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      "name": "Does a bathtub replacement require changing the existing plumbing?",
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        "text": "If your new bathtub matches the dimensions and drain placement of your existing unit, your current plumbing configuration can often remain in place with minor updates to the rough-in valves. However, if you switch from a standard alcove tub to a freestanding soaking tub, or change your drain orientation, licensed contractors must cut into the subfloor to reroute the drain, overflow, and water supply lines. Updating older supply lines and shut-off valves during the remodel is often recommended to prevent future leaks.",
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        "description": "Plumbing changes depend on layout; keeping the same footprint requires minimal updates, while switching tub styles or drain locations requires rerouting water lines and drains."
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  "description": "Plumbing changes depend on layout; keeping the same footprint requires minimal updates, while switching tub styles or drain locations requires rerouting water l"
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