Q: Are they everywhere, or can be avoided? Are there good pest control companies?
A: This is really a problem not only in Bahrain but I would say in the whole gulf region. Pest control is a good measure but this is useless if you are staying in a building or multi level villas. Fumigation or pest control measures have to be applied for the whole building and NOT for individual unit alone and sad to say - this is not the case. If your budget can accomodate a single dwelling - then go for it. Otherwise, find a new building (under 2 or a year old) and avoid buildings with restaurant or tea houses or groceries below. You will find a good pest control companies in Bahrain - no doubt about that and normally, it's your neighbor who can best recommend you which one is the best. Goodluck !