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        "description": "Cooktop counter landing zones — Reserves at least 12 inches of counter surface on one side and 15 inches on the other for safe staging of hot pots."
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        "description": "Exterior ventilation duct path — Verifies a straight, properly sized duct route to the outside for the range hood before cabinets get installed."
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        "description": "Overhead heat clearance check — Confirms the exact gap between cooktop burners and upper combustible cabinets meets manufacturer instructions."
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        "description": "Utility rough-in locations — Aligns water supply shutoffs, gas stubs, and dedicated electrical outlets within the specific recessed cavities of each machine."
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  "articleBody": "- [ ] Full appliance specification packets — Confirms total physical depth, width, height, and handle projections instead of relying on rounded retail tags.\n- [ ] Measured door and drawer swing arcs — Prevents the refrigerator door or oven handle from striking adjacent cabinet trim or door casings.\n- [ ] 30 by 48 inch clear floor perimeter per appliance — Guarantees that users have adequate standing room without blocking adjacent high-traffic paths.\n- [ ] Cooktop counter landing zones — Reserves at least 12 inches of counter surface on one side and 15 inches on the other for safe staging of hot pots.\n- [ ] Dishwasher standing clearance — Keeps at least 21 inches of clear floor beside the open door so you can load dishes without being trapped against an island.\n- [ ] Exterior ventilation duct path — Verifies a straight, properly sized duct route to the outside for the range hood before cabinets get installed.\n- [ ] Overhead heat clearance check — Confirms the exact gap between cooktop burners and upper combustible cabinets meets manufacturer instructions.\n- [ ] Utility rough-in locations — Aligns water supply shutoffs, gas stubs, and dedicated electrical outlets within the specific recessed cavities of each machine.\n\nHow to Use This Checklist\nReview these specific items before signing cabinet contracts or starting drywall demolition. Running down this checklist ensures that your chosen equipment fits your structural footprint and utility capacity. When kitchen adjustments involve wall changes, custom framing, or drywall modifications in Aurora or the Denver area, HH Remodeling LLC can help you coordinate every measurement. Call 303-505-0866 to talk through your kitchen plans.",
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