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        "text": "Detached suites require autonomous utility service to function as independent living quarters. Contractors typically trench water lines, sewer or septic connections, and electrical feeds from the primary home’s supply, adding a dedicated electrical subpanel to handle the suite’s appliances and lighting. For climate control, ductless mini-split HVAC systems are commonly installed because they provide independent temperature zoning without requiring ductwork tied to the main house. Plumbers also install a separate water heater sized specifically for the secondary suite's bathrooms and kitchen sinks.",
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