centre of Makkah, and its centre sits at 21.3739, 39.8507 with an approximate radius of 3.1 km. The area lies around 698 m above sea level, so property owners and tenants here can request a same-day emergency visit for cockroach activity in kitchens, bathrooms, and stairwells. Pricing for a standard pest-control visit in this category ranges from SAR 160 to SAR 420 per visit, and a follow-up visit is charged at SAR 105 to SAR 265.

When a technician arrives, the first step is a walk-through of the property to find where the cockroaches are entering and where they are nesting. The inspector checks drains, under sinks, behind appliances, cupboard gaps, and any moisture sources that attract them. Rodent activity and termite signs are noted at the same time, because these problems often appear in the same buildings. If a wider issue is found, the technician explains the options and the cost range before any treatment starts, including rodent control at SAR 210 to SAR 525 per visit and termite treatment at SAR 10 to SAR 25 per square metre. Treatment is then applied to the points identified, and the technician advises on how to keep the area dry and closed off afterwards.

To make the visit faster and more effective, clear the areas under kitchen and bathroom sinks, and remove food waste and open packaging from the kitchen. Make sure the technician can reach the main water supply, drains, and any storage rooms or roof spaces. Write down when the problem was first noticed and which rooms are affected, so the inspector can focus on the right places. If you rent the property, let the owner know in advance so access can be arranged. Keep any previous pest-control receipts ready, since they help the technician understand what has already been tried.

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

When do you need cockroach control?

The following signs are worth checking before they grow:

• 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.
• A common cause: open drain outlets.

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

Questions from Al Hjra

What we advise against

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

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.