LA ADU contractors
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Hand-curated list of LA-area ADU design-build firms. We're not paid by any of them. Always verify their CSLB license is current at cslb.ca.gov before signing.
Abodu
prefab installerLA County · Bay Area · est. 2018
Factory-built ADUs delivered to your backyard. Three sizes (studio/1BR/2BR). Best for buyers who want certainty over customization.
- Typical price
- $190K–$330K turnkey
- Focus
- Detached, Prefab
- •Bundles plan + manufacture + install
- •ADU3/4/5 LADBS pre-approved
- •Fast install once site prep is done (1–2 days set)
Cottage
conciergeLos Angeles · Bay Area · est. 2020
Concierge ADU platform — they manage everything end-to-end. Best for homeowners who want one company in charge of design through occupancy.
- Typical price
- $130K–$280K all-in
- Focus
- Detached, Attached, Garage conversion
- •Concierge platform: design + permits + contractor matching
- •Single point of contact through entire build
- •Active LA market presence
Snap ADU
design buildGreater Los Angeles · San Diego · est. 2018
Design-build firm specializing in ADUs across SoCal. Standardized model approach keeps pricing transparent.
- Typical price
- $150K–$300K
- Focus
- Detached, Attached
- •Standardized models for predictable pricing
- •In-house permitting team
- •Multiple completed LA projects
Village Homes
design buildLos Angeles · South Bay · Westside · est. 2019
LA-based ADU design-build firm. Both stick-built and modular options. Strong in Westside / South Bay neighborhoods.
- Typical price
- $160K–$320K
- Focus
- Detached, Attached, Garage conversion
- •LA-focused
- •Custom + modular options
- •In-house design team
Maxable
conciergeCalifornia (matches local contractors) · est. 2018
Marketplace-style platform that matches homeowners with vetted local ADU contractors. Manages the bidding + selection process.
- Typical price
- Varies — depends on matched contractor
- Focus
- Detached, Attached, Jadu, Garage conversion
- •Matches you with vetted local contractors
- •Free feasibility consultation
- •Manages bidding process for you
Anchored Tiny Homes
design buildGreater Los Angeles · California · est. 2018
Design-build firm specializing in detached ADUs and tiny homes. Standardized models keep pricing predictable.
- Typical price
- $120K–$280K
- Focus
- Detached, Prefab
- •Standardized small-footprint models
- •Strong financing partnerships
- •Multi-state operation
LA ADU Pro
design buildGreater Los Angeles
LA-specialized ADU design-build firm. Permit-experienced team that knows LADBS process well.
- Typical price
- $150K–$300K
- Focus
- Detached, Attached, Garage conversion
- •LA-only specialization
- •Handles permits in-house
Homestead ADU
design buildGreater Los Angeles · est. 2019
Design-build covering all ADU types. Good fit for owners exploring multiple options.
- Typical price
- $140K–$280K
- Focus
- Detached, Attached, Jadu, Garage conversion
- •Full ADU type coverage
- •Streamlined permitting
Yardspaces
design buildGreater Los Angeles · Orange County · est. 2017
ADU and backyard-office specialist. Pre-designed models make pricing transparent and timeline predictable.
- Typical price
- $160K–$300K
- Focus
- Detached, Prefab
- •Pre-designed model lineup
- •Backyard office variants too
Studio Shed
prefab installerCalifornia-wide · DIY shipping · est. 2008
Modular prefab kits from Colorado. Best for owner-builders or homeowners with a trusted GC. Lower price point but more involvement required.
- Typical price
- $60K–$200K (kit + install)
- Focus
- Detached, Prefab
- •Modular kit system shipped flat-packed
- •DIY-installable for handy owners
- •Owner-builder friendly
United Dwelling
design buildGreater Los Angeles · est. 2018
LA ADU design-build firm with two LADBS pre-approved standard plans. Strong local track record.
- Typical price
- $130K–$250K
- Focus
- Detached, Attached, Garage conversion
- •ADU29/30 LADBS pre-approved
- •LA-focused ADU specialist
- •Variety of designs from compact to large
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