See the work. Know the price.

ADUs, additions and remodels in Los Angeles, California

Tell us about your project and get a written quote after a free site visit.

(01) Packages

Pick the project closest to yours.

Pick the project closest to yours.

1. ADU (backyard home)

A separate small home for family, rent or work.

$160K - $300K

1. ADU (backyard home)

A separate small home for family, rent or work.

$160K - $300K

2. Home addition

More bedrooms or living space, same lot.

$140K - $280K

2. Home addition

More bedrooms or living space, same lot.

$140K - $280K

3. Full remodel

Rework the whole floor plan, kitchen to baths.

$100K - $250K

3. Full remodel

Rework the whole floor plan, kitchen to baths.

$100K - $250K

04 · Move in

Final connections, a full walkthrough, and the keys are yours.

2-3 weeks

04 · Move in

Final connections, a full walkthrough, and the keys are yours.

2-3 weeks

  • Licensed and insured

  • Free site visit

  • Reply in 1 business day

$160K

$160K

Typical ADU starting price

Typical ADU starting price

16-24

16-24

Typical build time, in weeks

Typical build time, in weeks

FREE

FREE

Site visit and written quote

Site visit and written quote

Licensed

CSLB Lic. # 0000000

CSLB Lic. # 0000000

Insured

$2M general liability and workers’ comp

$2M general liability and workers’ comp

In business since 2009

17 years building across Los Angeles County

17 years building across Los Angeles County

Warranty

5-year workmanship warranty

5-year workmanship warranty

(02) Process

How a project runs, start to finish

How a project runs, start to finish

1 - Weeks 1 to 6

Design

We measure, draw and agree the plan and the price.

You: approve the plan.

2 - Weeks 6 to 14

Permit

We prepare and file the paperwork with your city or county. Timing varies by jurisdiction.

You: sign the forms.

3 - Weeks 14 to 34

Build

Weekly updates and one point of contact.

You: pick finishes on time.

4 - Final week

Handover

Walkthrough, punch list and warranty papers.

You: walk through and sign off.

(03) Before and after

Same room. Same angle. Different home.

Same room. Same angle. Different home.

Before
After

Mid-century ranch remodel in Glendale, CA: new flat roof, a glass front and a desert garden.

(04) Recent projects

Real homes, real numbers.

Real homes, real numbers.

Backyard ADU

Los Angeles, CA

22 Weeks

$180K to $210K

ADU

Second-story addition

Pasadena, CA

20 Weeks

$150K to $190K

Addition

Whole-home remodel

Glendale, CA

18 Weeks

$140K to $175K

Full remodel

Garage conversion ADU

Burbank, CA

16 Weeks

$120K to $150K

ADU

Open-plan kitchen

Santa Monica, CA

10 Weeks

$70K to $95K

Kitchen

Primary bath remodel

Long Beach, CA

6 Weeks

$35K to $50K

Bathroom

Backyard ADU

Los Angeles, CA

22 Weeks

$180K to $210K

ADU

Second-story addition

Pasadena, CA

20 Weeks

$150K to $190K

Addition

Whole-home remodel

Glendale, CA

18 Weeks

$140K to $175K

Full remodel

Garage conversion ADU

Burbank, CA

16 Weeks

$120K to $150K

ADU

Open-plan kitchen

Santa Monica, CA

10 Weeks

$70K to $95K

Kitchen

Primary bath remodel

Long Beach, CA

6 Weeks

$35K to $50K

Bathroom

(05) Reviews

What homeowners say.

What homeowners say.

  • A fixed price up front, weekly photo updates, and our ADU finished on schedule.

    Maria S.

    ADU

  • Our second story went up while we stayed in the house. The crew was tidy and the permit paperwork was handled for us.

    James T.

    Addition

  • Kitchen, floors and both bathrooms under one contract. The schedule held and the final walkthrough list was short.

    Priya N.

    Full remodel

  • They opened up the wall between the kitchen and living room and the room now feels twice the size. Very clear about costs along the way.

    Daniel R.

    Kitchen

  • Our bathroom was done in six weeks and the tile work is spotless. They cleaned up every day.

    Ana L.

    Bathroom

  • The garage conversion took a bit longer than first quoted because of an inspection delay, but they kept us informed and the result is great.

    Tom W.

    Other

  • A fixed price up front, weekly photo updates, and our ADU finished on schedule.

    Maria S.

    ADU

  • Our second story went up while we stayed in the house. The crew was tidy and the permit paperwork was handled for us.

    James T.

    Addition

  • Kitchen, floors and both bathrooms under one contract. The schedule held and the final walkthrough list was short.

    Priya N.

    Full remodel

  • They opened up the wall between the kitchen and living room and the room now feels twice the size. Very clear about costs along the way.

    Daniel R.

    Kitchen

  • Our bathroom was done in six weeks and the tile work is spotless. They cleaned up every day.

    Ana L.

    Bathroom

  • The garage conversion took a bit longer than first quoted because of an inspection delay, but they kept us informed and the result is great.

    Tom W.

    Other

(06) Service area

Where we build

Los Angeles, Pasadena, Glendale, Burbank, Santa Monica, Long Beach and the surrounding LA County cities

Not sure you're in our area? Ask us.

(07) FAQ

Questions homeowners ask first

Questions homeowners ask first

How much does it cost?

ADUs in Los Angeles usually run $160K to $300K, additions $140K to $280K and full remodels $100K to $250K. Size, site and finishes move the price. We give a written quote after a free site visit.

How long does it take?

Typically 16 to 32 weeks from a signed contract, depending on the project. Permits are the part we can’t control.

Do I need a permit?

Almost always yes for ADUs and additions. We prepare and file it with your city or county.

What does the warranty cover?

5 years on our workmanship. Manufacturer warranties pass to you.

Can I finance it?

Many clients use a home equity loan or a renovation loan. We can point you to lenders. We don't give financial advice.

(08) Free quote

Get your quote

Tell us about your project. We reply within 1 business day.

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