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

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

Why cockroach control differs in Al Mrwa

The centre of Al Mrwa is at 21.4318, 39.7091, about 16.1 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 1.2 km. The service-area circle on the map below is drawn from this point. Main roads in or near Al Mrwa: Old Makkah Road.

The centre of Al Mrwa sits about 221 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data). The nearest wadi channel is about 0.4 km from the centre of Al Mrwa (OpenStreetMap).

Cockroaches are the most common complaint in Al Mrwa homes and flats, especially in kitchens, bathrooms and around drains, where warm and damp conditions suit them well. Infestations tend to spread quietly between units through shared pipes and waste lines, so a problem that seems to sit in one kitchen often involves the whole building. A treatment plan for this area should therefore look at drainage points, food storage and the gaps around pipes, not just the spots where insects are visible.

Local conditions shape the approach. Al Mrwa sits at about 221 m above sea level, with its centre at 21.4318, 39.7091, roughly 16.1 km from the centre of Makkah, and the nearest wadi channel runs about 0.4 km from the centre. That proximity to a natural drainage channel means insects and rodents can move in from outside during wetter periods, so sealing entry points and checking drains matters more here than in a sheltered inland block. Price guides for the area include a pest-control visit at SAR 160–420 per visit, a follow-up visit at SAR 105–265 per visit, and an annual pest-control contract at SAR 525–1,575 per month. If rodents are also present, rodent control is listed at SAR 210–525 per visit, and bird control at SAR 30–85 per m, which can apply to rooftops and ledges.

Before booking, ask the provider to confirm the exact scope of the visit, whether drains and voids will be treated, and whether a follow-up visit is included or charged separately. Ask how the treatment will be applied near food preparation areas and whether the household needs to vacate during treatment. Request a clear written quote that states the visit fee, any follow-up cost and whether a contract applies, so the total cost is known before any work starts.

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

Signs worth paying attention to

These are the signs most often linked to cockroach control:

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

Causes we see in the field

• Gaps behind the cabinets.
• A common cause: damp and leaks under the sink.
• A common cause: open drain outlets.

Tools and methods, and when we use them

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 Mrwa

Questions from Al Mrwa

Mistakes that cost more

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

What you get after the work

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