How to Convert Your Garage into an Accessory Dwelling Unit: A Step by Step Guide

If you’re planning to increase the living space in your property or looking for an excellent way to earn some extra income, converting your garage into an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a fantastic idea. However, this can seem like a daunting task if you’re not well-acquainted with the ins and outs of construction work.

Enter Prospect 30 Eight Construction. As experienced builders who have been creating high-quality custom homes, home additions, and ADUs since 2006 throughout the Denver Metro Area and the Front Range, we’re here to guide you through each step, ensuring the transformation process is as seamless as possible.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you transform your garage into an efficient ADU.

1. Plan

First things first — planning your garage conversion. Define the requirement for your new space, whether it will be a guest house, a rental unit, or a cozy personal workspace. Make sure to take into account the building regulations of your local area before commencing.

2. Consultation

Align your ideas with reality. Schedule a free consultation with our experienced team. We bring together a group of licensed tradespeople, architects, vendors, and designers, all experts in their fields. With our combined expert advice, your initial concepts will be refined into a practical, achievable, and cost-effective blueprint.

3. Organize the Space

Once we’ve sorted out the layout, we start reorganizing the space. This stage may involve raising ceilings, adding walls, or opening up the area for natural light and airflow. We use cutting-edge equipment to perform these operations, ensuring the structural integrity is fully maintained.

4. Install Utilities

To convert your garage into a livable unit, utilities like water lines, electricity, and gas need to be installed. Our team of licensed professionals will outfit your ADU with all necessary utilities, ensuring safety and code compliance along the way.

5. Interior Finishing

Now it’s time to give the personalized touch to your ADU. This step involves adding flooring, painting, installing lighting fixtures, cabinets, appliances, and detailing the interiors. It’s the step where the structure starts looking like a home.

6. Inspect and Move-in

Before you get ready to move in, we conduct a thorough inspection of the converted unit to make sure everything is in perfect shape. After all, your safety and satisfaction are our top priority.

Converting your garage into an ADU is a practical and innovative way of utilizing available space. At Prospect 30 Eight Construction, our goal is to design and build a quality product that you will love at a fair price. Remember, the right team can make all the difference in building and making your dream home a reality. Get started on your garage-to-ADU conversion project today! Contact us and schedule a free consultation.