ADU
Custom backyard cottages and accessory dwelling units designed to add living space, rental income, and long-term value to your Bay Area property.
Smart Space, Smart Investment
At R&R Backyard Remodeling, our ADU and pool house construction services are designed to seamlessly extend your home with refined, high-quality living spaces. From design through construction, we create beautifully crafted structures that balance functionality, comfort, and architectural harmony with your existing property.
Whether used for guests, extended family, rental income, or a private retreat, ADUs and pool houses add versatility and long-term value to your home. Thoughtfully designed and expertly built, these spaces enhance lifestyle flexibility while elevating your property with a polished, luxury finish that feels intentional and enduring.
ADU Types
Detached ADU
Detached ADU
A standalone structure in your backyard. Maximum privacy and flexibility. Typically 400-1,200 square feet with full kitchen, bathroom, and living areas. The most popular option for rental income.
Attached ADU
Attached ADU
Connected to your main house but with separate entrance and living facilities. Often more affordable than detached units since one wall already exists. Good option when backyard space is limited.
Garage Conversion
Garage Conversion
Transform your existing garage into a livable space. Usually the most affordable ADU option. Requires adding insulation, plumbing, and finishes to meet residential code. Parking replacement may be required.
Junior ADU (JADU)
Junior ADU (JADU)
A smaller option (max 500 sq ft) created within your existing home's footprint. Shares some facilities with the main house. Lower cost and streamlined permitting make this an attractive entry point.
“We used to barely use our backyard. Now, we cook dinner outside almost every single night.”
Why Build an ADU?
"Multi-Generational Living
Aging parents want to stay close but need independence. Adult children need affordable housing in an expensive market. An ADU gives family members their own space while keeping everyone connected. It's the modern version of the in-law suite—actually livable.
Rental Income Potential
Bay Area rents are among the highest in the country. A well-designed ADU can generate $1,500-$3,000+ in monthly rental income. That covers a significant portion of your mortgage—or funds retirement, travel, or other goals.
Property Value Boost
Adding a legal dwelling unit significantly increases your property's appraisal value. In many Bay Area markets, ADUs add more value than they cost to build. It's one of the few home improvements that's both an investment and immediately useful.
What You Get
An ADU isn't just extra space. Here's what a well-designed accessory dwelling delivers.
Complete Independence
A properly designed ADU is a fully functional home—kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, living area. Full plumbing, electrical, HVAC. Not a converted garage with compromises, but a purpose-built living space designed for comfort and efficiency.
Flexible Use Over Time
Today it's a rental. Tomorrow it's for family. Next decade it's your retirement downsizing option. ADUs adapt to your changing needs. You're not locked into one use—the space evolves as your life does.
Designed for Your Property
Every ADU we build is custom-designed for your specific lot, existing home, and neighborhood context. We consider setbacks, privacy, solar orientation, and architectural harmony. It looks like it belongs, not like a shed dropped in the backyard.
Permitted and Legal
We build to code and handle all permitting. Your ADU will be a legal dwelling unit—insurable, financeable, and recognized by the city. No gray-area conversions that create problems when you eventually sell.
From First Call to finished project
Feasibility & Design
We assess your property for ADU potential—setbacks, utilities, access, and zoning. Then we discuss your goals, budget, and timeline. You'll see preliminary designs and get a realistic sense of what's possible.
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An ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) is a secondary living space built on your property, such as a guest house, rental unit, or private suite.
Built on
excellence
The defining principles that elevate our craftsmanship and client experience beyond the ordinary.
Client Satisfaction
We prioritize our clients above all else, ensuring every project exceeds expectations across the board.
True Collaboration
Your voice shapes every decision. From initial designs to the final walkthrough, this is your vision.
Creative Solutions
We bring fresh ideas that make your outdoor space both beautiful, distinctive, and genuinely usable.
Master Craftsmanship
Our crews take pride in clean work, precise detailing, and leaving your property absolutely spotless.
What Our Clients Say
“R&R recently renovated my parents little backyard.. our project manager Tamir did a great job from initial quote to supervising the construction and cleanup process. The crew did a great job turning a dilapidated mess to a nice place for my parents to hang out. The new paver looks really nice and they customized layout to preserve our trees etc. It turned out great. Thank you Tamir and R&R for a job well done”
