Cockroach control in Al Jamaa, Makkah: emergency

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

What is specific about Al Jamaa for cockroach control

The centre of Al Jamaa is at 21.3970, 39.8739, about 1.9 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 Jamaa sits about 297 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

Main roads in or near Al Jamaa: King Khalid Road, Prince Sultan Road, King Khalid Road Tunnel.

Cockroach control in Al Jamaa, Makkah, starts with a quick check of what is happening inside the property before any treatment is discussed. Al Jamaa is located at 21.3970, 39.8739, roughly 1.9 km from the centre of Makkah, and its centre sits about 297 m above sea level. The neighbourhood covers an approximate radius of 1.2 km, so the technician will first confirm the exact building address and floor, since a flat in a dense block can have different entry points from a standalone villa. Because cockroach activity in an emergency often concentrates around kitchens, drains and warm appliance areas, the first check focuses on where sightings are reported and whether the problem has spread from one room to another.

The exact treatment plan is left to the site visit. The technician will inspect cracks, pipe openings, under-sink spaces, waste areas and any stored food or cardboard that may be drawing insects. Prices are set after this inspection and are not fixed in advance. For reference, a single pest-control visit in the area typically falls within SAR 160–420 per visit, while a follow-up visit is SAR 105–265 per visit, and an annual pest-control contract ranges from SAR 525–1,575 per month. Rodent control, if signs of mice or rats are found, is SAR 210–525 per visit. These figures are starting points only, and the final quote depends on what the inspection reveals.

To help the technician arrive prepared, note the date and time when you first saw cockroaches, the rooms affected, and any recent building work, plumbing repairs or water leaks. Mention whether there are pets, young children or anyone with allergies, and say whether the property is occupied during the day. Clear access to the kitchen, bathroom and utility areas, and to any ground-floor storage, will speed up the visit. Keeping food sealed and leaving the treatment area unwashed for the time the technician advises will also help the work succeed.

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 Jamaa, 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

Where the problem usually comes from

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

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.

Quick comparison: facts and costs in Al Jamaa

Short answers for Al Jamaa

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.