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        "text": "Basement remodeling costs vary widely based on total square footage, bathroom additions, fixture selections, and necessary structural framing. A significant portion of the budget goes toward structural framing, drywall installation, sub-trade plumbing and electrical labor, and floor finishes. To manage your investment effectively, keep plumbing fixtures grouped near existing main stacks to avoid excessive concrete trenching, choose durable mid-range tile and flooring materials, and prioritize an open-concept layout that requires fewer interior walls, doors, and finish trim packages.",
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        "description": "Costs depend on size, plumbing rough-ins, and finishes; clustering wet areas and using open layouts helps control your total budget."
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  "description": "Costs depend on size, plumbing rough-ins, and finishes; clustering wet areas and using open layouts helps control your total budget."
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