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        "name": "Subfloor moisture inspection tools on hand — Allows immediate assessment of timber decking once the base is…",
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  "articleBody": "- [ ] Main water shutoff located and verified — Ensures you can quickly cut the water supply if an old isolation valve fails during fixture removal.\n- [ ] Hallway and bedroom floor coverings placed — Protects hardwood and carpeting from grit, sharp tile debris, and heavy foot traffic.\n- [ ] Vanity and exhaust fan covered with plastic — Keeps fine drywall dust from settling inside drawers or clogging ventilation motors.\n- [ ] Rough-in valve access panel identified — Makes disconnecting the mixing valve straightforward without blind cutting into wall cavities.\n- [ ] Trash disposal plan and debris staging arranged — Prevents heavy cast-iron tubs or broken mortar pans from cluttering narrow hallways.\n- [ ] Finished ceiling heights and replacement footprint measured — Confirms your planned replacement enclosure fits the framing without unexpected framing shifts.\n- [ ] Electrical breakers for adjacent bathroom outlets switched off — Reduces electrocution risks when cutting into wet walls where wiring runs near switches.\n- [ ] Subfloor moisture inspection tools on hand — Allows immediate assessment of timber decking once the base is lifted.\n\nHow to use this checklist:\nWork through these items the morning before demolition starts. Ticking off each preparation task guarantees a safe, contained workspace that prevents secondary home damage. If opening the walls reveals rotted framing or plumbing headaches, reach out to Abraham Becerra at HH Remodeling LLC at 303-505-0866.",
  "datePublished": "2026-10-23"
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