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        "text": "You need professional structural and finish rehabilitation whenever a foreclosed home has compromised framing, extensive drywall water damage, missing cabinetry, or ruined subfloors. Abandoned properties frequently suffer from broken fixtures, mold behind damp walls, or stripped mechanical components that make standard DIY repairs impractical or unsafe. If you notice sagging ceilings, rotted floor joists around plumbing fixtures, or walls that were cut open to access wiring, a hands-on general contractor should step in. Professional reconstruction ensures framing meets standard building practices and surfaces are properly prepped before final tile, moldings, and paint are applied.",
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        "description": "You need a general contractor when the home involves structural framing repairs, full kitchen or bath rebuilds, extensive drywall damage, or multi-trade coordination."
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