SACRAMENTO COUNTY'S #1 EXPERTS IN ADU GARAGE CONVERSIONS
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As a Sacramento ADU builder, DLC helps homeowners unlock space and value on their terms. We handle custom detached ADUs, additions, full-house remodels, and outdoor living spaces, while our core specialty is ADU garage conversions. Conversions let you invest more in livability and less in new structure, often shortening the path to completion and ROI. Our team leads everything end-to-end—feasibility, design/engineering, Title 24, permits, and construction—with transparent budgets and consistent communication. Create a place for family, a long-term rental, or a modern studio; we’ll transform your garage into a space that truly feels like home.
The Smartest Way to Add Space, Value, and Income in Sacramento
If you want to build an ADU without breaking the bank, a garage conversion may be your best move. The value is simple: you’re upgrading space you already own, within walls and a roof you already have—so your dollars go further into livability and finish quality instead of starting from zero. At DLC, we specialize in turning underused garages into comfortable, code-compliant living spaces that fit your goals—whether that’s rental income, space for family, or a dedicated studio/office.
Existing Structure = Instant Savings
One of the biggest advantages: the bones are already there—foundation, walls, and roof. You’re not paying to pour a new slab, frame new exterior walls, or set trusses the way you would with a detached build. Those up-front savings can be significant and make garage conversions one of the most budget-friendly ADU types in Sacramento.
Permitting & Code Benefits
Because a conversion isn’t a ground-up new build, it can avoid certain new-construction triggers. A common example is solar: under California Title 24, garage conversions are typically not required to add solar, whereas new detached ADUs generally are. That single difference can save $10,000–$20,000. Add in the ability to tap existing utility connections (less trenching and infrastructure), and the budget picture gets even better. We’ll always verify the specifics for your address during feasibility and permitting.
Faster Timeline = Faster ROI
With the structure in place, permitting is often fasterand construction is more straightforward. Many of our projects complete in about 3–4 months after permits are issued, depending on scope. Time is money—especially if you plan to rent the unit—so a shorter timeline can mean earlier income and less disruption to your household.
High ROI + Flexible Use
A well-designed garage ADU is versatile: long-term rental, Airbnb (where allowed), aging-in-place for parents, a private guest suite, or a quiet home office. Sacramento’s rental market rewards thoughtfully planned ADUs, and when your build cost is lower than a detached unit, your return on investment can be even stronger.
Why Homeowners Choose DLC
We’ve developed a streamlined design-build approach to do it right. From concept to completion, we match your vision and budget while communicating clearly and managing the details that matter. Families choose us because ADUs aren’t just structures; they’re solutions that help you stay connected, build financial resilience, and plan for the future.
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Converting detached garages into ADUs is our specialty. We turn garages into stunning living spaces.
We serve Sacramento, Elk Grove, Folsom, and Fair Oaks.
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Build out your home to serve the needs of your growing family. Maybe you want to make your master bedroom larger. Or maybe you want to add multiple new bedrooms and bathrooms for guests and visiting family. We can build that.
Full Home Remodels
Whether it's your living room, kitchen, or bath, updating the most important spaces in your home can make all the difference and significantly boost the value of your property.
Outdoor Living Projects
Ever dream of an outdoor kitchen? A place to entertain guests by the pool? How about a patio cover? We can build that.