Done Right Builders and Remodeling: ADU Contractor Serving the Bay Area
Done Right Builders and Remodeling is a licensed ADU contractor based in the Bay Area, California. With over 20 years of experience in ADU construction, they handle the full process from design and permitting through to final inspection. Their contractor license number is 1002689, and they operate as a licensed, bonded, and insured builder.
The company works on a range of accessory dwelling unit projects, including attached ADUs, detached ADUs, Junior ADUs (JADUs), and various types of garage conversions. Their service area includes cities such as Union City, Hayward, San Jose, and Santa Clara.
ADU Construction and Garage Conversion Services
As an experienced accessory dwelling unit builder, Done Right Builders and Remodeling offers several construction options tailored to different property types and homeowner needs:
- Detached ADU: A standalone backyard structure separate from the main home, providing independent living space.
- Attached ADU: A unit sharing a wall with the primary dwelling but with its own entrance and living area.
- Junior ADU (JADU): A smaller self-contained unit within the existing home, limited to 500 square feet under Santa Clara regulations.
- Single Detached Garage Conversion: Converting a single garage into a functional living space.
- Double Garage Conversion: Transforming a double garage into a versatile living area such as a home gym, studio, or lounge.
- Complete Garage Conversion: A full transformation of the garage into a new living area integrated with the home.
- Partial Garage Conversion: Converting a portion of the garage into a usable room while retaining some garage functionality.
- Above Garage ADU: Adding a living space above an existing garage to maximize the use of available space.
Each project is managed by a dedicated project manager who keeps clients informed throughout the construction process and works toward on-time completion.
Done Right Builders and Remodeling provides a fixed-price quote with no hidden costs, and their team is familiar with local zoning laws and permit processes in the Bay Area, which can help streamline approvals.
Santa Clara ADU Requirements and Construction Process
For homeowners in Santa Clara, there are specific building code requirements that apply to ADU projects. Done Right Builders and Remodeling works within these regulations:
- Detached ADUs: Up to 1,200 sq ft, maximum two bedrooms and one bathroom.
- Attached ADUs: Up to 50% of the existing single-family dwelling's square footage, with a minimum of 800 sq ft and a maximum of 1,200 sq ft.
- JADUs: Limited to 500 sq ft.
- Setbacks: Minimum 3-foot side and 4-foot rear yard setbacks for detached and attached ADUs. Corner lots require a 15-foot street-side setback.
- Height: Detached ADUs are limited to 16 feet. JADUs must match the height of the existing dwelling.
- Parking: No additional parking spaces are required for an ADU or JADU.
- Kitchen and Bathroom: Each ADU requires a separate kitchen with permanent fixtures and a separate bathroom. JADUs may share a bathroom with the primary residence.
Their construction process follows a structured sequence: initial consultation, design and planning, permit acquisition, demolition and preparation, construction, interior finishing, inspections, final touches, client walkthrough, and post-construction support. All work undergoes inspections to confirm compliance with building codes and safety standards.
Done Right Builders and Remodeling positions itself as a full-service ADU builder for Bay Area homeowners looking to add rental income potential, accommodate family members, or increase overall property value through a well-planned accessory dwelling unit.
