ADU Builders
Turn your unused backyard or empty space into income-producing square footage. Whether for long-term rental income, multigenerational living, or added property value, each detached ADU build is structured for performance and ROI.
Your One-Stop Shop San Diego ADU Builders
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The most predictable way to build an ADU
Feasibility-first planning.
Locally based in San Diego.
Family-owned ADU company.
100% focused on ADUs, it's all we do.
One accountable team: design, permit, build.
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San Diego’s easiest path to an ADU
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Floor Plans
Start with some inspiration
When it comes to building an ADU, a guest house, or a custom design — a little inspiration goes a long way. Here are just a few of our favorite pre-designed ADU floor plans to showcase the possibilities.
Torrey Pine
- 1192
- 3 Bed
- 2 Bath
Sequoia
- 1020
- 3 Bed
- 2 Bath
Teak
- 749
- 2 Bed
- 2 Bath
Bamboo
- 400
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
Mahogany
- 1200
- 3 Bed
- 2 Bath
THE BETTER PLACE DIFFERENCE
A smarter way
to build an ADU
Building an Accessory Dwelling Unit is a major investment. Most mistakes happen before construction even begins. We’ve engineered a process that removes uncertainty early, protects your money, and keeps you fully informed from start to finish.
Feasibility-first process
No guesswork. No assumptions. Only verified buildability.
One accountable team
Dedicated Project Manager and clear ownership from day one.
Full project visibility
No chasing updates, real-time visibility.
Pay for progress
You pay for verified work, not promises.
No surprise costs
We price on verified facts, not guesses. Clarity at every step
Each phase is documented and defined.We Build Across San Diego County
At Better Place Design & Build, we’re the top-ranked ADU company in San Diego County, offering full design, permit, and build services. We specialize in Accessory Dwelling Units, garage conversions, and room additions across Bonita, Carlsbad, Carmel Valley, Chula Vista, Coronado, El Cajon, Escondido, Imperial Beach, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, Mission Valley, National City, Oceanside, Poway, Rancho Santa Fe, San Marcos, Santee, Solana Beach, Spring Valley, Vista, and nearby areas. Wherever you are in San Diego County, we’re here to bring your ADU project to life.
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We turn innovative designs into remarkable spaces
OUR SERVICES
Building better in San Diego
Whether it's an Accessory Dwelling Unit, a garage conversion, or a room addition, our proven design-build process takes you from start to finish. It transforms every square foot into lasting value and comfort for homeowners in San Diego.
Garage Conversions
Turn underused garage space into livable space while minimizing construction costs. Whether designed for rental income or extended family living, our team manages the permitting process and handles local regulations from start to finish.
Room Additions
From a productive home office to a comfortable guest suite or expanded living space, our room additions increase usable square footage while enhancing long-term property value.
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Celebrated by homeowners
Celebrated by homeowners
“Better Place Design & Build was the best choice for our San Diego ADU project. As top ADU builders, they understand the big picture and support us at every step.”
Randy & Lorreta
Better Place Design & Build Homeowner
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OUR PHILOSOPHY
Don’t compare builders,
Compare processes.
We verify before we price
Most ADU builders estimate first and verify later. We confirm zoning laws, local regulations, utilities, site conditions, and realistic construction costs before the initial design moves forward.We're in control from the start
Construction schedules, permitting process, and site logistics are defined early — so execution runs on structure, not reaction, and critical decisions aren’t forced under pressure during construction.Constant Communication
When risk is engineered out upfront, execution becomes predictable, capital is protected, and your new square footage and rental income deliver the ROI you planned for.