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Accessory dwelling units (ADU) in san Diego’s North County

Thinking About an ADU?
Whether you want to increase your living space, find a multi-generational housing solution, or secure rental income, an accessory dwelling unit can make it happen. As a boutique design-build contractor, our Specialty Home Improvement experts will tailor-make your ADU solution to maximize functionality, comfort, and value.

All About Accessory Dwelling Units
Accessory dwelling units, also known as granny flats, are self-contained living spaces on residential properties. Most commonly, ADUs are brand-new construction projects or conversions of detached garages and are typically between 750 and 1,200 square feet. Because they are highly customizable housing solutions, they`'re used in a variety of ways, including:

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What to Expect When You Choose Specialty Home Improvement
Our personal, custom design and build process is designed to ensure accuracy, quality, and efficiency on your ADU project. In a nutshell, here’s what to expect:

- On-site meeting to discuss the project's scope, wish list, and feasibility.
- Preliminary research of property records for setbacks, easements, or other property issues that may affect the project.

- In-house, full-color CAD architectural design development of the project and spaces affected by the renovation.
- Generate plans, engineering details, energy reports, and other documents for permits.
- Written scope of work, perform trade walks, tender bids, and compile project estimate.
- Review plans, drawings, budget, schedule, and other information with you.

- On approved budget estimate, submit project plans and details to the municipality for approval.
- While waiting on permits, we use this time to begin specifying and ordering finishing products and selecting items needed.

- Upon permit issuance, create a detailed schedule and begin production and construction of the project.
- Activate the project in our online project management system and give you access.
- Hands-on project management, inspections, and ongoing collaboration with you.

- We don't leave your home until every detail meets our strict standards for quality.

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What Sets Us Apart
For a truly extraordinary ADU experience, look no further than Specialty Home Improvement.
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