- Wed Feb 18, 2026 9:16 am
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Prefab ADUs can reduce design uncertainty—if you plan the site work correctly. Before choosing a model, confirm what’s included: interior finishes, appliances, panel requirements, and exterior tie-ins like stairs or skirting. Clarity here prevents budget creep. Permitting goes smoother when plans match site reality—utility locations, access, and code details—before anything is ordered. When comparing prefab vs custom, use total installed cost and timeline (including permits and site work), not the base unit price. To ground your decision in real steps and costs, use custom prefab adus. If you’re collecting bids, ask for a written scope with exclusions listed—this prevents misunderstandings later. Good plans reduce rework; rework is where budgets quietly leak. Keep a short list of non-negotiables so decisions stay consistent as options multiply. If you’re collecting bids, ask for a written scope with exclusions listed—this prevents misunderstandings later. A realistic schedule includes ordering lead times and inspection windows, not just a hopeful start date. Good plans reduce rework; rework is where budgets quietly leak. Keep a short list of non-negotiables so decisions stay consistent as options multiply. When in doubt, simplify—fewer custom details often means faster progress and cleaner results.
