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        "description": "Confirm drain pipe diameter and location — Determines if your plumbing lines need to be enlarged or shifted to meet local building codes for standalone showers."
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        "description": "Plan in-wall blocking for future grab bars — Secures solid structural framing points behind the wall substrate before tile installation so safety bars can be added safely anytime."
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        "description": "Select shower control and valve heights — Adapts the rough-in plumbing to your household's height preferences and ensures handheld wands are easily reachable."
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  "articleBody": "Before starting demolition on your bathroom, going through a comprehensive checklist helps avoid unexpected delays, surprise plumbing adjustments, or water damage headaches down the road.\n\n- [ ] Measure existing alcove width and depth — Ensures your new shower pan or custom base matches the existing wall envelope without requiring unexpected framing alterations.\n- [ ] Verify subfloor condition around the tub base — Uncovers soft spots, past leaks, or rotting wood that must be addressed before installing new tile or mortar.\n- [ ] Confirm drain pipe diameter and location — Determines if your plumbing lines need to be enlarged or shifted to meet local building codes for standalone showers.\n- [ ] Determine curb preference versus curbless transition — Dictates whether your installer needs to recess subfloor joists to create a zero-barrier walk-in entry.\n- [ ] Plan in-wall blocking for future grab bars — Secures solid structural framing points behind the wall substrate before tile installation so safety bars can be added safely anytime.\n- [ ] Select shower control and valve heights — Adapts the rough-in plumbing to your household's height preferences and ensures handheld wands are easily reachable.\n- [ ] Verify local permit requirements with Hillsborough County — Confirms whether building and plumbing permits are needed before work starts to maintain code compliance.\n- [ ] Select moisture-resistant wall backing and waterproofing membranes — Protects interior framing against humidity and moisture intrusion in high-use Florida bathrooms.\n\nHow to use this checklist:\nWalk through each item with your project estimator before ordering materials or pulling out fixtures. Bay City Remodeling & Bathrooms LLC helps homeowners across Brandon, Riverview, and Valrico plan clean conversions. Call 813-362-0114 to schedule an on-site visit.",
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