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        "text": "Before scheduling an initial consultation, identify your primary goals for the space, such as whether you require an open home office, a private bedroom, or a full suite with plumbing. Review your local homeowner association guidelines to verify rules regarding exterior home alterations and off-street parking requirements. Locate your home’s electrical panel to check whether open breaker slots exist to support new circuits or an independent cooling unit. Having these details ready helps contractors evaluate layout options, structural parameters, and provide an accurate initial project estimate.",
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