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Brisbane humidity shortens external spray residual by 2-4 weeks compared to inland or temperate climates.<\/span>\n\n<div style=\"background:var(--bg2);border-bottom:1px solid var(--border)\"><div class=\"wrap\"><nav class=\"bc\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\"><a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/\">Home<\/a><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M9 18l6-6-6-6\"\/><\/svg><a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/blog\/\">Blog<\/a><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M9 18l6-6-6-6\"\/><\/svg><span style=\"color:var(--txt)\">How Long Does Pest Control Last<\/span><\/nav><\/div><\/div>\n\n<section class=\"hero\">\n  <div class=\"wrap hero-in\">\n    <div class=\"cat\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\" width=\"13\" height=\"13\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"\/><\/svg>Process &amp; Frequency<\/div>\n    <h1 class=\"h1\">How Long Does Pest Control Last? What to Expect<\/h1>\n    <div class=\"meta-row\">\n      <span class=\"meta-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"4\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\"\/><line x1=\"16\" y1=\"2\" x2=\"16\" y2=\"6\"\/><line x1=\"8\" y1=\"2\" x2=\"8\" y2=\"6\"\/><line x1=\"3\" y1=\"10\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"10\"\/><\/svg>Updated May 2026<\/span>\n      <span class=\"meta-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"\/><\/svg>9 min read<\/span>\n      <span class=\"meta-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M20 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H8a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"\/><\/svg>Response Pest Control<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<div class=\"art\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n\n    <div class=\"qs\"><p>Quick answer: Standard general pest spray lasts 3-6 months. Gel bait in harbourage zones lasts 6+ months. Eco-friendly sprays last 2-4 months. Termite chemical barriers last 8 years with annual inspection. Brisbane's humidity shortens external spray residual compared to cooler or drier climates.<\/p><\/div>\n\n    <p>The duration of pest control treatment is one of the most misunderstood aspects of the service. A 90-day warranty does not mean the treatment lasts only 90 days. A 6-month gap between quarterly treatments does not mean protection runs out at month 3. This guide explains what actually determines how long each treatment type lasts, and what specifically affects duration in Brisbane's subtropical conditions.<\/p>\n\n    <h2>Treatment Duration at a Glance<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"tbl-wrap\">\n      <table class=\"dur-table\">\n        <thead><tr><th>Treatment type<\/th><th>Typical duration<\/th><th>Brisbane adjustment<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n        <tbody>\n          <tr><td class=\"hi\">Standard residual spray (internal)<\/td><td class=\"g\">4-6 months<\/td><td>Minimal effect; internal humidity is controlled<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td class=\"hi\">Standard residual spray (external)<\/td><td class=\"g\">3-4 months<\/td><td class=\"o\">Reduce by 2-4 weeks in summer or bayside locations<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td class=\"hi\">Gel bait (cockroaches)<\/td><td class=\"g\">6+ months<\/td><td>Minimal if placed correctly in harbourage zones<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td class=\"hi\">Eco-friendly \/ botanical spray<\/td><td class=\"g\">2-4 months<\/td><td class=\"o\">Shorter in high-UV or high-humidity conditions<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td class=\"hi\">Insect growth regulator (fleas)<\/td><td class=\"g\">Up to 6 months<\/td><td>Minimal if applied to carpet and soft furnishings<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td class=\"hi\">Dust treatments (roof void\/subfloor)<\/td><td class=\"g\">12+ months<\/td><td>Protected environment; minimal degradation<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td class=\"hi\">Termite chemical barrier (Termidor)<\/td><td class=\"g\">8 years (product warranty)<\/td><td>Annual inspection required to maintain warranty condition<\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td class=\"hi\">Termite baiting system<\/td><td class=\"g\">Ongoing (requires monitoring)<\/td><td>6-monthly station checks minimum<\/td><\/tr>\n        <\/tbody>\n      <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <h2>Duration by Treatment Type<\/h2>\n\n    <h3>Standard residual spray<\/h3>\n    <p>The most common treatment for general household pests (cockroaches, ants, spiders, silverfish) uses synthetic pyrethroid or fipronil-based products applied to internal and external surfaces. Internal applications to skirting boards, wall junctions, and subfloor timbers are protected from UV and rain, giving 4-6 month residual in typical conditions. External perimeter applications are exposed to UV, rain, and surface degradation. Professional-grade products last 10-14 weeks externally in Brisbane conditions, vs 4-6 weeks for retail products. See the full <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/services\/\">services overview<\/a> for treatment scope details.<\/p>\n\n    <h3>Gel bait for cockroaches<\/h3>\n    <p>Fipronil or imidacloprid-based gel bait applied inside cabinet hinges, behind appliances, and under sink bases is the most durable treatment for German cockroaches. Because it sits in a sheltered harbourage zone rather than on an exposed surface, it is not degraded by UV, rain, or cleaning. A correctly placed gel bait application remains active for 6+ months. The limiting factor is not chemical degradation but consumption: in a heavy infestation, bait is consumed faster and needs replenishment at the 6-8 week mark. The <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/pests\/\">pest guides<\/a> explain why gel bait is the only effective treatment for German cockroaches in established kitchen infestations.<\/p>\n\n    <h3>Eco-friendly and botanical sprays<\/h3>\n    <p>Botanical pyrethrin and plant-based essential oil formulations degrade faster than synthetic pyrethroids. The trade-off for lower environmental persistence is shorter residual activity: 2-4 months in standard conditions, less in high-UV or high-humidity environments like bayside Brisbane in summer. Eco-friendly products are appropriate for child and pet-sensitive areas and for clients who prefer lower persistence chemistry, with the understanding that retreatment intervals need to be shorter. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/services\/treatment-methods\/eco-friendly\/\">eco-friendly pest control guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n    <h3>Dust treatments<\/h3>\n    <p>Silica gel or pyrethroid dust applied in roof voids and subfloor cavities is the longest-lasting treatment type. Protected from UV, rain, and surface cleaning, dust treatments in enclosed voids remain active for 12 months or longer. Roof void dust is the standard treatment for silverfish and is also used as a secondary treatment in subfloors during termite management programs. The limitation is application: dust requires access to the void space and should not be self-applied in roof voids containing electrical wiring.<\/p>\n\n    <h3>Termite barriers<\/h3>\n    <p>Termidor HE (fipronil 6.3g\/L) applied as a chemical soil barrier carries an 8-year product warranty from Bayer. This is the duration for which the product remains at effective concentration in treated soil under normal conditions. The 8-year product warranty does not replace the requirement for annual AS 4349.3 inspection, which is the condition that maintains the building warranty. After 8 years, soil testing can confirm whether product is still at effective levels, or a full top-up application can be scheduled. See the <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/pricing\/termite-treatment-cost\/\">termite treatment cost guide<\/a> for barrier pricing.<\/p>\n\n    <h2>Brisbane Climate Effects on Treatment Duration<\/h2>\n    <p>Brisbane's subtropical climate reduces external spray residual duration compared to the figures on product labels, which are typically tested in temperate laboratory conditions. Four specific factors apply.<\/p>\n\n    <div class=\"climate-strip\">\n      <div class=\"cs-hd\">How Brisbane conditions affect how long pest control lasts<\/div>\n      <div class=\"cs-grid\">\n        <div class=\"csi\"><div class=\"csi-lbl\">UV exposure<\/div><div class=\"csi-txt\">Brisbane receives significantly higher UV than southern Australian cities. Pyrethroid products applied to north-facing external surfaces degrade 20-30% faster than label estimates derived from temperate conditions.<\/div><\/div>\n        <div class=\"csi\"><div class=\"csi-lbl\">Humidity (coastal)<\/div><div class=\"csi-txt\">Bayside properties (Wynnum, Redcliffe, Cleveland) experience 10-16% higher relative humidity. This accelerates surface residue breakdown and requires 6-8 week external retreatment intervals in summer vs 10-12 weeks inland.<\/div><\/div>\n        <div class=\"csi\"><div class=\"csi-lbl\">Wet season rain<\/div><div class=\"csi-txt\">The November-April wet season brings heavy rain events that wash external spray from unpainted concrete, timber, and garden edges. Properties treated in November may need a targeted external top-up by January.<\/div><\/div>\n        <div class=\"csi\"><div class=\"csi-lbl\">High temperatures<\/div><div class=\"csi-txt\">Sustained temperatures above 30\u00b0C accelerate the volatilisation of some pyrethroid formulations on external surfaces. Products with oil-based carriers perform better in high-temperature conditions than water-based formulations.<\/div><\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <h2>Factors That Reduce Treatment Duration<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"factors-list\">\n      <div class=\"factor-row\"><div class=\"factor-num\">1<\/div><div class=\"factor-txt\"><strong>Cleaning treated surfaces too soon.<\/strong> Mopping internal skirting boards or wiping treated wall junctions within the first 2 weeks significantly reduces residual. Wait at least 2 weeks before cleaning treated floor edges and wall junctions.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"factor-row\"><div class=\"factor-num\">2<\/div><div class=\"factor-txt\"><strong>Pressure washing external perimeters.<\/strong> High-pressure water strips spray residue from treated surfaces. If you pressure wash paths or the building perimeter, let the technician know so a targeted re-application can be scheduled.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"factor-row\"><div class=\"factor-num\">3<\/div><div class=\"factor-txt\"><strong>Porous and uncoated surfaces.<\/strong> Bare timber, uncoated brick, and exposed concrete absorb more product than painted or sealed surfaces. More product is absorbed into the substrate and less remains on the surface for contact action. Porous-surface treatments may need shorter retreatment intervals.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"factor-row\"><div class=\"factor-num\">4<\/div><div class=\"factor-txt\"><strong>Heavy rain within 24 hours of external treatment.<\/strong> Most professional products are rain-fast after 2-4 hours, but heavy rain within 24 hours can still reduce external residual, especially on sloped surfaces where water run-off occurs.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"factor-row\"><div class=\"factor-num\">5<\/div><div class=\"factor-txt\"><strong>Using incompatible cleaning products.<\/strong> Some citrus-based or alkaline cleaning products can neutralise pyrethroid residues on internal surfaces. Standard household cleaners at normal dilution do not cause significant degradation, but concentrated applications to treated surfaces can reduce residual duration.<\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <h2>Signs Treatment Is Wearing Off<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"signs-grid\">\n      <div class=\"sign-card\"><div class=\"sign-lbl\">Cockroaches<\/div><div class=\"sign-txt\">Small nymphs appearing 6-8 weeks post-treatment (new egg capsule hatch). Live adults in the same zones as before treatment.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"sign-card\"><div class=\"sign-lbl\">Ants<\/div><div class=\"sign-txt\">New trails from the same entry points as before treatment. Trail activity increasing toward the same harborage sites.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"sign-card\"><div class=\"sign-lbl\">Spiders<\/div><div class=\"sign-txt\">New web building in previously treated and cleared external areas. Dead spiders no longer appearing after web removal.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"sign-card\"><div class=\"sign-lbl\">Rodents<\/div><div class=\"sign-txt\">Resumed activity in roof void (noise, droppings). Bait station consumption reducing suggests population decrease but not elimination.<\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <h2>Warranty vs Effectiveness: What the 90 Days Actually Means<\/h2>\n    <p>A 90-day warranty is a service guarantee, not a statement about how long the treatment works. It means: if the same pest type returns at problem levels within 90 days of your treatment, the operator returns at no charge to investigate and re-treat.<\/p>\n    <p>In practice, a quality general pest treatment with professional-grade products lasts 3-6 months for general pests. The warranty period covers the window when re-treatment due to treatment failure (insufficient coverage, heavy infestation load, or early chemical degradation) is most likely to be needed. After 90 days, a return of pest activity is more likely due to natural population recolonisation from adjacent sources than treatment failure, which is why the warranty does not extend indefinitely.<\/p>\n    <p>For end-of-lease treatments, the 90-day warranty also covers the bond inspection period. If the landlord's inspection reveals a pest issue within 90 days of your treatment, the operator returns to re-treat before any bond dispute proceeds.<\/p>\n\n\n    <h2>Does Product Quality Affect Duration?<\/h2>\n    <p>Yes, significantly. The gap between professional-grade and retail-grade products is most visible in external residual duration. A retail pyrethroid spray applied to an external concrete path may show visible die-off for 2-3 weeks. A professional Cislin 25 (deltamethrin 25g\/L) application to the same surface using a calibrated pump sprayer at label rate will show kill activity for 10-14 weeks in Brisbane conditions.<\/p>\n    <p>The concentration difference alone does not account for all of this. Professional formulations include UV stabilisers and carrier compounds that slow surface degradation and improve substrate adhesion. Retail products are formulated for occasional use at consumer concentrations, not for the extended residual performance required in a professional program. This is one of the main reasons the price difference between a 9 treatment and a 80 treatment exists: the product applied in each is genuinely different in composition, concentration, and durability.<\/p>\n    <p>For gel bait specifically, the active ingredient concentration and bait matrix formulation determine how attractive the product is to the target pest and how resistant it is to drying out or contamination. Professional gel bait remains attractive to German cockroaches for longer because the matrix is formulated to resist the fats and moisture in kitchen environments that cause retail gel baits to degrade into an unpalatable crust within 4-6 weeks.<\/p>\n\n    <h2>How Duration Relates to Re-Entry Times<\/h2>\n    <p>Re-entry times and treatment duration are separate questions that often get confused. Re-entry time is the period after treatment during which it is unsafe for people or pets to be in treated areas: typically 2-4 hours after treatment for treated surfaces to dry, and 30 minutes for gel bait application only. Once dry, the chemical deposit is safe for normal contact by adults, children, and pets at residue levels present after a standard application.<\/p>\n    <p>Treatment duration is how long the chemical continues to affect pest populations after re-entry. A surface that is safe to touch 2 hours after treatment continues to kill cockroaches that walk across it for 3-4 months. The <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/blog\/is-pest-control-safe-for-kids-pets\/\">pest control safety guide<\/a> covers re-entry times and safety considerations in detail.<\/p>\n\n    <div class=\"takeaways\">\n      <h3>How long pest control lasts: key points<\/h3>\n      <div class=\"tk-list\">\n        <div class=\"tk\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Standard spray: 3-4 months external, 4-6 months internal. Gel bait: 6+ months in harbourage zones. Dust: 12+ months in enclosed voids.<\/div>\n        <div class=\"tk\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Brisbane humidity and UV shorten external spray residual by 2-4 weeks vs temperate label estimates. Bayside properties are most affected.<\/div>\n        <div class=\"tk\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Termite barriers: 8-year product warranty (Termidor). Annual inspection still required each year to maintain building warranty condition.<\/div>\n        <div class=\"tk\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Don't clean treated surfaces for at least 2 weeks. Pressure washing and heavy rain within 24 hours reduce external residual.<\/div>\n        <div class=\"tk\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>A 90-day warranty is a service guarantee, not a statement that the treatment stops working at day 90.<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"cta-box\">\n      <div><h3>Questions about your last treatment?<\/h3><p>Call to discuss retreatment timing or warranty re-treatment for your property.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div class=\"cta-acts\">\n        <a href=\"tel:0406178471\" class=\"btn-g\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\"><path d=\"M22 16.92v3a2 2 0 0 1-2.18 2 19.79 19.79 0 0 1-8.63-3.07A19.5 19.5 0 0 1 4.69 12a19.79 19.79 0 0 1-3.07-8.67A2 2 0 0 1 3.6 1.21h3a2 2 0 0 1 2 1.72 12.84 12.84 0 0 0 .7 2.81 2 2 0 0 1-.45 2.11L8.09 9.91a16 16 0 0 0 6 6l.87-.87a2 2 0 0 1 2.11-.45 12.84 12.84 0 0 0 2.81.7A2 2 0 0 1 22 16.92z\"\/><\/svg>0406 178 471<\/a>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/quote\/\" class=\"btn-gw\">Get a Quote<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"faq-list\" id=\"faq\">\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">Why does pest control last different amounts of time?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-ans\">Chemical type and formulation, surface type (porous vs sealed), environment (UV, humidity, rain), and placement (exposed surface vs sheltered harbourage zone). Dust in a sealed void lasts 12+ months. External spray on bare concrete in a Brisbane summer lasts 10-12 weeks.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">Does rain wash away pest control spray?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-ans\">Professional products are rain-fast after 2-4 hours. Light rain after that does not significantly reduce residual. A heavy downpour within 24 hours of an external treatment may reduce effectiveness on sloped surfaces. Let the technician know if you have a major rain event shortly after treatment.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">Should I clean surfaces after pest control?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-ans\">Wait at least 2 weeks before cleaning treated skirting boards and wall junctions. Benchtops and food preparation surfaces should be wiped before use. Avoid pressure washing external perimeters for at least 4 weeks after treatment.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">What does the 90-day warranty cover?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-ans\">Re-treatment at no charge if the same pest type returns within 90 days. It does not mean treatment stops working at day 90. A quality treatment lasts 3-6 months; the warranty covers the most likely re-treatment window.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">How do I know when pest control is wearing off?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/button><div class=\"faq-ans\">Return of live sightings at pre-treatment levels. Cockroach nymphs appearing 6-8 weeks post-treatment. New spider webs in previously cleared areas. New ant trails from the same entry points. These are the indicators that population recolonisation is occurring and a follow-up treatment is due.<\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"author-bar\">\n      <div class=\"author-av\">R<\/div>\n      <div><div class=\"author-nm\">Response Pest Control<\/div><div class=\"author-cr\">Licensed pest control operators, Brisbane and Gold Coast. ABN 45 433 415 022.<\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <p style=\"margin-top:28px;font-size:14px;color:var(--txt3)\">More guides: <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/services\/\">Services overview<\/a> &bull; <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/pests\/\">Pest identification<\/a> &bull; <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/quote\/\">Free quote<\/a><\/p>\n    <p style=\"margin-top:10px;font-size:14px;color:var(--txt3)\">Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/blog\/how-often-do-you-need-pest-control\/\">How often do you need pest control?<\/a> &bull; <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/blog\/how-does-pest-control-work\/\">How does pest control work?<\/a> &bull; <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/blog\/is-pest-control-worth-it\/\">Is pest control worth it?<\/a><\/p>\n\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<script>\n(function(){\n  document.querySelectorAll('.rpc-b131 .faq-q').forEach(function(q){\n    q.addEventListener('click',function(){\n      var item=q.closest('.faq-item'),was=item.classList.contains('open');\n      document.querySelectorAll('.rpc-b131 .faq-item.open').forEach(function(i){i.classList.remove('open');});\n      if(!was)item.classList.add('open');\n    });\n  });\n})();\n<\/script>\n<!-- WEB_CONTENT_END -->\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-918","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>How Long Does Pest Control Last? 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