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Feasibility, Site Assessment, and Design

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VALUE ENGINEERING

Through value engineering we aspire to optimize the value of a project by examining its functions and finding cost-effective alternatives without compromising quality or performance.

This process involves collaboration among architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to identify and implement design choices, materials, and construction methods that achieve the desired outcomes within budget constraints.

By focusing on essential features and eliminating unnecessary expenses, value engineering ensures a balanced approach to cost, quality, and functionality, resulting in a well-built, efficient, and cost-effective ADU.

FEASIBILITY STUDY: WHAT IS IT?

HOW THIS WORKS IN YOUR BUILDING PROCESS

One of the first steps of the construction process is to analyze the site and construction variables to determine what can be built on the property. Are there any special requirements for your project? We want to assess the feasibility and all costs of building the ADU on your lot and produce construction plans that will meet your budget.

The first step is to produce a rough site plan, map existing utilities, assess electrical panel loads, and create a feasibility report with your selected ADU plan mapped on your property. Using all of this information we can produce a more accurate estimate to match the project costs to your budget. During this process, we will try to select and price as many finishes as possible and will also create a detailed schedule for the project. This process takes 2 to 3 weeks depending on the scope and you will receive an itemized estimate of the entire project.   

 

ITEMS PROVIDED IN THE FEASIBILITY STUDY:

Detailed Site Visit

We will look at all utilities to determine how everything will be trenched and installed.  Determine any potential issues or additional items that need to be completed.  During the next few days, we will go over a potential layout and identify all finishes required for the project.  We will value engineer the project in order to meet your budget.

3D Walk-Through

We will complete a 3D walk-through with our digitizing 3D camera.  Once complete we will provide a detailed floorplan that can be given to architects and engineers to save on drafting fees.  We will also provide a complete 3D Walk Through.

Detailed Sewer Scope

A sewer camera and depth finder will be used if needed to confirm location and depth of your sewer line.

Detailed Estimate

A Detailed Estimate will be created.  The updated estimate will include all items found on the site visit.

Schedule

Our initial Project schedule will be provided

COST

COST:    $1500 - $2500

Note:  If ADUs By Avatar is selected for your project, this cost is refunded completely.

What Sets Our Process Apart

Learn About USING COCONSTRUCT 

 

We prioritize transparency and clear communication with our clients. Our online portal centralizes all aspects and details of your project, keeping everything organized in one place. CoConstruct offers multiple communication options, including a mobile app and email notifications, allowing you to connect with our team at any time during your project. Additionally, the portal lets you select finishes for your ADU, view your budget, track your detailed project schedule, and much more.

Check out this video to learn more! 

Our Design-Build Process

01 | PLAN
ADUs by Avatar begins with a phone call to discuss your project and budget, leading to a preliminary estimate. We then offer a rough estimate, outlining our process and ADU costs. A site visit for a Feasibility Study follows, assessing your property and refining the estimate to match your goals.
02 | DESIGN
In the design phase at ADUs by Avatar, we tailor a floor plan to your goals, providing a Construction Estimate for budget finalization. Post-approval, we prepare detailed architectural drawings for permits and assist in selecting finishes, ensuring your project remains on budget.
03 | BUILD
Our in-house team handles permits, ensuring safety and compliance. We then develop a detailed construction schedule in our online portal. Construction begins! All updates will be communicated through the portal. After completion, we'll do a thorough walk-through to ensure your ADU is perfect. Congrats on your new ADU!

Our Portfolio

Kitchen with gray tile and white cabinets.

A stylish living room with a dark blue sofa adorned with orange pillows, and a mid-century modern wood coffee table.

A contemporary dining area with a round wooden table and black chairs, a large pendant light overhead, and an abstract diptych on the wall.

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How Much Does an ADU Cost?

Get access to our free guide that includes costs and details about:

  • Custom ADU Design
  • ADU Floorplans
  • Pre-designed
  • Garage Conversions
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WHERE WE WORK

ADUs by Avatar serves multiple Southern California areas, including the Orange, Los Angeles, San Diego, Riverside and San Bernadino Counties and surround areas.

Not sure if we work in your location? Get in touch today! 

Our Service Area

  • Los Angeles
  • San Diego
  • Riverside
  • Dana Point
  • Irvine
  • Anaheim
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What Our Clients Think

"We bought our forever home knowing it was dated and needed work, so we contacted ADUs by Avatar as a general contractor for the renovation, but they provided so much more. They gave us excellent design ideas in addition to just the renovation and defined the scope of work for the whole project upfront so there were no surprises or extra costs. They also provided lots of great options, big and small, on how to keep construction costs low based on their experience.  In the end, they moved the cramped existing kitchen to a new location, vaulted ceilings and created a beautiful great room for our family to enjoy the bay view. We were extremely pleased with the quality of work and everyone we worked with at ADUs by Avatar. Since our initial renovation project, Avatar has built 3 ADUs on our investment properties and will build 2 more in the future."

ADUs Built with Value Engineering in Mind

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Building and designing an ADU doesn't have to be difficult. With ADUs by Avatar, we promise to do everything we can – above and beyond – to ensure that. Are you ready to start your ADU-building journey with a feasibility study?

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