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class=\"rs-eyebrow\">Sydney pest defence<\/span>\n          <h1>Fast, thorough pest control for <span class=\"rs-mark\">Sydney homes<\/span> and businesses<\/h1>\n          <p class=\"rs-lead\">Certified technicians, modern treatments and a clear plan to clear pests for good. We protect your family, pets and property with safe, government-approved methods.<\/p>\n          <div class=\"rs-hero-actions\">\n            <a class=\"rs-btn rs-btn-gold\" href=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/contact-us\/\">Book an inspection<\/a>\n            <a class=\"rs-btn rs-btn-ghost\" href=\"tel:1800961313\">Call 1800 96 1313<\/a>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"rs-trust-row\">\n            <div class=\"rs-avatars\">\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/author-1.jpg\" alt=\"Happy Rapid Strike customer\">\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/author-2.jpg\" alt=\"Satisfied Sydney homeowner\">\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/author-3.jpg\" alt=\"Business owner who uses Rapid Strike\">\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/author-4.jpg\" alt=\"Repeat pest control client in Sydney\">\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"rs-trust-txt\">\n              <span class=\"rs-stars\">&#9733;&#9733;&#9733;&#9733;&#9733; 4.9 \/ 5<\/span>\n              <strong>5,000+ Sydney properties protected<\/strong>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"rs-hero-visual\">\n          <span class=\"rs-strike\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n          <div class=\"rs-photo\">\n            <img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/hero-image-gold.png\" alt=\"Rapid Strike pest control technician ready for a Sydney callout\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\">\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"rs-float-card rs-tl\">\n            <div class=\"rs-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M12 2 4 5v6c0 5 3.4 8.4 8 11 4.6-2.6 8-6 8-11V5l-8-3Z\"\/><path d=\"m9 12 2 2 4-4\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n            <div><div class=\"rs-fc-n\">100%<\/div><div class=\"rs-fc-l\">Family &amp; pet safe<\/div><\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"rs-float-card rs-br\">\n            <div class=\"rs-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M13 2 3 14h7l-1 8 10-12h-7l1-8Z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n            <div><div class=\"rs-fc-n\">Same day<\/div><div class=\"rs-fc-l\">Callouts available<\/div><\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- CREDENTIALS -->\n    <section class=\"rs-creds\" aria-label=\"Our credentials\">\n      <div class=\"rs-wrap\">\n        <div class=\"rs-cred\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M12 2 4 5v6c0 5 3.4 8.4 8 11 4.6-2.6 8-6 8-11V5l-8-3Z\"\/><\/svg>Fully licensed &amp; insured<\/div>\n        <div class=\"rs-cred\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"m9 12 2 2 4-4\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\/><\/svg>APVMA-approved products<\/div>\n        <div class=\"rs-cred\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\/><path d=\"M12 7v5l3 2\"\/><\/svg>Same-day response<\/div>\n        <div class=\"rs-cred\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M20 8a6 6 0 0 0-12 0c0 4 6 11 6 11s6-7 6-11Z\"\/><\/svg>Treating all of Sydney<\/div>\n        <div class=\"rs-cred\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M12 21s-7-4.5-7-10a4 4 0 0 1 7-2.6A4 4 0 0 1 19 11c0 5.5-7 10-7 10Z\"\/><\/svg>Pet &amp; child friendly<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- SERVICES -->\n    <section class=\"rs-section rs-services\" id=\"rs-services\">\n      <div class=\"rs-wrap\">\n        <div class=\"rs-sec-head\">\n          <span class=\"rs-eyebrow\">What we treat<\/span>\n          <h2>Pest control services built for Sydney conditions<\/h2>\n          <p class=\"rs-lead\">From a single cockroach problem to a full termite barrier, our technicians handle every common pest in NSW homes and workplaces. Pick a service to see how we deal with it.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"rs-svc-grid\">\n          <article class=\"rs-svc-card\">\n            <div class=\"rs-svc-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M3 11 12 3l9 8\"\/><path d=\"M5 10v10h14V10\"\/><path d=\"M9 20v-6h6v6\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n            <h3>Residential Pest Control<\/h3>\n            <p>A complete home treatment that clears active pests and lays a protective barrier around your living spaces.<\/p>\n            <a class=\"rs-svc-more\" href=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/services\/residential-pest-control\/\">Learn more <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\n          <\/article>\n\n          <article class=\"rs-svc-card\">\n            <div class=\"rs-svc-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M12 3v18\"\/><path d=\"M9 6 5 4M15 6l4-2M8 11 4 10M16 11l4-1M8 16l-4 1M16 16l4 1\"\/><ellipse cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" rx=\"3\" ry=\"6\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n            <h3>Termite Control<\/h3>\n            <p>Detailed inspections, baiting systems and chemical barriers that stop termites before they reach your timber.<\/p>\n            <a class=\"rs-svc-more\" href=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/services\/termite-control\/\">Learn more <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\n          <\/article>\n\n          <article class=\"rs-svc-card\">\n            <div class=\"rs-svc-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"13\" r=\"5\"\/><path d=\"M12 3v3M8 5 6 3M16 5l2-2M5 12H2M22 12h-3M6 18l-2 2M18 18l2 2\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n            <h3>Cockroach &amp; Ant Control<\/h3>\n            <p>Targeted gels and treatments that wipe out colonies at the source, not just the ones you can see.<\/p>\n            <a class=\"rs-svc-more\" href=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/services\/cockroach-ant-control\/\">Learn more <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\n          <\/article>\n\n          <article class=\"rs-svc-card\">\n            <div class=\"rs-svc-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"13\" r=\"5\"\/><path d=\"M14 11c3-3 7-3 7 0M18 9V6\"\/><path d=\"M5 16c-1 1-2 1-3 0\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n            <h3>Rodent Control<\/h3>\n            <p>Trapping, exclusion and baiting to remove rats and mice and seal the entry points that let them in.<\/p>\n            <a class=\"rs-svc-more\" href=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/services\/rodent-control\/\">Learn more <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\n          <\/article>\n\n          <article class=\"rs-svc-card\">\n            <div class=\"rs-svc-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M3 12h18v5a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2Z\"\/><path d=\"M5 12V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h3v6M14 12V6h3a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v4\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n            <h3>Bed Bug Treatment<\/h3>\n            <p>Heat and chemical treatments that reach every crack and seam so you can sleep easy again.<\/p>\n            <a class=\"rs-svc-more\" href=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/services\/bed-bug-treatment\/\">Learn more <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\n          <\/article>\n\n          <article class=\"rs-svc-card\">\n            <div class=\"rs-svc-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M12 2 4 5v6c0 5 3.4 8.4 8 11 4.6-2.6 8-6 8-11V5l-8-3Z\"\/><path d=\"m9 12 2 2 4-4\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n            <h3>General Pest Control<\/h3>\n            <p>One treatment covering the most common household pests, ideal for routine, year-round protection.<\/p>\n            <a class=\"rs-svc-more\" href=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/services\/general-pest-control\/\">Learn more <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\n          <\/article>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"rs-svc-foot\">\n          <a class=\"rs-btn rs-btn-ink\" href=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/services\/\">View all services<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- PROCESS -->\n    <section class=\"rs-section rs-process\">\n      <div class=\"rs-wrap\">\n        <div class=\"rs-sec-head\">\n          <span class=\"rs-eyebrow rs-on-dark\">How it works<\/span>\n          <h2>From inspection to protection in four steps<\/h2>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"rs-step-grid\">\n          <div class=\"rs-step\">\n            <span class=\"rs-num\">01<\/span>\n            <div class=\"rs-step-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"11\" cy=\"11\" r=\"7\"\/><path d=\"m21 21-4.3-4.3\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n            <h3>Inspect<\/h3>\n            <p>A certified technician checks your property to find the pest, the source and how it is getting in.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"rs-step\">\n            <span class=\"rs-num\">02<\/span>\n            <div class=\"rs-step-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M4 4h16v16H4Z\"\/><path d=\"M8 8h8M8 12h8M8 16h5\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n            <h3>Plan<\/h3>\n            <p>We give you a clear treatment plan with upfront pricing. No surprises and no overselling.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"rs-step\">\n            <span class=\"rs-num\">03<\/span>\n            <div class=\"rs-step-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M13 2 3 14h7l-1 8 10-12h-7l1-8Z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n            <h3>Treat<\/h3>\n            <p>Safe, approved products applied with care to clear the active problem and set up a barrier.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"rs-step\">\n            <span class=\"rs-num\">04<\/span>\n            <div class=\"rs-step-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M12 2 4 5v6c0 5 3.4 8.4 8 11 4.6-2.6 8-6 8-11V5l-8-3Z\"\/><path d=\"m9 12 2 2 4-4\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n            <h3>Prevent<\/h3>\n            <p>Prevention advice and a follow-up schedule so the pests stay gone for the long run.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- WHY \/ SAFETY -->\n    <section class=\"rs-section rs-why\">\n      <div class=\"rs-wrap\">\n        <div class=\"rs-why-media\">\n          <div class=\"rs-m-main\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/why-choose-image-1-gold-1.jpg\" alt=\"Rapid Strike technician carrying out a safe pest treatment in a Sydney home\">\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"rs-m-badge\">\n            <div class=\"rs-b-n\">10+ yrs<\/div>\n            <div class=\"rs-b-l\">Treating Sydney homes and businesses<\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"rs-why-copy\">\n          <span class=\"rs-eyebrow\">Why choose us<\/span>\n          <h2>Why Sydney chooses Rapid Strike<\/h2>\n          <p class=\"rs-lead\" style=\"margin:.8rem 0 1.4rem\">We do more than spray and leave. Every job is built around safety, a proper inspection and prevention that keeps pests out for good.<\/p>\n\n          <div class=\"rs-feat\">\n            <div class=\"rs-f-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M12 21s-7-4.5-7-10a4 4 0 0 1 7-2.6A4 4 0 0 1 19 11c0 5.5-7 10-7 10Z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n            <div><h3>Safe and eco-aware treatments<\/h3><p>Approved, lower-toxicity products that clear pests while protecting your family, pets and garden.<\/p><\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"rs-feat\">\n            <div class=\"rs-f-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"11\" cy=\"11\" r=\"7\"\/><path d=\"m21 21-4.3-4.3\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n            <div><h3>Thorough inspection first<\/h3><p>We find the real source and entry points before we treat, so the problem does not simply come back.<\/p><\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"rs-feat\">\n            <div class=\"rs-f-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M3 3v18h18\"\/><path d=\"m7 14 4-4 3 3 5-6\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n            <div><h3>Long-term prevention support<\/h3><p>Follow-up visits and practical advice that keep your property protected season after season.<\/p><\/div>\n          <\/div>\n\n          <a class=\"rs-btn rs-btn-gold\" href=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/about-us\/\" style=\"margin-top:1.6rem\">More about us<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- STATS -->\n    <section class=\"rs-stats\" aria-label=\"Our track record\">\n      <div class=\"rs-wrap\">\n        <div class=\"rs-stat\"><div class=\"rs-s-n\" data-count=\"5000\" data-suffix=\"+\">0<\/div><div class=\"rs-s-l\">Properties protected<\/div><\/div>\n        <div class=\"rs-stat\"><div class=\"rs-s-n\" data-count=\"4.9\" data-suffix=\"\/5\">0<\/div><div class=\"rs-s-l\">Average customer rating<\/div><\/div>\n        <div class=\"rs-stat\"><div class=\"rs-s-n\" data-count=\"98\" data-suffix=\"%\">0<\/div><div class=\"rs-s-l\">Jobs solved first visit<\/div><\/div>\n        <div class=\"rs-stat\"><div class=\"rs-s-n\">Same day<\/div><div class=\"rs-s-l\">Bookings available<\/div><\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- TESTIMONIALS -->\n    <section class=\"rs-section rs-testi\">\n      <div class=\"rs-wrap\">\n        <div class=\"rs-sec-head rs-center\">\n          <span class=\"rs-eyebrow\">Testimonials<\/span>\n          <h2>Trusted by thousands of satisfied clients<\/h2>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"rs-testi-grid\">\n          <article class=\"rs-quote\">\n            <span class=\"rs-qmark\">&ldquo;<\/span>\n            <span class=\"rs-stars\">&#9733;&#9733;&#9733;&#9733;&#9733;<\/span>\n            <p>From the first inspection the team was professional and upfront. They explained the cockroach issue clearly and treated it without trying to sell me things I did not need.<\/p>\n            <div class=\"rs-who\">\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/author-1.jpg\" alt=\"Daniel Brooks, restaurant manager\">\n              <div><strong>Daniel Brooks<\/strong><span>Restaurant Manager<\/span><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/article>\n          <article class=\"rs-quote\">\n            <span class=\"rs-qmark\">&ldquo;<\/span>\n            <span class=\"rs-stars\">&#9733;&#9733;&#9733;&#9733;&#9733;<\/span>\n            <p>Booked a termite inspection and they came out the same day. Clear report, fair price and the barrier has held up perfectly. I have already recommended them to two neighbours.<\/p>\n            <div class=\"rs-who\">\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/author-2.jpg\" alt=\"James Walker, homeowner\">\n              <div><strong>James Walker<\/strong><span>Homeowner<\/span><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/article>\n          <article class=\"rs-quote\">\n            <span class=\"rs-qmark\">&ldquo;<\/span>\n            <span class=\"rs-stars\">&#9733;&#9733;&#9733;&#9733;&#9733;<\/span>\n            <p>We run a busy venue and needed a reliable partner. Rapid Strike set up a regular schedule, kept everything documented for council and our pest issues have all but disappeared.<\/p>\n            <div class=\"rs-who\">\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/author-3.jpg\" alt=\"Vikram Patel, restaurant owner\">\n              <div><strong>Vikram Patel<\/strong><span>Restaurant Owner<\/span><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/article>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- FAQ -->\n    <section class=\"rs-section rs-faq\" id=\"rs-faq\">\n      <div class=\"rs-wrap\">\n        <div class=\"rs-faq-aside\">\n          <span class=\"rs-eyebrow\">FAQs<\/span>\n          <h2>Helpful information before you book<\/h2>\n          <p class=\"rs-lead\">Common questions from Sydney homeowners and business owners. If yours is not here, our team is one phone call away.<\/p>\n          <div class=\"rs-faq-photo\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rapidstrikepestcontrol.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/faq-image.jpg\" alt=\"Rapid Strike pest control technician answering a customer in Sydney\">\n            <div class=\"rs-pin\"><div class=\"rs-pn\">5,000+<\/div><div class=\"rs-pl\">Homes and businesses protected across Sydney<\/div><\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"rs-acc\">\n          <div class=\"rs-acc-item\">\n            <button class=\"rs-acc-btn\" aria-expanded=\"true\">Do you use eco-friendly and approved products?<span class=\"rs-pm\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"m6 9 6 6 6-6\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n            <div class=\"rs-acc-panel\"><p>Yes. We only use APVMA-approved products that are chosen to be safe around children and pets when applied by a trained technician. We pick the lowest-toxicity option that will still clear the problem properly.<\/p><\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"rs-acc-item\">\n            <button class=\"rs-acc-btn\" aria-expanded=\"false\">How often should I schedule pest control?<span class=\"rs-pm\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"m6 9 6 6 6-6\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n            <div class=\"rs-acc-panel\"><p>Most Sydney homes do well with a general treatment once a year, usually before summer. Properties near bushland, water or food handling may need a visit every six months. We will tell you what your property actually needs after the inspection.<\/p><\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"rs-acc-item\">\n            <button class=\"rs-acc-btn\" aria-expanded=\"false\">What do I need to do before a treatment?<span class=\"rs-pm\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"m6 9 6 6 6-6\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n            <div class=\"rs-acc-panel\"><p>Not much. Clear access to skirting boards and corners, store open food and pet bowls, and let us know about pets or anyone with allergies. Your technician sends a short prep list when you book.<\/p><\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"rs-acc-item\">\n            <button class=\"rs-acc-btn\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Do you offer follow-up inspections?<span class=\"rs-pm\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"m6 9 6 6 6-6\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n            <div class=\"rs-acc-panel\"><p>Yes. Our general pest treatments include a warranty period, and we schedule a free follow-up if anything comes back inside that window. Termite jobs include ongoing monitoring options.<\/p><\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"rs-acc-item\">\n            <button class=\"rs-acc-btn\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Can pests come back after treatment?<span class=\"rs-pm\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"m6 9 6 6 6-6\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n            <div class=\"rs-acc-panel\"><p>A proper treatment clears the active problem and creates a barrier that lasts. New pests can move in from neighbouring properties or the garden over time, which is why our plan includes prevention advice and a follow-up schedule.<\/p><\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- CTA -->\n    <section class=\"rs-cta\">\n      <div class=\"rs-wrap\">\n        <div>\n          <span class=\"rs-eyebrow rs-on-dark\">Ready when you are<\/span>\n          <h2 style=\"margin-top:.7rem\">Got pests? 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