Pre-construction treatment for duplexes in Makkah
In short: Pre-construction treatment for duplexes in Makkah starts with the inspection and diagnosis, then the soil treatment and wall injection, before anything is opened. The centre of Makkah sits about 301 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data). Pricing starts from Termite treatment (SAR 10–25 per m²), and other items are quoted after the visit.
Before we start: what we know about Makkah
Team note on Makkah: Kashf teams serve this city and its nearby districts with the same documented inspection standard: device-based leak detection without demolition, a written report, and a clear scope before any work begins.. The centre of Makkah sits about 301 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).
Pre-construction treatment for duplexes in Makkah is usually about stopping termites and other ground pests before the walls, slabs and foundations are closed up, because that is far cheaper than treating a finished building. Termite treatment is priced at SAR 10–25 per m², and it is the work most often skipped when a duplex is built quickly, which leaves the timber, formwork and ground beneath the slab exposed to attack for years.
The centre of Makkah sits about 301 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data), and that matters for the plan. Lower-lying ground around a site can collect water after rain, and wet soil is where termites and other ground pests tend to start. The treatment should therefore cover the soil under and around each unit, the trench lines at the foundation, and any service penetrations where pests could enter. For a duplex, both halves need the same coverage, so the shared wall and the common drainage line should be treated as one job rather than two separate ones. Rodents and birds are handled as separate line items: rodent control is SAR 210–525 per visit, and bird control is SAR 30–85 per m, so it is worth fixing their entry points, such as open roof edges and ventilation gaps, before the finishing stage.
Before you book a visit, ask the provider to confirm the area measured in square metres for the soil treatment and the length in metres for any bird-proofing, so you can check the quote against the unit rates above. Ask whether a follow-up visit is included and, if not, what each one costs, since follow-up visits are SAR 105–265 per visit. Ask whether an annual pest-control contract is offered after handover, which runs SAR 525–1,575 per month, and what a standard pest-control visit costs, which is SAR 160–420 per visit. Finally, ask for the treatment to be recorded on a site plan, so the people who later drill, plumb or extend the duplex know exactly where the protected zones are.
In a duplex, the two floors often share lines, so tests are done floor by floor.
Signs worth paying attention to
If you notice one of these signs in Makkah, it is a good moment to talk to the team:
- Taking over a new unit
- New land before the slab is poured
Where the problem usually comes from
- Untreated soil.
- A common cause: site moisture.
Tools we use in Makkah
| Tool | What it finds | When we use it in Makkah |
|---|---|---|
| Soil treatment and wall injection | Termites around the foundation | Limits: a long-term plan |
| Inspection and diagnosis | The pest, its hiding places and entry points | Limits: needs access to the kitchen, cupboards and entries |
The steps in order
- Site inspection: Soil and moisture conditions.
- Treatment: Applied at the right construction stage.
- Documentation: A record for the property file.
Quick comparison: facts and costs in Makkah
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| District profile | The centre of Makkah sits about 301 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data) | SRTM (NASA) open data |
| District profile | Team note on Makkah: Kashf teams serve this city and its nearby districts with the same documented inspection standard: device-based leak detection without demolition, a written report, and a clear scope before any work begins. | Kashf team |
| Termite treatment | SAR 10–25 per m² | Owner price list (Makkah) |
Questions from Makkah
What does finishing work typically include?
It covers plastering, painting, flooring, stone or marble walls, ceilings, gypsum, doors, windows, and final electrical and plumbing installations. You can request full or partial finishing, with the scope clearly defined in the price quote.
Is it possible to renovate the building without evacuating the residents?
In many cases it can be carried out in phases without a full evacuation if the damage is limited. However, for extensive structural renovation, a temporary evacuation may be recommended to ensure safety, and the contractor will explain this in their proposal.
Does waterproofing require removing existing tiles?
It depends on the site condition. Sometimes surface waterproofing can be applied over tiles, while deep leaks require tile removal to treat the layer underneath. A technician will determine the best option after inspection.
Where does pre-construction treatment for duplexes start in Makkah?
We start with site inspection (soil and moisture conditions), then treatment (applied at the right construction stage).
What does pre-construction treatment cost in Makkah?
From our published price list: Termite treatment SAR 10–25 per m². Quantities are confirmed at the inspection.
What do I receive after the work?
A treatment report for the property file, in a technical report that carries a verification code.
Mistakes that cost more
- Postponing treatment until after construction
What you receive
The written output: a treatment report for the property file. The report is numbered and can be checked with its verification code.
Practical notes for residents of Makkah
- If you rent, tell your landlord or building management before the visit and agree in writing who pays; the written report can be shared with them.
- Keep photos of the problem and of any earlier repairs — they help the technician compare before and after.
- Prices are in Saudi riyals (SAR); the final price is confirmed after the inspection, before any work starts.
- Have access ready to the water meter, the tank hatches, the roof and the main valve; in apartment buildings the roof keys are often with the building guard (haris).
Sources and method
- SRTM (NASA) open data
- Kashf team
- Customer questions (reviewed)
- Owner price list for Makkah
- Local pages are published only after a quality gate: real local facts, text similarity of no more than 15% with any other English page, and a claims check.
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