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      "name": "Step 1: Shut off water and protect surrounding finishes",
      "text": "The main bathroom water valves are closed and lines are drained to prevent accidental flooding. Crews mask off adjacent vanities, floors, and doorways with drop cloths and plastic sheeting to contain plaster dust, old mortar, and debris.",
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      "name": "Step 2: Disconnect trim, valves, and glass enclosures",
      "text": "Shower doors, frames, showerheads, and mixing valve handles are carefully detached. Removing heavy glass panels and metal tracks first eliminates breakage hazards before wall demolition begins.",
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      "name": "Step 3: Strip wall surrounds down to the framing",
      "text": "Tile, backer board, or fiberglass surround panels are removed in manageable sections. Fasteners are pulled from the studs rather than pried aggressively, protecting structural wood and hidden wiring from accidental impact.",
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      "name": "Step 4: Disconnect the drain assembly and remove the pan",
      "text": "The drain flange is detached from the waste line under the base. The shower pan or mortar bed is broken free from the subfloor, exposing the bare floor joists and plumbing trap below.",
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      "name": "Step 5: Inspect framing, cap or reroute pipes, and prep the space",
      "text": "Exposed studs and subflooring are thoroughly inspected for rot or mildew. Water lines are capped or reconfigured for the new layout, damaged framing is repaired, and surfaces are leveled for the next waterproofing system. If you are planning to remove an old shower in your home, HH Remodeling LLC provides clean, professional service. Call 303-505-0866 to schedule an on-site consultation.",
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