Take your ADU from
idea to income

We guide you through every step to make your
dream accessory dwelling unit in San Diego a
reality—right up to move-in day.

Get started with a free custom feasibility study for your property.

Take your ADU from idea to income

We guide you through every step to make your dream accessory dwelling unit in San Diego a reality—right up to move-in day.

Get started with a free custom feasibility study for your property.

Schedule a free consultation

No one has more experience taking accessory dwelling units in San Diego from start to finish.

ADU Geeks began when our founder saw how difficult and opaque the process was to build a granny flat in his dad’s backyard. After wading through frustrating red tape and seeing costs quickly balloon, he knew there had to be a better way—so he created it. Since then, ADU Geeks’ team of consultants has helped over 200 homeowners through every step of the process of building ADUs in San Diego, and we can help you, too.

Personal Consultant

Our dedicated team will guide you through the entire ADU process—or whatever step(s) you need help with.

Financing & Budgeting

We help you set a budget and walk you through the lending process.

Designing & Permitting

Our in-house experts will turn your ADU idea into a formal design, then ensure that design is feasible through permitting.

Building

When you work with our recommended contractors, we act as your advocate throughout the entire construction phase.

Inspecting

We’ll help you ensure the completed build is up to your standards—and fully compliant with San Diego accessory dwelling unit regulations.

Leasing

Our expert consultants help you turn your new accessory dwelling unit in San Diego into a new source of income.

Experience the ADU Geeks difference

Our Concierge ADU service saves you time, money, and sleepless nights

Personalized project planning support

Let our deep industry experience help guide your vision. Avoid the headaches of planning and managing an ADU project with our team of dedicated consultants by your side.

Hand-picked designers and builders

You can’t afford to hire the wrong professional for your San Diego accessory dwelling unit. We make sure you have the right team to match your goals and budget.

Saving you money and maximizing your income

We’ll do everything from a feasibility study to a cost segregation study to help you build a financial foundation as sound as your ADU’s foundation.

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Four ways to unlock your property’s potential

San Diego’s accessory dwelling units come in many shapes and designs. Choose the option that’s right for you.

Attached ADU

Expand the footprint of your current home by up to 50% with an attached ADU. Choose a pre-approved floor plan or customize one for your needs.

Detached ADU

Put open space on your property to better use with detached ADUs up to 1,200 sq. ft. Whether you want an ADU design that feels like an extension of your house or a fresh new take, we’ll help you create a standalone ADU that truly stands out.

Garage Conversion

Kick the car to the curb and convert your garage into an income-generating ADU. Easily add a studio rental with a cozy kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom.

Second Story or Basement Conversion

No extra land? No problem! ADUs can be added above or below the primary residence to provide a new layer of value for your property.

Our featured ADU’s in San Diego

Browse a few of the recent San Diego accessory dwelling units we’ve worked on. Inspiration is a click away.

A Steep Situation

The Client

An investor with a steep hill and a dream.

Project Location

San Diego, CA

ADU Type

Detached

ADU Size

350 sf

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Two For One

The Client

One very lucky San Diego investor who’d done his homework.

Project Location

San Diego, CA

ADU Type

Detached

ADU Size

350 sf

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Going Vertical

The Client

An investor with big plans, but not a lot of space.

Project Location

San Diego, CA

ADU Type

Detached

ADU Size

350 sf

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An Ideal Solution

The Client

A homeowner wanting the best solution for their parents, their property, and their future.

Project Location

San Diego, CA

ADU Type

Detached

ADU Size

350 sf

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What our customers are saying

Alexio B.

“I’m a very active commercial real estate agent and investor in San Diego. Dealing with the city permitting department is a long and lengthy process with delays and surprises at every turn. Sometimes it feels like going 2 steps forward and 1 foot…backwards, especially with a complex project like I have converting 5 attached garages into 5 micro ADUs. I am 1.5 years in and still a few months from completion with the project. Thankfully I have had ADU geeks to help me navigate the design process, commercial building code, city ROW, contractor references, etc… Even after plans were approved by the city, we hit a roadblock with the water dept that caused me to go back to the drawing board and actually upgrade a waterline and submit plan changes with the city. ADU geeks came back to the rescue and helped me navigate that. I would dread the process of dealing with the city myself. thank god for ADUgeeks. Xavier, Kalani, and their team have made the permitting process bearable. Just be prepared for a lot of delays from the city, and don’t be afraid to ping them on your project regularly for clarity.”
Florian S.

“I’m both an active real estate agent in SD as well as an investor. Before engaging on my first ADU project, I vetted 4 companies who specialized in streamlining the ADU process. It was evident to me that a lot of companies were best for smaller projects,…certainly not multifamily. ADU Geeks, specifically Kalani in my talks with him, stood out to me as someone who really knew the ins and outs of that world. I have been very pleased thus far with our 4 sites and counting, and thoroughly enjoy working with their team on the different segments of projects. Will continue to go with them in the future and they are my go to referral for all my clients!”
Joshua V.

“Finding an ADU consultant that you can trust is pretty challenging. You think about how little you know, will they take advantage, or if you are going to be happy with them overall… ADU Geeks definitely lives up to their name. They are definitely the geeks that know everything and will do everything in there power to help you with your goals. In my experience with all of the contractors/real estate consultants I have worked with, they rank #1. The culture they have there is all about family. In the end they will fight for you because working with the city isn’t always so easy. They have done things for me that is remarkable and I thank them so much for it! If you are still on the hunt for an amazing ADU consultant, look no further they got you covered!”
Ray M.

“Kalani was very helpful in answering any questions I had about my ADU project. He was very knowledgeable about the process. I would recommend anyone considering the idea of an ADU to start with ADU Geeks. I’m so appreciate of the time and expertise. Thanks again Kalani!”