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      "name": "Step 1: Initial Consultation & Design (2-4 weeks): This is where you meet with your contractor, like Santiago and Cary, to discuss your vision, budget, and requirements. We'll assess your garage's feasibility, discuss local zoning in places like Cerritos or Orange, and start sketching out design concepts. This phase involves collaborating with designers to finalize the layout and finishes.",
      "text": "Step 1: Initial Consultation & Design (2-4 weeks): This is where you meet with your contractor, like Santiago and Cary, to discuss your vision, budget, and requirements. We'll assess your garage's feasibility, discuss local zoning in places like Cerritos or Orange, and start sketching out design concepts. This phase involves collaborating with designers to finalize the layout and finishes.",
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      "name": "Step 2: Plans & Permitting (6-12 weeks): Once the design is solid, detailed architectural and engineering plans are drawn up. These plans are then submitted to your local city's building department (e.g., Anaheim, Pasadena) for review and permit approval. This phase can take some time as it involves bureaucratic processes, but we manage all the paperwork for you.",
      "text": "Step 2: Plans & Permitting (6-12 weeks): Once the design is solid, detailed architectural and engineering plans are drawn up. These plans are then submitted to your local city's building department (e.g., Anaheim, Pasadena) for review and permit approval. This phase can take some time as it involves bureaucratic processes, but we manage all the paperwork for you.",
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      "name": "Step 3: Demolition & Site Preparation (1-2 weeks): With permits in hand, we'll start by clearing out the garage, removing existing structures that won't be part of the ADU, and preparing the site. This includes making sure the foundation is ready and utility lines are accessible.",
      "text": "Step 3: Demolition & Site Preparation (1-2 weeks): With permits in hand, we'll start by clearing out the garage, removing existing structures that won't be part of the ADU, and preparing the site. This includes making sure the foundation is ready and utility lines are accessible.",
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      "name": "Step 4: Rough Framing & Utilities (3-5 weeks): This step involves building out the new interior walls, framing for windows and doors, and installing the rough-in plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems. This is where the ADU really starts to take shape inside the existing garage shell.",
      "text": "Step 4: Rough Framing & Utilities (3-5 weeks): This step involves building out the new interior walls, framing for windows and doors, and installing the rough-in plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems. This is where the ADU really starts to take shape inside the existing garage shell.",
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      "name": "Step 5: Insulation, Drywall & Exterior Finishes (3-4 weeks): Once rough inspections pass, we'll insulate, hang drywall, and apply finishes to the exterior of the ADU, making sure it blends seamlessly with your main home. Roofing and window installation typically happen here too.",
      "text": "Step 5: Insulation, Drywall & Exterior Finishes (3-4 weeks): Once rough inspections pass, we'll insulate, hang drywall, and apply finishes to the exterior of the ADU, making sure it blends seamlessly with your main home. Roofing and window installation typically happen here too.",
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      "name": "Step 6: Interior Finishes & Fixtures (4-6 weeks): This is the fun part where your design really comes to life! We install flooring, paint, cabinets, countertops, lighting fixtures, and all the final plumbing fixtures. Quality checks are continuous during this phase.",
      "text": "Step 6: Interior Finishes & Fixtures (4-6 weeks): This is the fun part where your design really comes to life! We install flooring, paint, cabinets, countertops, lighting fixtures, and all the final plumbing fixtures. Quality checks are continuous during this phase.",
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      "name": "Step 7: Final Inspections & Walkthrough (1-2 weeks): After all work is complete, the city performs final inspections to ensure everything meets code. Once approved, we'll do a thorough walkthrough with you to ensure every detail meets your expectations before final payment and handover. Throughout this entire process, Affordable Home Remodeling emphasizes clear communication and staying on schedule, aiming for efficiency without compromising quality, especially important for investors focused on speed to rent.",
      "text": "Step 7: Final Inspections & Walkthrough (1-2 weeks): After all work is complete, the city performs final inspections to ensure everything meets code. Once approved, we'll do a thorough walkthrough with you to ensure every detail meets your expectations before final payment and handover. Throughout this entire process, Affordable Home Remodeling emphasizes clear communication and staying on schedule, aiming for efficiency without compromising quality, especially important for investors focused on speed to rent.",
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