How it works

A precise path from property question to finished ADU.

Building an ADU should feel organized. Our process keeps evaluation, design, permitting, construction, and handover connected.

Process overview

Simple. Transparent. Professional.

The work is complex. The homeowner experience should not be. We make the sequence legible before construction begins.

Full project management

Design, approvals, and construction are coordinated rather than handed between unrelated vendors.

Weekly visibility

You should understand what changed, what is next, and which decisions need your attention.

Quality control

The build is measured against the scope, details, and homeowner goals established early.

Timeline overview

Free property evaluation1-2 weeks
Design and engineering2-4 weeks
Permits and approvals4-12 weeks
Construction16-24 weeks
Typical total path5-10 months

Detailed phases

Each step has a job.

01

Free property evaluation

We review your lot, access, existing structures, goals, and early feasibility questions.

1-2 weeks

02

Design and engineering

Layouts, structural coordination, utilities, energy needs, and finish direction are connected to the build path.

2-4 weeks

03

Permits and approvals

We coordinate submittals, plan-check responses, and required revisions for the governing jurisdiction.

4-12 weeks

04

Construction

Site work, framing, systems, finishes, inspections, and weekly communication move through one accountable process.

16-24 weeks

05

Walkthrough and handover

The project closes with final review, documentation, and a completed ADU ready for its intended use.

1 week

Start here

The first step is not a generic quote. It is a property evaluation.

Tell us what you want the ADU to do. We will help map the practical path.

Free evaluation