Prefabricated vs Custom ADUs: Which is best for you?

Prefabricated VS Custom ADUs: Which is best for you?

ADUs are one of the most popular topics amongst homeowners in Southern California. There are many reasons for wanting to invest in an ADU ­­­­­­­— primarily for extra income.

Before starting this project, there is one thing to bear in mind and that is, what works best for your needs; prefabricated or a custom ADU?

Well, what’s the difference?

A prefabricated ADU, commonly referred to as a “prefab ADU”, is a premade unit that is then transported to your property for installation. Since it is built in a construction-controlled environment, the completion time Is quicker and costs less, although customization is limited.

Benefits of owning a prefab ADU:

1.  Quick completion time, they are typically built and installed within a few months

2.  Lower cost, with less customization a better estimate can be provided

3.  Less on-site disruption, when your ADU is chosen and ordered the number of installers is reduced.

Custom ADUs are designed and built on-site and to your desire. That includes property layout, aesthetic, and functionality.  

Benefits of owning a custom ADU:

1.  Design, they are fully tailored to you.

2.  Property value, the value of your home increases.

Things to consider:

1.  Longer timeframe, some custom ADUs are very time consuming depending on the intricacy of blueprint

2.  Higher cost, with something so personalized on this large of a scale, expenses come alongside.

All in all, whether you choose a prefab or custom ADU it’s a great addition to any home.