Cockroach control for restaurants in Al Slam, Makkah

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

What is specific about Al Slam for cockroach control

The centre of Al Slam is at 21.4633, 39.9558, about 13.1 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 Slam sits about 388 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

Main roads in or near Al Slam: Qadisiyah Road, Al Muhandis Omar Qadi Street, Al Qadisiyah.

Picture a restaurant owner in Al Slam whose kitchen works hard through long service hours, with deliveries arriving at all times and a back area that holds bins and dry stores. One morning a staff member spots cockroaches near the prep sink, and the owner realises the problem has been building quietly for weeks. Pests rarely appear in a kitchen by accident; they follow food, moisture and warmth, and a busy restaurant offers plenty of all three.

The local facts shape how an owner should think about this. Al Slam sits at 21.4633, 39.9558, about 13.1 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 1.2 km, so a restaurant here is a compact, dense neighbourhood business where nearby premises can share pest pressure. The centre of Al Slam sits about 388 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data), which is a useful reminder that the area is not a low-lying waterlogged site, yet a kitchen still needs careful sealing and drainage checks because humidity and cleaning water are controllable risks inside the building. Owners should expect a visit to cost in the range of SAR 160–420 per visit, and a follow-up visit of SAR 105–265 per visit, so budgeting for a second check is sensible from the start.

Begin with a full inspection of the kitchen, storage and bin area, noting every crack, gap around pipes and drain outlet, and any spot where droppings or egg cases appear. Next, seal those openings, fix dripping taps and clear standing water, and move dry goods off the floor into closed containers. Then arrange a treatment plan with a licensed provider, and if rodents or birds are also present, ask about rodent control at SAR 210–525 per visit and bird control at SAR 30–85 per m. Finally, set a regular schedule, either an annual pest-control contract at SAR 525–1,575 per month or periodic visits, and keep a simple log of sightings so each follow-up visit can be targeted.

For restaurants, visits are planned outside service hours and recorded for the premises file.

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

Where the problem usually comes from

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

How we choose the tool in Al Slam

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.

Al Slam in facts and sources

Short answers for Al Slam

What we advise against

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

What you receive

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.