Cockroach control in Al Maysm, Makkah: emergency

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

What is specific about Al Maysm for cockroach control

The centre of Al Maysm is at 21.4559, 39.9082, about 9.1 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 Maysm sits about 431 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

Main roads in or near Al Maysm: Fourth Ring Road.

Al Maysm sits at the centre point 21.4559, 39.9082, roughly 9.1 km from the centre of Makkah, and the local area spans an approximate radius of 1.2 km. The centre of the neighbourhood is about 431 m above sea level, which is worth noting when a technician plans access and ventilation checks in lower-lying spaces such as ground-floor stores and basements. For a cockroach emergency in Al Maysm, the first things checked are where the activity is concentrated, whether food or water sources are reachable, and how far the problem has spread between rooms and units. Because the location is about 9.1 km from the centre of Makkah, a visit may need extra time to arrive, so residents are asked to describe the situation clearly when booking.

What is left to the site visit is the detailed inspection. The technician will confirm the entry points, look for hidden harbourages behind appliances, inside cabinets and under sinks, and decide on the treatment method for the property. Any finding that changes the scope, such as signs of rodents or termites that need separate work, is then quoted on site. Pricing for the visit itself falls within the stated pest-control visit range of SAR 160–420 per visit, while follow-up visits run SAR 105–265 per visit. Rodent control is priced separately at SAR 210–525 per visit, and termite treatment at SAR 10–25 per m², so the technician will explain which services apply before any work starts.

To help the technician arrive prepared, residents should note the affected rooms, when the cockroaches were most visible, and whether the building has had recent pest treatment. Clearing kitchen counters, keeping food sealed, and moving items away from walls makes the inspection faster. It also helps to mention whether the property is a flat or a villa, the approximate floor level, and whether neighbouring units are reporting the same problem. Bird control at SAR 30–85 per m and annual contracts at SAR 525–1,575 per month are available if the site has wider pest issues, and the technician can outline these options after the inspection.

If water is flowing, close the main valve first, then call or message with photos.

Signs worth paying attention to

These are the signs most often linked to cockroach control:

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

The most common causes

• 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.

How we choose the tool in Al Maysm

The steps in order

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 Maysm

Common questions about cockroach control in Al Maysm

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

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.