Could your property fit a detached ADU?
Answer 15 quick questions about your lot and get an honest readiness snapshot — what looks workable, and what's worth verifying before you commit to anything. Calibrated to San Diego County.
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Twelve factors. Four minutes.
Most companies ask where to send a quote. We start by understanding the property — because that's where ADU budgets are actually decided.
The property itself
Jurisdiction, property type, the home's vintage, and whether coastal, historic, or fire overlays apply. The ground rules — before anything else.
The site conditions
Usable space, slope, what's currently in the build area, and how crews would reach it. The quiet cost drivers most quotes ignore.
Utilities & the paper trail
Electrical capacity, sewer or septic, the distance wastewater has to travel, and what the city's records say about your property.
See how ADU-ready your property is
Every property is different — and most surprises in ADU projects trace back to things that were knowable early. Simple taps, no measuring required.
Find out what your property can do — before anyone asks you to commit
Your snapshot appears on screen the moment you finish — we'll email you a copy to keep.
No obligation. No spam. Your information stays with our team.
Where should we send your snapshot?
Your results appear on screen the moment you tap the button — and we'll email you a copy of the full snapshot to keep.
We never share your information. Ever.
Here's your snapshot
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The Twelve Factors We Assessed
Tap any flagged factor to see what verification looks at — and why it matters.
Your top things to verify before you commit
What a 4-minute check can — and can't — tell you
Your snapshot is an honest starting point, not a verdict. It's built on what you told us. Verification is what turns it into facts.
- Where your likely risk areas are
- Which factors deserve attention first
- Whether verifying is worth your time
- Where your sewer actually runs — and whether gravity can carry it
- What your electrical panel can actually hold
- What the city will require for your exact parcel
- What all of it means for your budget
Clarity Before Commitment — it's the reason our price can be guaranteed later.
A 20-minute conversation with our team. We'll tell you honestly whether a feasibility check makes sense for your property — including if it doesn't.
100+ ADUs. The same experience, every time.
"Better Place Design & Build takes care of everything. They make the process so much smoother. You can actually enjoy seeing your project come to life without the stress."
"I can see why this business has five stars. If you're looking to build an ADU, I can assure you that you will get someone you can trust."
"From start to finish, they demonstrated exceptional professionalism and expertise. The final result exceeded our wildest dreams."
"Better Place Design & Build is the absolute best choice for a start-to-finish ADU project. If you want a seamless ADU experience, look no further."
Know your starting point.
Four minutes, fifteen questions, and an honest read on what your property can do. No pressure, no obligation — just the clarity everything else gets built on.
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