ADU Construction Services by TEK Construction Group in St. Cloud
TEK Construction Group offers accessory dwelling unit (ADU) construction services to homeowners in St. Cloud, Florida. An ADU is a complete, self-contained living space built on an existing residential property. These units come in several forms, and TEK Construction Group builds across all common types:
- Detached ADUs – A separate backyard cottage with a full kitchen and bathroom
- In-Law Suites – An attached addition with its own private entrance
- Garage Conversions – Transforming an existing garage into a livable space
- Above-Garage Units – New living space constructed above a new or existing garage
Homeowners in St. Cloud pursue ADU projects for a range of practical reasons. Adding an accessory dwelling unit can increase home value, generate monthly rental income, provide housing for aging parents, or offer an affordable living option for adult children. As an experienced ADU builder in the Central Florida area, TEK Construction Group has completed over 50 ADU projects in the region.
The Construction Process
TEK Construction Group follows a structured process from initial consultation through final handover:
- Free Consultation (Week 1) – A site visit to assess feasibility, review lot size, setbacks, and local zoning requirements.
- Design & Permits (Weeks 2–6) – Custom ADU plans are developed to meet St. Cloud building codes. TEK handles all permit applications and city approvals.
- Construction (Weeks 7–22) – Building is carried out using licensed subcontractors, with regular progress updates and maintained job sites.
- Final Inspection & Handover (Week 23) – All required St. Cloud inspections are completed and the certificate of occupancy is delivered.
Most projects take approximately 5 to 6 months in total, accounting for the permitting phase (4–6 weeks) and the construction phase (16–20 weeks). Timelines can be affected by weather conditions or project changes.
TEK Construction Group is licensed and insured, and they manage the full permit process — including building permits, electrical and plumbing permits, mechanical permits for HVAC, and the final certificate of occupancy. Their contracts are fixed-price, meaning no unexpected cost increases or change order markups.
ADU Costs and St. Cloud Building Requirements
Typical ADU investment ranges in St. Cloud are as follows:
- Studio ADU (400–500 sq ft): $145,000 – $175,000
- 1-Bedroom ADU (600–700 sq ft): $175,000 – $225,000
- 2-Bedroom ADU (800–900 sq ft): $225,000 – $275,000
Financing options that may be available to homeowners include construction-to-permanent loans, home equity lines of credit (HELOC), and personal loans for smaller projects. As a general reference point, a $200,000 ADU renting at $1,500 per month generates approximately $18,000 annually in rental income.
St. Cloud has specific requirements for ADU construction that TEK Construction Group is familiar with:
- Minimum lot size of 6,000 sq ft
- ADU cannot exceed 50% of the main home's size
- 10-foot rear setback and 5-foot side setbacks required
- One parking space required per ADU
- ADU must match the architectural style of the main home
Properly permitted ADUs in St. Cloud can be rented to long-term tenants. It is worth noting that adding an ADU will increase a property's assessed value and, consequently, property taxes. However, rental income often offsets this increase. TEK Construction Group delivers each unit as a turnkey, move-in ready space, including utilities connections and all final inspections.