ADU maintenance is the ongoing care of an accessory dwelling unit’s structure, systems, and finishes to
Utility hookups make or break an ADU budget, and separate metering is the decision that shapes
An ADU in California typically costs $150,000 to $400,000 to build, depending on size, type, and
Parking is the single most misunderstood part of ADU planning, and it stops more projects at
Fiber cement siding lasts 30 to 50 years and resists fire, rot, and pests better than
The finishes inside an accessory dwelling unit determine whether it feels like a cramped afterthought or
An ADU with smart storage feels twice its actual size. The difference between a cramped accessory
A well-designed ADU kitchen fits real cooking habits into 100 to 300 square feet without feeling
Good insulation is the difference between an ADU that costs $40 a month to heat and
Wood framing remains the most common structural method for California ADUs, but steel and panelized systems
