Cockroach control in Al Hmra, Makkah: emergency

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

Before we start: what we know about Al Hmra

The centre of Al Hmra is at 21.4254, 39.7599, about 10.9 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 Hmra sits about 289 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

Main roads in or near Al Hmra: Old Makkah Road.

Can a property owner in Al Hmra get an urgent cockroach problem dealt with quickly? Al Hmra is a district in Makkah centred at 21.4254, 39.7599, about 10.9 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 1.2 km. The centre sits about 289 m above sea level, according to SRTM open elevation data. For a cockroach emergency, the practical point is that a single pest-control visit in this area is priced at SAR 160–420, and a follow-up visit at SAR 105–265 per visit, so owners can plan the cost of an urgent treatment and a second check before the work starts.

When the team arrives, the inspection begins by walking through the kitchen, bathrooms, store rooms and any spaces where waste is kept, looking for signs of activity and the places where the insects are hiding and travelling. The inspector will note where the cockroaches are concentrated, check drains, gaps around pipes and cupboard edges, and decide whether the problem is confined to one unit or spreads through shared walls. If the inspection shows signs of rodents or birds as well, the report will say so, since rodent control is charged at SAR 210–525 per visit and bird control at SAR 30–85 per m. The findings are then explained so the owner knows what treatment is proposed before anything is applied.

To make the visit as effective as possible, clear the areas that will be treated, especially under sinks, inside cupboards and behind appliances, and keep food sealed in containers. Remove or bag rubbish and make sure bins have lids. Note when you first saw the cockroaches and which rooms are affected, because this helps the inspector trace the source. Make sure someone with access to every room is present, and have any previous pest-control records ready. Taking these steps means the emergency visit can focus on treatment rather than preparation, and it leaves you in a better position for any follow-up visit.

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

When do you need cockroach control?

These are the signs most often linked to cockroach control:

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

The most common causes

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

Tools we use in Al Hmra

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.

Quick comparison: facts and costs in Al Hmra

Common questions about cockroach control in Al Hmra

Common mistakes we see

• 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.