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      "name": "Step 1: Complete Demolition and Subfloor Inspection",
      "text": "Tear out the old flooring down to the subfloor, removing baseboards, old fasteners, and debris. Inspect the underlying surface for hidden moisture stains, soft plywood spots, and uneven dips. Clear everything out so the bare deck is completely visible before proceeding.",
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      "name": "Step 2: Subfloor Repair and Surface Leveling",
      "text": "Patch damaged joists or subfloor sheets, secure squeaking boards with fresh screws, and apply self-leveling underlayment where needed. A level subfloor prevents floating planks from unclicking and stops tile from cracking under heavy foot traffic. Let leveling compounds cure according to manufacturer instructions.",
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      "name": "Step 3: Moisture Barrier and Underlayment Installation",
      "text": "Roll out and secure the specified moisture barrier or underlayment suitable for your material, sealing seams tightly. In kitchens, a proper barrier prevents ground vapor from swelling engineered boards or undermining tile adhesives. Ensure the subfloor meets moisture limits prior to laying materials down.",
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      "name": "Step 4: Layout Dry-Run and Precision Cutting",
      "text": "Dry-lay full courses of tile or luxury vinyl planks from the center line toward the perimeter and doorways. Check how cuts fall against base cabinets, islands, and exterior doorways to eliminate sliver cuts. Account for required perimeter expansion gaps on floating products.",
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      "name": "Step 5: Flooring Installation and Appliance Coordination",
      "text": "Install the finished material across the room, carefully cutting around island posts, dishwasher bays, and plumbing rough-ins. For tile installations, place spacers and spread thinset evenly; for vinyl or hardwood, lock joints tight while keeping expansion gaps clear. Confirm appliance clearances so dishwashers slide in smoothly without snagging floor edges.",
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      "name": "Step 6: Grouting, Trim, and Final Curing",
      "text": "Apply grout for tile surfaces and allow the full 24 to 48 hours for preliminary foot traffic and 72 hours for cure. Install color-matched transitions, shoe moulding, and trim against base cabinets and adjacent rooms. Clean off residual haze or dust, inspect transitions, and set appliances back in place once curing finishes. If your subfloor has unexpected slope issues or structural softness, bringing in an experienced contractor ensures problems are corrected properly. Reach out to Abraham Becerra at HH Remodeling LLC at 303-505-0866 for a hands-on review of your kitchen flooring project.",
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