Field tools
Tools we use ourselves.
Quick calculators and references for early-stage scoping. The same numbers we underwrite our own proposals against.
Calculator
ADU & Remodel Cost Calculator
Estimate installed cost across ADUs, additions, kitchens, baths, and whole-home remodels. Pulls from our real 2026 $/sqft bands.
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Reference
2026 Cost Report
Side-by-side cost bands for 14 project types, LA vs Bay Area, with soft-cost percentages and labor rates.
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Reference
California Permit Directory
20+ jurisdiction permit portals, typical timelines, and ADU rules that trip up most homeowners.
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