Cockroach control in Al Maabda, Makkah: for companies (annual contract)

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

What is specific about Al Maabda for cockroach control

The centre of Al Maabda is at 21.4356, 39.8460, about 5.3 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 1.5 km. The service-area circle on the map below is drawn from this point. The centre of Al Maabda sits about 347 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

Main roads in or near Al Maabda: Second Ring Road, King Faisal Road, Al Abtah.

Consider a manager who runs a small office, restaurant or warehouse in Al Maabda and has started seeing cockroaches near the kitchen drains, behind storage shelves, or in staff areas. For a business, the problem is rarely only about hygiene. Customers, inspectors and staff notice quickly, and a single sighting can damage trust. The sensible first move is to treat cockroach control as a recurring service rather than a one-off spray, and to agree on an annual plan that fits the size and use of the premises.

Al Maabda sits at about 347 m above sea level, roughly 5.3 km from the centre of Makkah, within an area of around 1.5 km in radius. That location means a mix of dense commercial streets and quieter districts, so pest pressure can move between buildings. For companies, this matters because a neighbouring property that is not treated can keep reinvading yours. Planning for the whole block, not just your own unit, gives more lasting results. Costs also vary by task: an annual pest-control contract in this area is typically SAR 525–1,575 per month, a standard pest-control visit SAR 160–420 per visit, and a follow-up visit SAR 105–265 per visit. Budgeting for the contract plus follow-ups gives a clearer picture than comparing single visit prices alone.

Start with an inspection of the premises, focusing on kitchens, drains, waste areas, storage and utility spaces where cockroaches hide. Next, record where activity appears and agree the treatment zones with the service provider, so the plan matches the real layout of the site. Then schedule the annual contract, with regular visits and set follow-up appointments after each treatment. Keep rubbish sealed, fix leaks and gaps, and report new sightings promptly so the team can respond before numbers grow. If the site also has rodent or bird activity, add those services to the same plan, noting that rodent control is SAR 210–525 per visit and bird control SAR 30–85 per m. Finally, review the contract every few months to confirm that the schedule still suits the business.

For companies, an annual contract sets the scope, the visit schedule and the reports in writing.

When do you need cockroach control?

If you notice one of these signs in Al Maabda, it is a good moment to talk to the team:

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

The most common causes

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

Tools we use in Al Maabda

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.

Al Maabda in facts and sources

Common questions about cockroach control in Al Maabda

What we advise against

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

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.