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

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

Why cockroach control differs in Al Tqwa

The centre of Al Tqwa is at 21.3942, 39.8186, about 4.1 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 Tqwa sits about 372 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

Main roads in or near Al Tqwa: Third Ring Road, Ajyad Street, Ibrahim Al Khalil Street.

Al Tqwa lies at 21.3942, 39.8186, roughly 4.1 km from the centre of Makkah, and its centre sits about 372 m above sea level. The area covers an approximate radius of 1.2 km, which makes it a compact district where a single technician can often reach several properties in one route. Its elevation and distance from the city centre also mean that the local climate and building stock can differ from more central streets, so inspectors should look at each property on its own terms rather than assume the same conditions across the whole neighbourhood.

These facts shape the service in practical ways. Because the district is compact, the provider can plan a tighter schedule, which helps keep follow-up visits timely and reduces the gap between treatment and re-inspection. The elevation of about 372 m is relevant to how buildings are ventilated and how moisture behaves inside them, and that affects where cockroaches tend to hide, so the technician will usually check kitchens, drains and wall voids with extra care. The distance from the city centre means that a treatment plan should account for access and travel time, which is reflected in how visits are scheduled. Costs are published per visit, per square metre or per month, so owners can match the service to the size and condition of their building. A basic pest-control visit is SAR 160–420 per visit, a follow-up visit is SAR 105–265 per visit, and an annual contract runs SAR 525–1,575 per month. Rodent control is SAR 210–525 per visit, and bird control is SAR 30–85 per m.

Owners in Al Tqwa often make the same avoidable errors. The most common is treating the problem only once and skipping the follow-up visit, which allows surviving insects to rebuild their numbers. Another is cleaning up food and water sources only after the technician arrives, when the job is far easier if the site is prepared beforehand. Many owners also ignore drains and gaps around pipes, which give cockroaches a route back in. Finally, some people compare quotes only by the first visit price and overlook the cost of repeat visits or contracts, which gives a truer picture of the total spend.

Prices shown on this page come from our own published price list for the city; the final price is set after inspection.

When do you need cockroach control?

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

The most common causes

• A common cause: damp and leaks under the sink.
• A common cause: open drain outlets.
• Gaps behind the cabinets.

Tools and methods, and when we use them

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.

Facts and costs — Al Tqwa

Common questions about cockroach control in Al Tqwa

Mistakes that cost more

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

The written outputs

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.