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      "name": "What factors have the biggest impact on basement renovation costs?",
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        "text": "Basement renovation costs vary based on square footage, existing framing, plumbing rough-ins, and fixture quality. A basic open recreation room costs significantly less than adding a dedicated bedroom, tiled bathroom, and wet bar. Major cost drivers include cutting into the concrete slab to run drain lines for new plumbing, adding subflooring to manage cold concrete, and cutting concrete foundation walls for egress windows. Labor, permitting fees, and mechanical upgrades also shape the final investment. Getting an on-site evaluation helps identify existing mechanical layouts that can keep plumbing and HVAC costs down.",
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        "description": "Key cost drivers include adding plumbing lines into concrete slabs, cutting egress windows, overall square footage, and finish selections like custom cabinetry or tile."
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  "description": "Key cost drivers include adding plumbing lines into concrete slabs, cutting egress windows, overall square footage, and finish selections like custom cabinetry"
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