Cockroach control in Al Shmysy, Riyadh: cost & published offers

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

Before we start: what we know about Al Shmysy

The centre of Al Shmysy is at 24.6238, 46.7000, about 10.3 km from the centre of Riyadh, 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 Shmysy sits about 587 m above sea level (SRTM open elevation data).

The nearest wadi channel is about 1.4 km from the centre of Al Shmysy (OpenStreetMap). Main roads in or near Al Shmysy: King Fahd Road, Asir, Madinah Road.

How much does cockroach control cost in Al Shmysy, Riyadh, and what do the published offers include? Property owners here often ask this before booking, and the answer depends on what the visit involves. Al Shmysy sits at roughly 24.6238 north and 46.7000 east, about 10.3 km from the centre of Riyadh, with an approximate radius of 1.2 km. The area stands around 587 m above sea level, and the nearest wadi channel lies about 1.4 km from its centre. A standard pest-control visit in the area is listed at SAR 300–400 per visit, and a follow-up visit at SAR 105–265 per visit. Households that prefer ongoing protection can look at an annual pest-control contract, listed at SAR 525–1,575 per month.

The inspection normally begins with a walk through the property to find where cockroaches are active, including kitchens, bathrooms, storage areas, drains and any gaps around pipes or wiring. The technician then checks the signs of activity and the conditions that attract them, such as food residue, moisture and clutter. Based on that inspection, the treatment is planned for the affected spaces. Where other pests are also present, the scope can include rodent control at SAR 210–525 per visit, bird control at SAR 30–85 per m, or termite treatment at SAR 10–25 per m². Each of these is quoted separately, so the owner sees what each part of the job will cost before work begins.

Before the visit, it helps to clear kitchen counters and cupboards, move items away from walls, and secure food in sealed containers. Please note where you have seen activity, which rooms are used most, and whether there have been any previous treatments. Make sure the technician can reach under sinks, behind appliances and in utility areas. Keeping these details ready allows the visit to proceed quickly and makes the follow-up schedule and cost easier to plan.

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

Signs worth paying attention to

The following signs are worth checking before they grow:

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

Causes we see in the field

• Damp and leaks under the sink — we check this before anything else.
• Open drain outlets.
• Gaps behind the cabinets.

How we choose the tool in Al Shmysy

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 Shmysy

Short answers for Al Shmysy

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.