Yes — long-term rentals are allowed in San Diego. Many homeowners use their ADU for steady rental income, while others keep it for family. Fabrick builds ADUs to meet code so you can rent with confidence.
Yes. San Diego requires permits for all ADUs. The process can feel overwhelming, but Fabrick handles permits, approvals, and inspections for you, ensuring your project stays stress-free and on schedule.
From start to finish, an ADU project can take several months. Timelines depend on design, permits, and site conditions. With Fabrick’s proven process, we keep your project moving smoothly from plans to move-in day.
An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a small home on your property — often a detached backyard cottage, garage conversion, or an attached suite. In San Diego, ADUs are one of the smartest ways to add living space, generate rental income, and boost property value. Homeowners love them for multigenerational living or creating passive income.
ADU costs vary depending on size, design, and finishes. In San Diego, most homeowners budget six figures for a complete, rental-ready ADU. The good news? Fabrick offers transparent pricing and tailored options, so you’ll know exactly what your ADU will cost before we break ground.
Are you licensed and insured? Have you built ADUs in San Diego before? How do you handle scheduling and budgets? Fabrick is proud to answer “yes” to all of the above.
Look for a licensed, insured contractor with ADU experience in San Diego. Fabrick specializes in ADUs — we know the local rules, the inspectors, and the best ways to maximize your space.
Once permits are approved, it’s time to select a trusted contractor. Fabrick steps in to coordinate construction, schedule inspections, and bring your ADU to life on time and on budget.
Costs depend on the scope, but garage conversions are typically less expensive than building a new detached ADU. Fabrick provides upfront pricing and a clear plan so there are no surprises.
Absolutely. Adding permitted living space almost always boosts resale value. A garage ADU also gives you the flexibility of extra income or guest space today and higher equity tomorrow.
Yes. Garage conversions are a popular, affordable way to create an ADU in San Diego. Fabrick makes sure your project is code-compliant and rental-ready.
The best upgrades for a garage ADU are durable flooring, efficient heating and cooling, high-quality windows, and space-saving kitchen designs. Fabrick guides you on finishes that make your ADU feel like home.
Fabrick manages the entire inspection process by coordinating with the city and preparing the site for approval, so your project passes smoothly without headaches.
Delays often come from changes, back-ordered materials, or poor coordination. Fabrick avoids delays by finalizing selections up front, ordering materials early, and staying on top of inspections.
Choose a contractor who has experience with garage conversions in San Diego and understands the permitting process. Fabrick has completed many successful garage ADUs and provides a seamless experience.
Many homeowners use home equity loans, HELOCs, or ADU financing programs. Fabrick works with lenders familiar with ADUs to help make your project possible.
Not always. If you already have plans, Fabrick can build directly from them. If you don’t, we can connect you with trusted designers and guide you through the process.
A home addition expands your main house. An ADU is a self-contained unit with its own kitchen and living space. Fabrick builds both, helping you decide which option best fits your family and budget.
Yes, Fabrick regularly builds from city-approved plan sets created by outside architects. We take the approved drawings, manage the permitting process, and handle construction from start to finish so you can move forward confidently.
Contractors usually price additions based on your finalized drawings and specifications. This can be a fixed price contract or a cost-plus arrangement. Fabrick provides transparent pricing so you know what is included, what allowances are set, and how changes will be handled.
The most common risks are hidden conditions, unexpected utility work, and scope changes once construction is underway. Fabrick minimizes these risks with careful planning, upfront selections, and proactive communication throughout the build.
Fabrick partners closely with your architect by reviewing drawings, submitting materials for approval, and keeping open lines of communication. This ensures your project stays true to the design intent while meeting code and budget requirements.
Because you want a builder who specializes in ADUs and additions in San Diego, delivers on time and on budget, handles permits, inspections, and approvals, and stands behind their work with a quality guarantee.
Choose a contractor with local experience, licenses, insurance, and happy clients. Fabrick has a strong reputation in San Diego for quality, transparency, and service.
We don't handle permitting as of now, but will help you connect to a top-tier, highly experienced design firm if you don't already have one.
