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

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

Cockroach control in Al Nqa: the local context

The centre of Al Nqa is at 21.3826, 39.7532, about 10.9 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 2.9 km. The approximate area shown on the map is centred here. The centre of Al Nqa sits about 252 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

Main roads in or near Al Nqa: Fourth Ring Road, Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Road, Prince Nasser bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Road.

Cockroaches are the most common pest problem in apartments and villas across Al Nqa, and they tend to spread quickly between units that share kitchens, drains and service shafts. In a property of this type, a treatment in one flat often fails to hold because the insects simply move back in from a neighbouring unit. For that reason, a sensible plan starts with an inspection of the kitchen, bathrooms and drain points, followed by treatment that covers the wider building where possible. Cockroach control in Al Nqa usually begins with a pest-control visit at SAR 160–420 per visit, with a follow-up visit at SAR 105–265 per visit to check that activity has stopped.

Al Nqa sits roughly 10.9 km from the centre of Makkah, in a zone with an approximate radius of 2.9 km, and its centre lies about 252 m above sea level. These local facts matter because they shape how the area is treated in practice. The distance from the city centre and the spread of the district mean that technicians often need to plan routes and allow extra time for travel and access, while the modest elevation has no particular bearing on the choice of product. Residents who also see birds on roofs or balconies should know that bird control is priced at SAR 30–85 per m, and that rodent control is priced at SAR 210–525 per visit, so a single visit can cover more than one problem if the technician is asked to check for them at the same time.

Before the visit, ask the provider to confirm the exact price for your property, since published ranges depend on the size of the flat or villa and the amount of work needed. Ask whether the quote includes a follow-up visit, and whether that visit is charged separately. If you are considering an annual pest-control contract, check that it is priced at SAR 525–1,575 per month and ask what it covers in terms of visits. Finally, ask which neighbouring units will be included in the treatment, because cockroaches in Al Nqa rarely stay in one flat for long.

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

The following signs are worth checking before they grow:

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

Where the problem usually comes from

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

Tools we use in Al Nqa

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.

Al Nqa in facts and sources

Common questions about cockroach control in Al Nqa

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

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.