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Sharing our experience in ADU development, construction and remodeling.
16 Biggest ADU Mistakes in 2021
Even if you have gone through construction before, developing an ADU is very different from home remodeling or home addition. It is a challenging process! Instead, building an ADU is very much like developing a new home but on a smaller scale. One of the hardest parts...
ADU Standard Plan Program – Illusion or Real?
Early March 2021 city of Los Angeles announced its program for preapproved ADU plans, it was announced on all possible news platforms such as TV, Newspapers, and social media. You would mistakenly think that this is it, the solution to ADU development most painful...
ADU in Los Angeles: A Complete Guide for 2021
Are you a California homeowner considering building an Accessory Dwelling Unit? You might be wondering what an ADU is, if it’s the right investment for you, and what the steps are to constructing an income producing unit on your property. You know the saying: “There’s...
ADU Construction Estimates Done The Right Way
Do the estimates you receive from contractors really cover all your project needs? Do contractor’s estimates present a real picture or what they want you to see? Free estimates will not reflect all the information you need to evaluate when deciding on your project,...
ADU Development Cost
Most people are amazed at what it costs to build an ADU. We come across articles all the time that get the wrong impression about the actual cost of ADU development. We want to make this clear and in the next few articles starting with this one we will review the...
7 Steps of an ADU Development
Developing an ADU is very much like developing a house, only on a smaller scale. There are a lot of moving parts and for a successful development it’s important to have all your bases covered in the right sequence. Trying to do one before the other will create delays,...
ADU Design & Build During Social Distancing
It's been a crazy couple of months, everyone were adjusting to work from home, the stock market has gone down and then up again, businesses modified their operation and government offices have limited their public accessibility. If you have an ADU design and build...
Garage Conversion Cost in Los Angeles
Most people are amazed at how much a garage conversion costs in Los Angeles. We come across articles all the time that get the wrong impression about the actual cost of a garage conversion ADU. We want to make this clear and in the next few articles starting with this...
Is Investing Into ADU During Pandemic a Right Decision?
There is every reason to believe that ADUs can do great in a recession. Rationale players may realize that ADUs are one of the safest places to invest their money in a recession. The latest sudden and dramatic economic crisis may threaten far greater economic...
What is JADU – Junior ADU Explained
If you are reading this article, you already know what ADU is (Accessory Dwelling Unit), however do you know what is a JADU (Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit)? Do you know the difference between those two? One of the most important ADU rule changes that took effect...
How Much Does A Garage Conversion Cost?
If the size of your family has increased and you are desperately looking for ways to add more space, then all that you need to do is convert your garage into a living area. Converting your existing garage into a new living space is a prudent way to add more space for...
Will Your Converted Garage Be Heat Efficient?
If you convert your garage into an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), it's important to make sure that you can heat and cool it efficiently. Not only will this allow you to save you money, but it can also reduce your household's energy usage, which helps to minimize your...