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Finding the right ADU builder is less about hype and more about process, documentation, and fit. Ask how they handle preconstruction: site evaluation, utility strategy, permitting responsibilities, and inspection sequencing. Vague answers early usually become surprises later. Permitting goes smoother when plans match site reality—utility locations, access, and code details—before anything is ordered. Confirm how communication works: who your main contact is, how often you’ll get updates, and what triggers change orders. Good builders document decisions before they turn into delays. If you’re building a shortlist, start with custom adu builders and turn it into questions for your contractor. 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. If you’re collecting bids, ask for a written scope with exclusions listed—this prevents misunderstandings later. When in doubt, simplify—fewer custom details often means faster progress and cleaner results. 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.