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        "name": "Cut caulk lines along wall seams and backsplashes using a utility knife — Prevents tearing off large sheets…",
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        "description": "Disconnect countertop hold-down fasteners and brace heavy stone tops — Avoids sudden drops that can crush lower cabinetry or crack expensive stone."
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  "articleBody": "Taking down old kitchen cabinets requires far more care than swinging a hammer, especially if you want to protect your flooring, save the boxes for donation, or keep existing drywall intact. \n\n- [ ] Clear all cabinet interiors and surrounding countertops — Prevents personal items from being damaged during work.\n- [ ] Shut off water supply valves under the sink — Eliminates the risk of flooding when disconnecting plumbing supply lines.\n- [ ] Turn off dedicated electrical breakers at the main panel — Protects you from live circuits running to disposals, under-cabinet lighting, or outlets.\n- [ ] Verify whether your home was built prior to 1978 — Confirms if paint testing or lead-safe renovation procedures are required before disturbing walls.\n- [ ] Unscrew and remove all cabinet doors and pull-out drawers — Lightens individual boxes and provides clear access to interior mounting screws.\n- [ ] Cut caulk lines along wall seams and backsplashes using a utility knife — Prevents tearing off large sheets of drywall paper when pulling units free.\n- [ ] Disconnect countertop hold-down fasteners and brace heavy stone tops — Avoids sudden drops that can crush lower cabinetry or crack expensive stone.\n- [ ] Locate and back out hidden screws along interior face frames and hanging rails — Keeps wall studs from tearing when dismounting upper boxes.\n\nHow to use this checklist\nWork through these steps methodically before pulling any cabinet away from a wall. Rushing into tear-out without shutting off utilities or locating fasteners often causes extensive wall and pipe damage. For smooth cabinet removal and complete kitchen prep in Aurora or Denver, call HH Remodeling LLC at 303-505-0866.",
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