Cockroach control for residential buildings in Al Jmyza, Makkah

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

Before we start: what we know about Al Jmyza

The centre of Al Jmyza is at 21.4372, 39.8336, about 5.9 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 0.9 km. The approximate area shown on the map is centred here. The centre of Al Jmyza sits about 333 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

Main roads in or near Al Jmyza: Second Ring Road, King Faisal Road, Al-Masjid Al-Haram Road.

Cockroach control for residential buildings in Al Jmyza, Makkah starts with the location itself. The centre of Al Jmyza sits at 21.4372, 39.8336, about 5.9 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 0.9 km. Because the neighbourhood is a compact area close to the city, a technician first looks at how buildings are placed relative to one another, shared walls, service ducts, and waste collection points, since cockroaches move easily between units through these routes. The centre of Al Jmyza also sits about 333 m above sea level, according to SRTM open elevation data. That fact is useful background for the visit, but it does not change how a building is inspected, so it is noted rather than used as a reason to alter the work.

Several things are left to the site visit, because they differ from one flat or villa to the next. The technician checks kitchen and bathroom drains, the condition of sealing around pipes, the state of cupboards and appliances, and any signs of droppings or egg cases. Access to rooftops, stairwells and storage areas is also assessed on the spot. Where birds or rodents are also present, the visit may reveal a need for separate work. The pricing that applies to these side services is set out in the ranges for bird control at SAR 30–85 per m, rodent control at SAR 210–525 per visit, and termite treatment at SAR 10–25 per m², and the right service is confirmed only after inspection.

To help the technician, residents can prepare a few details before the visit. Note when cockroaches were last seen and in which rooms, whether any treatment was carried out recently, and which areas are shared with neighbours. Clear access to cabinets under sinks and behind appliances saves time. A standard pest-control visit typically falls within SAR 160–420 per visit, a follow-up visit within SAR 105–265 per visit, and an annual pest-control contract within SAR 525–1,575 per month. Sharing these details in advance lets the technician plan the visit properly and recommend the option that fits the building.

For a whole building, a survey of the shared systems comes before unit-by-unit work.

Signs that call for 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

• Gaps behind the cabinets.
• Damp and leaks under the sink.
• A common cause: open drain outlets.

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.

Facts and costs — Al Jmyza

Short answers for Al Jmyza

What we advise against

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

What you get after the work

You receive: a visit report with the product name, active ingredient and treated spots, in a technical report with a verification code.