Cockroach control in Al Shhda, Makkah: with a verifiable technical report

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

What is specific about Al Shhda for cockroach control

The centre of Al Shhda is at 21.4582, 39.8061, about 9.4 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 1.6 km. The approximate area shown on the map is centred here. Main roads in or near Al Shhda: Third Ring Road, Madinah Road, Al Hajj Street.

The centre of Al Shhda sits about 297 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

An owner of a older apartment building or small villa in a residential neighbourhood often notices cockroaches first in the kitchen and bathroom, usually after warm evenings when the drains and gaps around pipes become more active. The problem tends to grow quietly, and by the time droppings or egg cases are visible, the insects have often spread through shared walls and service ducts. Owners in this position usually want a clear plan, a realistic sense of the cost, and a way to stop the problem returning.

Al Shhda sits at roughly 21.4582, 39.8061, about 9.4 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 1.6 km. Its centre lies about 297 m above sea level, according to SRTM open elevation data. For a property owner, this means the neighbourhood is a defined area a short drive from the city centre, so a visit can be scheduled without long travel delays, and the site is at a moderate elevation, which does not change the basic approach to cockroach control but is useful context when describing the location to a service team. Because the area sits within a bounded local zone, owners can reasonably ask for the same technician to return for follow-up work, which helps maintain continuity.

Start by sealing the obvious entry points, including gaps around pipes under sinks, cracks in tiles, and openings around air-conditioning lines, and by clearing food and water sources in kitchens and bathrooms. Next, book a pest-control visit, which in this area is typically priced at SAR 160–420 per visit, and ask the technician to inspect shared drains and wall voids. Schedule a follow-up visit, usually SAR 105–265 per visit, to check whether activity has dropped and to treat any missed areas. If the problem recurs across several months, compare a monthly contract at SAR 525–1,575 per month against repeated single visits. Keep a simple log of sightings so each visit can focus on the places that still show activity.

Each job ends with a written report that carries a verification code you can check on our site.

Signs worth paying attention to

These are the signs most often linked to cockroach control:

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

Where the problem usually comes from

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

Tools we use in Al Shhda

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 Shhda in facts and sources

Short answers for Al Shhda

Common mistakes we see

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

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.