In the US, where affordable housing is scarce and hard to find, knowing the benefits of converting a garage into an ADU becomes really important. Here in California, there are ‘homeowner friendly’ laws that govern the conversion of garages. Converting an existing structure to a fully habitable unit is now made relatively easily through the passage of the new ADU construction laws in the year 2020. Therefore, there has been a steady rise in the conversion of old garages into secondary dwelling units in various sizes, dimensions and designs. So, let’s understand the benefits of one such new construction at your property.
The need for an ADU at a property has increased significantly over the years, for families that are growing in size. They are known to us in different names, such as Granny Flats, in-law suites, secondary units or backyard cottages. With the new state laws, it is now easier to construct an ADU in a metropolitan area. As a certified ADU contractor in San Carlos, we inspect your garage to determine whether it meets the requirement of local ADU building codes. In this way, you can save money, as the structure is already present. Just strengthen and fortify it. Otherwise, you had to build a completely new unit from scratch.
Whether it’s your aging parents, grandparents, adolescent children or in-laws that come to live with you for sometime or forever, find that much needed privacy and independence by staying in one such attached or detached unit. When you choose to convert your garage into an ADU, it is a great way to show care and compassion to your elderly parents or relatives that want and come to stay with you. Therefore, an ADU garage conversion helps new family members get that extra space to spread their arms and legs, without disturbing and interfering with your family, wife, husband or kids.
At Done Right Home Remodeling, we always tell our customers to build an ADU within the property, instead of buying a new house, as it helps in increasing the resale value of their home. Well researched statistics reveal that an ADU converted from a garage can increase the property value by almost 25-35%. Even if the homeowner is not considering selling the property right now, it is definitely a great way of adding value. It also provides an opportunity for earning a steady flow of rental income, every month. So, when you list your property with an ADU, it can fetch a good price. It is certainly a great Return On Investment (ROI).
An accessory dwelling unit can be designed in a way to add extra dwelling space in different forms and manifestations. In fact, it can be used in a variety of ways. One such garage to ADU can be used as a home-office, a master bedroom with a bath, a gymnasium, a children’s recreational area or a kid’s play zone or a complete family suite. So, it well serves the need for space at home, for a growing family.
With an ADU at your property, you can think of earning a steady flow of monthly income, by renting it. You can either convert it into an office space with all the standard furniture and fittings, else design it as a family suite. An attached or detached family suite that is self-sufficient in nature, and has all the utilities and connections that are required for accommodating a family of 4-5 members, with a kitchen, bath and a bedroom. You can earn anything between $1200 – $2500 a month, depending upon its size.
So, these were the important reasons and benefits, as to why you should convert your garage into an ADU, for easily and comfortably accommodating your new family members at home.
