/*
Theme Name: Sexton HVAC Solutions
Theme URI: https://example.com/sexton-hvac-solutions
Author: DigiScale Web Studio
Description: A conversion-focused, responsive WordPress theme for Sexton HVAC Solutions serving the South Carolina Lowcountry.
Version: 1.1.0
Requires at least: 6.0
Tested up to: 6.8
Requires PHP: 7.4
License: GNU General Public License v2 or later
Text Domain: sexton-hvac
*/
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/* Client-personalized photography and identity refinements (v1.1.0) */
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