Cockroach control in Al Mrslat, Makkah: cost & published offers

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

Cockroach control in Al Mrslat: the local context

The centre of Al Mrslat is at 21.4055, 39.8800, about 2.9 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 1.2 km. The approximate area shown on the map is centred here. Main roads in or near Al Mrslat: Third Ring Road, King Khalid Road, Road 15 Tunnel, King Khalid Road Tunnel.

The centre of Al Mrslat sits about 321 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

Al Mrslat sits at the coordinates 21.4055, 39.8800, about 2.9 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 1.2 km. Because the neighbourhood lies at roughly 321 m above sea level, the technician first considers how local conditions such as building height, ventilation and humidity may affect where cockroaches shelter and breed. Before quoting anything, the first check in this area is the layout of the home itself: kitchens, bathrooms, drains, water tanks and any gaps around pipes, since these are the spots where cockroach activity usually begins.

Several things are left to the site visit, because they cannot be judged from a description alone. The technician will look at the actual infestation level, the number of rooms and the access to hidden areas, and will decide whether a single pest-control visit is enough or whether a follow-up is needed. Pricing for a standard pest-control visit falls within SAR 160–420 per visit, while a follow-up visit is SAR 105–265 per visit, so the final figure depends on what the inspection finds. If a building also shows signs of rodents or birds, the technician will note these separately, since rodent control is SAR 210–525 per visit and bird control is SAR 30–85 per m. Where timber damage is suspected, termite treatment is priced at SAR 10–25 per m² and is assessed on the ground.

To help the technician prepare, residents can share a few details in advance: the approximate size of the property, which rooms are most affected, how long the problem has been noticed, and whether any other pests have been seen. Noting any recent plumbing work, leaks or stored food supplies also helps. For households that want ongoing protection rather than a one-off treatment, an annual pest-control contract is available at SAR 525–1,575 per month, and this option can be discussed once the visit has established the building's needs.

Prices shown on this page come from our own published price list for the city; the final price is set after inspection.

When do you need cockroach control?

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

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

The most common causes

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

Tools we use in Al Mrslat

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.

Quick comparison: facts and costs in Al Mrslat

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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.