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DIG THAT ADU!

Discover the many benefits of building and owning an Accessory Dwelling Unit.

Equity

Revenue

Family

Equity

Revenue

Family

"Increase your home's value."

*Average increase of 35% according to National Association of Realtors, 2023

"Generate revenue through your ADU."

Earn rental income without the need of leaving your primary residence.

"Provide space for extended family."

Statistics show more people are building ADUs to help ease the strain on finances and families.

Some areas like Seattle have introduced pre-approved ADU designs and streamlined permitting processes, while other cities and counties have waived certain fees.

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“Invest in your very own ADU.”

Research and Consideration

Each jurisdiction may have specific design and construction requirements concerning size, aesthetics, and compatibility with the main residence. We can guide you through local regulations, size requirements, get you on the path-to-permitting, and help you break ground.

The Ground Floor

Start your ADU project with FTS Excavation and build your future on a foundation of excellence.

Call or reach out today.

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Would You Like to Learn More?


What is an ADU?

What is the process to build an ADU?

What is the cost to for site preparation of the ADU?

I want to build an ADU. What do I need to do first?

Who do you recommend as a general contractor?

How do we get permits?

Can I build an ADU on my property?

Can I sell my ADU after I build it?

What is your territory?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an ADU?

An ADU is an Additional (or accessory) Dwelling Unit. They can be either attached to your current home or detached. Detached ADUs are also known as DADUs. Some people rent their ADUs out for additional income each month, or house their extended family.

What is the process to build an ADU?

First, you will need to decide if you are hiring a general contractor or doing it yourself, Then, you will need to find out if it is feasible, research what you want, design, finance and permit, and then BUILD!

What is the cost to for site preparation of the ADU?

The site work of any construction project is one of the biggest unknown variables. As you may suspect, this is a complicated question and the answer depends a lot on where the ADU is being built and what is required for permitting. The best-case scenario would be around $8,000, for simply digging out a small foundation. A good rule of thumb to budget is 30% of the total build cost. Remember it could be much less, or much more than that. Call us for a free estimate. Our experts can tell you what will likely be required for your site development.

I want to build an ADU. What do I need to do first?

Spend some time researching styles and ideas for what you want to build. Then you will need to decide if you want to hire a general contractor to build the ADU for you, or if you want to be the general contractor and hire the subcontractors yourself. We are happy to give you a free estimate either way.

Who do you recommend as a general contractor?

We have vetted several general contractors. In order to protect our customers and our reputation, we are very careful about giving referrals. Please call our office for a free estimate to Dig That ADU, and we can discuss assigning one of our project managers to your project who will ensure that your ADU is done under budget and under time.

How do we get permits?

Your general contractor will be responsible for working with your local municipality to get permits on your behalf. Permits can cost multiple thousands of dollars and will be included in your budget.

Can I build an ADU on my property?

That is a great question and will be answered before signing a final contract with your general contractor. The biggest factor for feasibility will be the site preparation requirements. Call us for a free estimate and while we won’t do a complete feasibility study, we will likely be able to point out some costs that will likely need to be considered in your budget.

Can I sell my ADU after I build it?

Actually, you can even sell it before you build it. It’s called condominiumization, or condominiuming. Say that five times fast. It can be done to any property! We think that it is very affordable, can be done very quickly and is a much better solution than subdividing. We don’t do it in house. It is a niche and needs to be done by an attorney who specializes in it. Call us for more information.

What is your territory?

We serve the South Puget Sound from Olympia up to Bremerton, all of Pierce County and into King County. We are a growing company, which means that our territory is also expanding.

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