Cockroach control in Al Slymanya, Makkah: emergency

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

What is specific about Al Slymanya for cockroach control

The centre of Al Slymanya is at 21.4330, 39.8297, about 5.7 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. The centre of Al Slymanya sits about 326 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

Main roads in or near Al Slymanya: Second Ring Road, First Ring Road, Masjid al-Haram Road.

Cockroaches are the most common emergency call for apartments and small family homes in Al Slymanya. They hide in kitchen gaps, behind appliances, and around drains, and they multiply quickly in warm weather, so a sudden sighting usually means an established population rather than a single stray insect. Because the problem spreads between units in multi-storey buildings, treating only the visible spot rarely works for long.

Al Slymanya sits roughly 5.7 km from the centre of Makkah, at an approximate radius of 1.2 km, and its centre lies about 326 m above sea level. For a district of this size, the approach is shaped by how close many buildings sit to one another and how often residents store food and water in the home. A technician will usually inspect the kitchen, bathroom and utility areas first, check for moisture sources and food residue, and then decide whether the treatment should cover neighbouring units or shared drains. A standard pest-control visit in this area is priced at SAR 160–420 per visit, and a follow-up visit is SAR 105–265 per visit, so a planned second check is often part of the job. If rodents or birds are also present, rodent control is SAR 210–525 per visit and bird control is SAR 30–85 per m.

Before booking, ask the provider to confirm the exact address within the district and whether they will inspect and treat the whole building or only your unit. Ask for the price per visit, whether a follow-up visit is included, and what preparation you need to do, such as clearing kitchen counters and cupboards. Ask which products they will use, whether the home must be vacated for a period, and how long residents should wait before cleaning treated surfaces. If the infestation is also linked to termites, ask about termite treatment at SAR 10–25 per m² so you can compare costs. A clear written quote before the visit helps you avoid surprises once the technician arrives.

If water is flowing, close the main valve first, then call or message with photos.

Signs that call for cockroach control

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

The most common causes

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

Tools and methods, and when we use them

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.

Facts and costs — Al Slymanya

Common questions about cockroach control in Al Slymanya

Mistakes that cost more

• 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.