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        "text": "The primary cost drivers are plumbing additions, electrical capacity upgrades, and climate control. Standard garages lack drain lines, so adding a full bathroom and kitchen involves cutting through the concrete slab to lay waste lines and water pipes. Many homes also need an electrical subpanel to handle appliances, water heaters, and cooking equipment. Other major expenses include framing and insulating exterior walls, replacing the garage door with finished exterior wall framing, leveling the sloped concrete floor, and installing drywall. Bay City Remodeling & Bathrooms establishes these specific layout details during the estimating process.",
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