Cockroach control for residential buildings in Al Slama, Makkah

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

Cockroach control in Al Slama: the local context

The centre of Al Slama is at 21.4576, 39.7797, about 11.1 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 Slama: Third Ring Road.

The centre of Al Slama sits about 293 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

Al Slama sits at 21.4576, 39.7797, roughly 11.1 km from the centre of Makkah, with an approximate radius of 1.2 km. Because the district is a compact residential area on the edge of the city, technicians first check how a building's lower floors, basement drains and shared bins relate to the surrounding streets, since cockroaches move easily between neighbouring blocks. The centre of Al Slama sits about 293 m above sea level, a fact that matters little to the insects themselves but helps our team plan equipment and water use for dry, warm conditions.

The first checks are the points where cockroaches enter and stay. Technicians look at kitchen sinks, floor drains, pipe penetrations, waste rooms and the gaps around fridges and cabinets. They also note how often bins are emptied and whether food residue is left in common areas, as these conditions decide how fast an infestation can return. Anything that depends on the physical state of the building, such as cracks in walls, the condition of ceiling voids, or whether a neighbour's unit is also affected, is left to the site visit, where the technician can inspect each room directly and agree the treatment plan with the resident or building manager.

To help the technician arrive prepared, residents should note when they first saw signs of activity, which rooms are affected, and whether any work has been done recently. Please also clear under sinks and make sure the technician can access drains, bins and utility rooms. Pricing for related services is listed for planning purposes: a pest-control visit is SAR 160–420 per visit, a follow-up visit is SAR 105–265 per visit, and an annual pest-control contract is SAR 525–1,575 per month. Rodent control, where rats are also present, is SAR 210–525 per visit. Final quotes depend on the building and the work needed.

For a whole building, a survey of the shared systems comes before unit-by-unit work.

Signs worth paying attention to

The following signs are worth checking before they grow:

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

Causes we see in the field

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

How we choose the tool in Al Slama

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 Slama

Short answers for Al Slama

Mistakes that cost more

• 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.