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Newly built detached backyard ADU in Santa Clara, California
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ADU Builder in Santa Clara, CA

Detached ADUs, JADUs, and additions for Santa Clara homeowners west of the tech corridor.

ADU Builders Saratoga · 12960 Saratoga Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070

Our ADU Services in Santa Clara

From garage conversions to ground-up backyard homes, we handle every kind of accessory dwelling unit in Santa Clara — design, permits, and construction under one roof.

New ADU Construction in Santa Clara, CA

New ADU Construction

Ground-up detached ADUs — full-service design, permitting, and construction on your Saratoga lot.

Garage Conversion in Santa Clara, CA

Garage Conversion

Turn an underused garage into a fully permitted, code-compliant living unit.

Detached Backyard ADU in Santa Clara, CA

Detached Backyard ADU

Private backyard cottages that add space, privacy, and value to your home.

Prefab & Modular ADU in Santa Clara, CA

Prefab & Modular ADU

Factory-built modular ADUs installed fast, with less on-site disruption.

ADU Design & Permitting in Santa Clara, CA

ADU Design & Permitting

Complete design and permit management — plans, plan check, and approvals.

Junior ADU (JADU) in Santa Clara, CA

Junior ADU (JADU)

Convert a bedroom into a compact 500 sq ft junior ADU within your home.

Home Additions in Santa Clara, CA

Home Additions

Room additions and second-story expansions that grow your existing home.

Neighborhoods We Serve in Santa Clara

Old QuadRivermarkMillbrookForest Park

Why Saratoga Homeowners Trust Us

We stand behind our work with industry-leading guarantees.

Licensed & Insured

Full liability coverage

Top Rated

Saratoga's ADU experts

Satisfaction Guaranteed

1-year workmanship warranty

Free Estimates

No-obligation quotes

Design-Build

One contractor, start to finish

Experienced Team

Trained professionals

How It Works

Building an ADU with us is simple. Here's our clear 3-step process.

1

Free Consultation

Text or call us for a free feasibility review. We discuss your goals, budget, and lot, and tell you what type of ADU your property can support.

2

Design & Permits

We produce construction drawings and manage the full submittal to the City of Saratoga or the County, handling every plan-check correction.

3

We Build It

Our licensed crews build your ADU from foundation to finish, keep the site clean, and hand you a permitted, move-in-ready unit.

Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees, no surprises. Get a clear price before we start. All estimates are free.

Conversion & JADU

Fastest, most affordable path

From $45,000

  • Junior ADU (up to 500 sq ft)
  • Garage-to-ADU conversion
  • Uses existing structure
  • Kitchenette or full kitchen
  • Private entrance
  • 2 - 5 month timeline
Most Popular

Detached Backyard ADU

Most popular for added value

From $230,000

  • Ground-up detached unit
  • Up to 1,200 sq ft
  • Independent kitchen & bath
  • Separate utility metering
  • Full design & permitting
  • 6 - 10 month turnkey build
  • 1-year workmanship warranty

Prefab & Additions

Modular units and home additions

From $90,000

  • Factory-built modular ADU
  • Shorter on-site timeline
  • Room & second-story additions
  • Attached ADU option
  • Fixed-cost budgeting
  • Full permit management

Prices vary based on ADU type, size, site conditions, and finishes. Text or call for a free, no-obligation estimate.

Trusted Brand Partners

We Work With the Best

James Hardie
Milgard
Simpson Strong-Tie
Trex
Owens Corning
Kohler
Andersen
GAF

Saratoga ADU Guide

California's ADU laws make it easier than ever to add a unit in Saratoga. Here's what every homeowner should know before building.

California Law

By-Right Approval

California's statewide ADU law makes compliant ADUs ministerial — no public hearing, no neighbor veto, and a mandatory 60-day decision. We design specifically to qualify for this by-right path in Saratoga.

Size & Setbacks

What Your Lot Allows

Detached ADUs are allowed up to 1,200 sq ft, junior ADUs up to 500 sq ft, and cities must permit at least 800 sq ft with only 4-foot side and rear setbacks. Most Saratoga lots qualify — we confirm during feasibility.

Permitting

Parking & Utilities

If your property is near transit or you're converting a garage, added parking is waived. New detached ADUs can have their own utility meters, address, and lease — we handle the connections and metering.

Value & Income

ROI in the West Valley

ADUs add significant property value and strong rental income across Santa Clara County. A backyard unit or converted garage can offset your mortgage while giving family a private, independent place to live.

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about building an ADU in Saratoga? We've got answers.

Yes. Every ADU requires a building permit, but California's statewide ADU law makes approval ministerial (by-right) for compliant projects — no public hearing and a 60-day decision. We prepare the full permit set and manage the City of Saratoga / Santa Clara County submittal for you.

Why Choose Us in Santa Clara

Local Santa Clara County Team

We build ADUs across Santa Clara and know the local lot sizes, setbacks, and permitting process. Every project is designed for your specific property and jurisdiction.

Design-Permit-Build

From feasibility and design through permits and construction, we handle your Santa Clara ADU end to end — one licensed contractor, start to finish.

Satisfaction Guaranteed

If you are not happy with our work, we will come back and make it right at no additional charge. Your satisfaction is our priority.

Serving Santa Clara & the West Valley

We build ADUs, garage conversions, and additions for homeowners throughout Santa Clara County's West Valley. Find your city below for local ADU construction.

Thinking About an ADU on Your Santa Clara Property?

We are a local Santa Clara County general contractor — not a national franchise. Text or call us for a free feasibility review, and we'll tell you what type of ADU your Santa Clara lot can support and what it will cost.

Get Your Free Estimate Today

Whether you're planning a detached backyard ADU, a garage conversion, or a home addition, our team is ready to help. Text or call us for a free feasibility review.

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