Cockroach control for restaurants in Al Kakya, Makkah

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

What is specific about Al Kakya for cockroach control

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).

Al Kakya sits at about 21.3776, 39.8128, roughly 4.8 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 2.1 km. The centre of the area is about 291 m above sea level, according to SRTM open elevation data. For a restaurant kitchen here, the first check is simply the layout and the distance from the wider city, because a site that is close to the centre of Makkah may see different traffic, deliveries and waste handling than one further out. Technicians begin by noting where food is prepared, stored and discarded, since these are the points where cockroaches usually find shelter and moisture. Drains, grease traps and gaps behind cooking equipment are inspected early, as they are often the source of an infestation that has already spread.

The rest is left to the site visit, and it is not something a written page can judge in advance. The actual size of the kitchen, the number of entry points, the condition of seals around doors and pipes, and the level of activity already present all need to be seen in person. The technician will also confirm which treatments are suitable for the premises and whether the work can be done during opening hours or must wait until the restaurant is closed. Any signs of rodents or termites found during the visit will be recorded separately, since they call for their own approach and their own pricing. Written estimates should be treated as a starting point until the visit has confirmed the scope.

For the technician, the most useful information is a clear description of the building, the times when the kitchen is quietest, and any recent complaints from staff or customers. Pricing for common services in this area is listed as bird control at SAR 30–85 per m, an annual pest-control contract at SAR 525–1,575 per month, a pest-control visit at SAR 160–420 per visit, and a follow-up visit at SAR 105–265 per visit. Rodent control is quoted at SAR 210–525 per visit and termite treatment at SAR 10–25 per m². Having these details ready helps the technician match the right service to the restaurant and agree the next steps before work begins.

For restaurants, visits are planned outside service hours and recorded for the premises file.

Signs that call for cockroach control

The following signs are worth checking before they grow:

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

The most common causes

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

How we choose the tool 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.

Quick comparison: facts and costs in Al Kakya

Common questions about cockroach control in Al Kakya

Common mistakes we see

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

The written outputs

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.