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Avatar for Renovate Construction, LLC
Renovate Construction, LLC
1523 NW Ballard Way
5.00(
13
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Approved Pro
Renovate Construction, LLC
1523 NW Ballard Way
5.00(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 local quotes requested

Renovate Design/Build is a woman-owned family business servicing the Greater Seattle Area. Each person on our team is an integral part of our company's success, providing excellent service and beautifully finished remodel projects for our clients. As a small business, every job is important to our team at Renovate - you are never just a number. Please call us today for a free consultation!

"We worked with Renovate from August 2024 through April 2025. Our experience was exceptional. Ross, Eric, and Jeremiah were efficient and effective, treating our project with great care. The Renovate team stands out in several ways: - Their pricing is transparent. We paid an hourly cost and subcontractor costs, plus a fixed mark-up, which aligned incentives. Amanda provided receipts and timesheets regularly. - They have superb attention to detail. They pointed out issues we might have missed and ensured they were fixed. - They were super responsive, encouraging us to text or email any time and often responding quickly. They kept us updated on the timeline and explained any delays. - They have a strong client focus. They addressed subcontractor errors quickly and reminded us to ask for what we wanted, even if non-standard. They provided recommendations but let us make the final decisions. We highly recommend the Renovate team. For our more detailed review, see Google."

Mark V on May 2025

Renovate Design/Build is a woman-owned family business servicing the Greater Seattle Area. Each person on our team is an integral part of our company's success, providing excellent service and beautifully finished remodel projects for our clients. As a small business, every job is important to our team at Renovate - you are never just a number. Please call us today for a free consultation!

"We worked with Renovate from August 2024 through April 2025. Our experience was exceptional. Ross, Eric, and Jeremiah were efficient and effective, treating our project with great care. The Renovate team stands out in several ways: - Their pricing is transparent. We paid an hourly cost and subcontractor costs, plus a fixed mark-up, which aligned incentives. Amanda provided receipts and timesheets regularly. - They have superb attention to detail. They pointed out issues we might have missed and ensured they were fixed. - They were super responsive, encouraging us to text or email any time and often responding quickly. They kept us updated on the timeline and explained any delays. - They have a strong client focus. They addressed subcontractor errors quickly and reminded us to ask for what we wanted, even if non-standard. They provided recommendations but let us make the final decisions. We highly recommend the Renovate team. For our more detailed review, see Google."

Mark V on May 2025


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Northwest Flooring & Bathroom
5.00(
1
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Northwest Flooring & Bathroom
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
255 local quotes requested

We are an experienced contractor, we specialize in bathroom and kitchen remodels, tile installations, and flooring

"We LOVE our backslash! Sergio was professional, polite and very intuitive. He listened to our vision and created just that. Great craftsmanship and attention to detail. Will definitely hire him again for future projects."

Janai I on April 2024

We are an experienced contractor, we specialize in bathroom and kitchen remodels, tile installations, and flooring

"We LOVE our backslash! Sergio was professional, polite and very intuitive. He listened to our vision and created just that. Great craftsmanship and attention to detail. Will definitely hire him again for future projects."

Janai I on April 2024


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Luxury Bath of Seattle Inc
18388 REDMOND WAY
4.42(
60
)
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Luxury Bath of Seattle Inc
18388 REDMOND WAY
4.42(
60
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1338 local quotes requested
24 years of experience

Are you looking for home improvement or bathroom remodeling advice? Luxury Bath is privately owned and been in business for over 15 years. It is the number one trusted resource for customers looking to update their bathroom or have a complete bathroom remodel. If you’re wanting advice on how to make your bathroom larger, how to remodel on a budget, or even looking for a local bathroom remodeler, Luxury Bath has the answers to all your remodeling questions. Open showroom available in Redmond too!!!!

"The people at Luxury Bath were knowledgeable about what would fit our space and needs. They helped with the planning and placement of the shower, window, cupboards, and bidet in our complete bathroom remodel. Their quote was very reasonable. They were able to do each of the jobs without hiring an outside contractor. They were very timely, committed to our project from start to finish. We were able to do the major renovation within two weeks. The workers were very courteous, friendly, and were able to answer questions we had. They gave us the present of a beautiful new bathroom, satisfying. Our needs is aging adults."

Janet J on March 2025

Are you looking for home improvement or bathroom remodeling advice? Luxury Bath is privately owned and been in business for over 15 years. It is the number one trusted resource for customers looking to update their bathroom or have a complete bathroom remodel. If you’re wanting advice on how to make your bathroom larger, how to remodel on a budget, or even looking for a local bathroom remodeler, Luxury Bath has the answers to all your remodeling questions. Open showroom available in Redmond too!!!!

"The people at Luxury Bath were knowledgeable about what would fit our space and needs. They helped with the planning and placement of the shower, window, cupboards, and bidet in our complete bathroom remodel. Their quote was very reasonable. They were able to do each of the jobs without hiring an outside contractor. They were very timely, committed to our project from start to finish. We were able to do the major renovation within two weeks. The workers were very courteous, friendly, and were able to answer questions we had. They gave us the present of a beautiful new bathroom, satisfying. Our needs is aging adults."

Janet J on March 2025


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Green Spaces Landscaping LLC
7822 178th Pl NE
4.50(
122
)
Approved Pro
Green Spaces Landscaping LLC
7822 178th Pl NE
4.50(
122
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
172 local quotes requested
27 years of experience

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As a steward of our outdoor environment we understand the important role we play. We ensure our work minimizes maintenance, water usage, material transportation, and waste. These principals guide all of our practices to ensure that the air, water, and soils are protected and enhanced. Our firm was founded years ago by Ryan Sarvis to create a turn-key landscaping company that could deliver the highest quality spaces with excellent communication and service to our clients. Ryan has an unrelenting love and passion for landscaping as a 3rd generation landscaper. His devotion to excellence in all areas of the client experience reverberates through all levels of our team. Our founding principles endure today and are at the heart of our operations. We use our in-house carpenters, stone masons, lighting/irrigation tech, and other landscaping craftsmen to ensure the best quality work that is implemented in a timely manner. By avoiding multiple subcontractors, we seamlessly complete projects that require multiple disciplines or facets without delays. Our craftsmen have been trained in the "Green Spaces Way". These sets of standards allow us to stand confidently behind our work with an industry best five-year warranty. Our multiple awards from 425 magazine, Angie's List, Houzz, and local industry groups are testaments to our diligence for the highest quality work and client satisfaction. Our reviews from various sites speak to the service that you should expect when investing in your home's outdoor space. Please contact our design team to learn all about the potential your outdoor space holds.

"The work they did is top notch, I love our patio and couldn't be happier with what they've done with the space. They did a lot of work for us over two months to build a patio and beautiful back yard. We love it. That said, our home is a 70+ year old house in Magnolia with concrete pipes. A year or so after they did the work we had a backup. After the plumbers came out they found that a section of the piping had been crushed by a large rock that had been set while they were regrading the area. The repairs were ~15k all said and done then. I contacted Ryan and he looked into their insurance covering it and they weren't going to do it out of pocket. I value my time more than money and I let it go, and Ryan had some guys come out and fix the area that had to be torn up for free, least they can do. Well after they were done the plumbers spotted another crushed section that lined up and should be 'okay'. Fast forward a year, it wasn't we had another backup. They cleared it and we just had it fixed with another 5k bill. Ryan had said they wouldn't do it for free but 'hours and material'. They didn't give me a quote I shrugged and assumed it would be a mornings worth of work. They came out and spent two days, and they just handed me a bill for another $3200, to clean up after damage they caused and I'm paying for."

Chris W on April 2024

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As a steward of our outdoor environment we understand the important role we play. We ensure our work minimizes maintenance, water usage, material transportation, and waste. These principals guide all of our practices to ensure that the air, water, and soils are protected and enhanced. Our firm was founded years ago by Ryan Sarvis to create a turn-key landscaping company that could deliver the highest quality spaces with excellent communication and service to our clients. Ryan has an unrelenting love and passion for landscaping as a 3rd generation landscaper. His devotion to excellence in all areas of the client experience reverberates through all levels of our team. Our founding principles endure today and are at the heart of our operations. We use our in-house carpenters, stone masons, lighting/irrigation tech, and other landscaping craftsmen to ensure the best quality work that is implemented in a timely manner. By avoiding multiple subcontractors, we seamlessly complete projects that require multiple disciplines or facets without delays. Our craftsmen have been trained in the "Green Spaces Way". These sets of standards allow us to stand confidently behind our work with an industry best five-year warranty. Our multiple awards from 425 magazine, Angie's List, Houzz, and local industry groups are testaments to our diligence for the highest quality work and client satisfaction. Our reviews from various sites speak to the service that you should expect when investing in your home's outdoor space. Please contact our design team to learn all about the potential your outdoor space holds.

"The work they did is top notch, I love our patio and couldn't be happier with what they've done with the space. They did a lot of work for us over two months to build a patio and beautiful back yard. We love it. That said, our home is a 70+ year old house in Magnolia with concrete pipes. A year or so after they did the work we had a backup. After the plumbers came out they found that a section of the piping had been crushed by a large rock that had been set while they were regrading the area. The repairs were ~15k all said and done then. I contacted Ryan and he looked into their insurance covering it and they weren't going to do it out of pocket. I value my time more than money and I let it go, and Ryan had some guys come out and fix the area that had to be torn up for free, least they can do. Well after they were done the plumbers spotted another crushed section that lined up and should be 'okay'. Fast forward a year, it wasn't we had another backup. They cleared it and we just had it fixed with another 5k bill. Ryan had said they wouldn't do it for free but 'hours and material'. They didn't give me a quote I shrugged and assumed it would be a mornings worth of work. They came out and spent two days, and they just handed me a bill for another $3200, to clean up after damage they caused and I'm paying for."

Chris W on April 2024


Avatar for AllPro Remodeling Specialists LLC.
AllPro Remodeling Specialists LLC.
7727 Tyee Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
AllPro Remodeling Specialists LLC.
7727 Tyee Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
798 local quotes requested

AllPro Remodeling Specialists, LLC has the experience and knowledge necessary to make sure that your project is completed on time with quality service and workmanship. We will help you design your new space and we strive to complete each project on time and at or under budget. Our years of experience have given us the knowledge and skills needed to accomplish this from day one and throughout the duration of the project. Your satisfaction is important to us. Let us show you the difference true professionalism can mean to you. We are a family owned business and we want everything to be done 110%. It's all about the customer and what you want, plain and simple. Positive attitudes, responsible, reliable, fast and perfect! If you want professional work, positive attitudes, strive for perfection, clean work places, fast work and caring contractors, then you want us to do your work!

"Allpro/Shawn and crew did a couple of full house repair/remodel jobs for me with excellent results. Hard working, creative, honest!!!"

Don L on March 2024

AllPro Remodeling Specialists, LLC has the experience and knowledge necessary to make sure that your project is completed on time with quality service and workmanship. We will help you design your new space and we strive to complete each project on time and at or under budget. Our years of experience have given us the knowledge and skills needed to accomplish this from day one and throughout the duration of the project. Your satisfaction is important to us. Let us show you the difference true professionalism can mean to you. We are a family owned business and we want everything to be done 110%. It's all about the customer and what you want, plain and simple. Positive attitudes, responsible, reliable, fast and perfect! If you want professional work, positive attitudes, strive for perfection, clean work places, fast work and caring contractors, then you want us to do your work!

"Allpro/Shawn and crew did a couple of full house repair/remodel jobs for me with excellent results. Hard working, creative, honest!!!"

Don L on March 2024


Avatar for RICCON CONSTRUCTION LLC
RICCON CONSTRUCTION LLC
16821 72ND AVE NE
4.37(
19
)
Approved Pro
RICCON CONSTRUCTION LLC
16821 72ND AVE NE
4.37(
19
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
536 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

Riccon Construction LLC is a Licensed & Insured General Contractor serving King & Snohomish County. We serve both residential and commercial customers and are listed with the Better Business Bureau. We offer quality craftsmanship at an affordable cost and treat every customer like family. We provide free estimates and are happy to meet you in person to discuss your next project.

"Fast, efficient and high quality workmanship. Jeff, Jon and their team were highly communicative and knowledgeable about our home remodel project. Will definitely be using them again!"

Bella K on February 2024

Riccon Construction LLC is a Licensed & Insured General Contractor serving King & Snohomish County. We serve both residential and commercial customers and are listed with the Better Business Bureau. We offer quality craftsmanship at an affordable cost and treat every customer like family. We provide free estimates and are happy to meet you in person to discuss your next project.

"Fast, efficient and high quality workmanship. Jeff, Jon and their team were highly communicative and knowledgeable about our home remodel project. Will definitely be using them again!"

Bella K on February 2024


Avatar for Classic Remodeling NW Inc
Classic Remodeling NW Inc
9502 19th Ave SE
4.54(
41
)
Approved Pro
Classic Remodeling NW Inc
9502 19th Ave SE
4.54(
41
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
322 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

At Classic Remodeling NW. Inc. our mission is to build lifelong family relationships with our clients, co-workers and community neighborhoods through the remodeling process. Our guiding principles are those of commitment, honesty and personal accountability through a high level of communication and respect for one another. We can build or remodel any part of your house to make your dreams come true! Communication is a tool we use every day to make sure we know what you want. We keep your home neat and clean the entire time we are working and make sure that your satisfied. With Classic Remodeling NW Inc., you are not just a customer, you are family. Our team gets to know you personally so we can make sure your dream will come to life and you will be more than satisfied with the results, and the cost! We build our team on "Honesty, Ethics, and Morals". Let us show you the Classic Remodeling NW Inc. difference!

"I am a repeat customer, so I knew the carpenter, Joe, coming in. I started by using their design contractor. I gave her the colors and ideas (beach theme, ceramic wood-look floor tiles), and she pulled the rest together. Invaluable because I can't trust my own taste. They removed a square shower in the corner and a set of shelves next to it, and glassed in that end of the room for a full shower. We put tile down along the whole room, with a recessed shower pan, and a linear drain against the wall. Joe built-in medicine cabinets, and trim all around the room, per my design pictures. The subs included a glass door guy, the plumber, the tiler, painter, and the countertop slab tiler. We also had some work done in our hallway. They removed the single boob light from the middle, and installed two recessed lights on either end, along with putting two switch boxes on either end of the hallway. Joe built a floor to ceiling cabinet in a 13” dead space at the end of the hallway, which included a laundry hamper on tracks, cubbies, and shelves. And then on a whim, I asked to have our old hallway linen cupboard doors replaced to match the new ones. We had two leaks during and after, but one reason I would use them again, is how they handled both times. One was a leak from the plug on the toilet supply. We found it on a Saturday morning, and I ended up waking up our carpenter with my text. He came out and figured it out and fixed it by 1. The other one was after everything was done and cleaned up, and we had paid for everything. The basement bathroom ceiling, fan, and wall below the master was wet one day, and we realized a joint in the pipe from the master toilet to the stack was slowly dripping between the two rooms. I texted Joe again, and he referred me to our GC, who came out with a plumber and fixed it. They had to make a hole in the downstairs drywall, so he has been coming back regularly to put three layers of mud on the new drywall. I was so sure that they would regretfully find that it wasn't their fault and we would have to deal with the cost and bother of finding a plumber and carpenter. Start to finish, it took about four months, but three weeks of that was the initial tile order, and another three for an incorrect tile order."

JOELLE B on March 2019

At Classic Remodeling NW. Inc. our mission is to build lifelong family relationships with our clients, co-workers and community neighborhoods through the remodeling process. Our guiding principles are those of commitment, honesty and personal accountability through a high level of communication and respect for one another. We can build or remodel any part of your house to make your dreams come true! Communication is a tool we use every day to make sure we know what you want. We keep your home neat and clean the entire time we are working and make sure that your satisfied. With Classic Remodeling NW Inc., you are not just a customer, you are family. Our team gets to know you personally so we can make sure your dream will come to life and you will be more than satisfied with the results, and the cost! We build our team on "Honesty, Ethics, and Morals". Let us show you the Classic Remodeling NW Inc. difference!

"I am a repeat customer, so I knew the carpenter, Joe, coming in. I started by using their design contractor. I gave her the colors and ideas (beach theme, ceramic wood-look floor tiles), and she pulled the rest together. Invaluable because I can't trust my own taste. They removed a square shower in the corner and a set of shelves next to it, and glassed in that end of the room for a full shower. We put tile down along the whole room, with a recessed shower pan, and a linear drain against the wall. Joe built-in medicine cabinets, and trim all around the room, per my design pictures. The subs included a glass door guy, the plumber, the tiler, painter, and the countertop slab tiler. We also had some work done in our hallway. They removed the single boob light from the middle, and installed two recessed lights on either end, along with putting two switch boxes on either end of the hallway. Joe built a floor to ceiling cabinet in a 13” dead space at the end of the hallway, which included a laundry hamper on tracks, cubbies, and shelves. And then on a whim, I asked to have our old hallway linen cupboard doors replaced to match the new ones. We had two leaks during and after, but one reason I would use them again, is how they handled both times. One was a leak from the plug on the toilet supply. We found it on a Saturday morning, and I ended up waking up our carpenter with my text. He came out and figured it out and fixed it by 1. The other one was after everything was done and cleaned up, and we had paid for everything. The basement bathroom ceiling, fan, and wall below the master was wet one day, and we realized a joint in the pipe from the master toilet to the stack was slowly dripping between the two rooms. I texted Joe again, and he referred me to our GC, who came out with a plumber and fixed it. They had to make a hole in the downstairs drywall, so he has been coming back regularly to put three layers of mud on the new drywall. I was so sure that they would regretfully find that it wasn't their fault and we would have to deal with the cost and bother of finding a plumber and carpenter. Start to finish, it took about four months, but three weeks of that was the initial tile order, and another three for an incorrect tile order."

JOELLE B on March 2019


Johnson and Sons Construction
6618 Marine View Dr
4.93(
97
)
Approved Pro
Johnson and Sons Construction
6618 Marine View Dr
4.93(
97
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
639 local quotes requested

We are a family owned & locally operated general construction / remodel company with over 60 combined years in the industry. Although we are general contractors and can do everything, we specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling. We have found that through proper communication and great listening our customers are more at ease and comfortable from beginning to end. It is our pleasure to provide top service in design assistance, material decisions, planning, demo and project completion. We go out of our way to uniquely tailor our service to each of our customers needs, wants and desires. We realize our customers invite us into their homes to provide the best service possible and we don't stop until we have done our best to help our customers turn their dreams into a reality. Thank you kindly for taking the time to look into Johnson and Sons Construction, LLC. We look forward to the opportunity to serve!

"Vic and his company did an outstanding job on our bathroom remodel. He kept us up-to-date on work schedule and needs. His knowledge of permits, modern styles, and timelines were a great help in the beginning. When we had some additional work needing to be done, his contacts worked out great, and kept us on schedule."

Steve C on February 2025

We are a family owned & locally operated general construction / remodel company with over 60 combined years in the industry. Although we are general contractors and can do everything, we specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling. We have found that through proper communication and great listening our customers are more at ease and comfortable from beginning to end. It is our pleasure to provide top service in design assistance, material decisions, planning, demo and project completion. We go out of our way to uniquely tailor our service to each of our customers needs, wants and desires. We realize our customers invite us into their homes to provide the best service possible and we don't stop until we have done our best to help our customers turn their dreams into a reality. Thank you kindly for taking the time to look into Johnson and Sons Construction, LLC. We look forward to the opportunity to serve!

"Vic and his company did an outstanding job on our bathroom remodel. He kept us up-to-date on work schedule and needs. His knowledge of permits, modern styles, and timelines were a great help in the beginning. When we had some additional work needing to be done, his contacts worked out great, and kept us on schedule."

Steve C on February 2025


Cedarbrook Construction, LLC
721 Avenue D
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Cedarbrook Construction, LLC
721 Avenue D
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
251 local quotes requested

Cedarbrook Construction, LLC - Your trusted remodeling experts in Seattle. Transform your kitchen and bathroom with our top-notch craftsmanship. Contact us today for a stunning home makeover!

"CJ and his team were great! They showed up on time and did an excellent job laying down tarps and cleaning up at the end of each day so that the rest of the house didn’t become a mess. The tile turned out beautifully! I enjoy it everyday ❤️"

Stephanie L on August 2022

Cedarbrook Construction, LLC - Your trusted remodeling experts in Seattle. Transform your kitchen and bathroom with our top-notch craftsmanship. Contact us today for a stunning home makeover!

"CJ and his team were great! They showed up on time and did an excellent job laying down tarps and cleaning up at the end of each day so that the rest of the house didn’t become a mess. The tile turned out beautifully! I enjoy it everyday ❤️"

Stephanie L on August 2022


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GMG CONSTRUCTION, INC.
23210 57th Ave W
4.33(
75
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Approved Pro
GMG CONSTRUCTION, INC.
23210 57th Ave W
4.33(
75
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
496 local quotes requested
27 years of experience

We are a full-service, custom, complete home improvement, remodeling and renovation specialist contractor, based in Seattle. GMG Construction has been providing general contracting services for nearly two decades in Seattle and the surrounding areas. By combining innovative design, unsurpassed craftsmanship and a personal approach to each project, we help our clients create the home of their dreams.

"An appropriate replacement stair was provided and carefully installed. The politeness and courtesy of the skilled installers was simply outstanding. The custom work in fitting the stairs to the existing attic opening was a marvel of workmanship. The cleanup of the area was extremely thorough. We would hire GMG again without hesitation. We highly recommend!"

Clark S on February 2021

We are a full-service, custom, complete home improvement, remodeling and renovation specialist contractor, based in Seattle. GMG Construction has been providing general contracting services for nearly two decades in Seattle and the surrounding areas. By combining innovative design, unsurpassed craftsmanship and a personal approach to each project, we help our clients create the home of their dreams.

"An appropriate replacement stair was provided and carefully installed. The politeness and courtesy of the skilled installers was simply outstanding. The custom work in fitting the stairs to the existing attic opening was a marvel of workmanship. The cleanup of the area was extremely thorough. We would hire GMG again without hesitation. We highly recommend!"

Clark S on February 2021

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Guest house building services FAQs

In most states, yes—you can build a guest house, but every city or county sets its own zoning rules and building codes. Before breaking ground, check local ordinances, confirm lot setbacks, and secure the right permits. A local contractor or design-build firm can walk you through the paperwork and site requirements so your project starts on solid legal footing.

Yes—homeowners often tap a few different financing tools. A home-equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow against your equity as you need funds. If you prefer a lump sum tied directly to the project, a short-term construction loan can roll into a second mortgage once the build is complete. Cash-out refinancing is another option: you replace your current mortgage with a larger one and use the difference to cover construction costs.

When you build a guest house, you’re creating a separate structure for hosting visitors without the full amenities needed for permanent living. An accessory dwelling unit, however, includes a complete kitchen and bathroom, meeting building codes for a long-term residence. This key difference makes an ADU ideal for long-term occupancy or rental income, adding enduring value to your property.

How many rooms you need depends on how you plan to use the space. Aim for one bedroom per every one or two occupants to make sure everyone has enough privacy and comfort. Added living and dining areas give you extra functionality, especially for rental use or long-term stays.

Most homeowners pick somewhere between 600 and 1,500 square feet to fit all the essentials. Make sure your design supports one to two occupants per bedroom and includes enough common areas for comfortable daily living. A well-proportioned layout boosts both functionality and property value.

No—a guest house isn’t just a bump-out on your main home. A bump-out is a small extension within an existing room for extra seating or storage. In contrast, you build a guest house as a standalone building with its own foundation and amenities, giving you a fully separate living area that can boost your property’s versatility and value.

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