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

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

Before we start: what we know about Al Kakya

The centre of Al Kakya is at 21.3776, 39.8128, about 4.8 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 2.1 km. The approximate area shown on the map is centred here. Main roads in or near Al Kakya: Third Ring Road, Al Laith Road, Dr. Abdulqader Koshk Street.

The centre of Al Kakya sits about 291 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

An owner of a small apartment block or family villa in a densely built residential area often notices cockroaches first in the kitchen and bathroom, then in stored food, drains and the spaces behind appliances. By the time the problem is visible, it has usually been building for weeks, and a single spray rarely solves it. The owner wants the infestation gone, the building kept safe for residents, and a clear picture of what the work will cost before anyone starts.

Al Kakya sits roughly 4.8 km from the centre of Makkah, with its centre at 21.3776, 39.8128 and an approximate radius of 2.1 km. The area lies at about 291 m above sea level. For a homeowner, this means the neighbourhood is close enough to the city centre that properties often share walls, drains and waste lines with adjacent buildings. Cockroaches move easily between units along these shared routes, so treating one flat while ignoring its neighbours often brings the insects straight back. A proper visit should therefore check the surrounding units and common drains, not only the property where the complaint was made.

Start by sealing the entry points before the treatment day: fill gaps around pipes under sinks, check door thresholds and cover floor drains when not in use. Clear food residues, store dry goods in sealed containers and take out rubbish daily. Next, book a pest-control visit, which typically costs SAR 160–420 per visit, and ask the technician to inspect both your unit and the shared drains. Where rodents are also present, a rodent-control visit at SAR 210–525 per visit should be planned in the same round. Schedule a follow-up visit, usually SAR 105–265, about after the first treatment to check for survivors and reapply where needed. For long-term protection, an annual pest-control contract at SAR 525–1,575 per month spreads the cost across the year and keeps the building under regular review.

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

Signs worth paying attention to

These are the signs most often linked to cockroach control:

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

Causes we see in the field

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

Tools we use in Al Kakya

How the work is done, step by step

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 Kakya

Short answers for Al Kakya

What we advise against

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

The written outputs

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