Read the pattern
Dry the fixture and cabinet, then compare idle, cold, hot, drainage, and side-spray use. Record the first wet point, brand, hole pattern, finish wear, supply material, and stop condition.
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Move from evidence to a bounded authorization
Hold the safety line
Avoid twisting old connectors, forcing a stop, or overtightening delicate trim. Keep water away from cabinet outlets and disposal connections while observing.
Place the Seattle boundary
Accessible fixture work is private plumbing, while concealed piping, counter modification, electrical clearance, or building-wide isolation can widen the permit and coordination questions.
Write the visit
Separate cartridges, seals, aerator, supplies, stops, faucet replacement, counter access, finish protection, debris, and tests. Parts availability should be stated before repair is preferred.
Keep the closing evidence
Run every normal handle and accessory position, fill and drain the basin, inspect connections afterward, and preserve the model and replaced-part record.
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