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Expert advice, cost guides, and local insights from Alpha ADU Solutions — your trusted adu contractor contractor in San Francisco.

Completed adu construction management work at a residential property in San Francisco, CA

Cost & Pricing June 21, 2026 6 min read

ADU Construction Management Costs in SF: What You'll Really Pay

Building an ADU in San Francisco? You really don't want construction management fees to catch you by surprise. Let's look at what drives these costs and how you can keep them from getting out of hand.

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Completed detached adu work at a residential property in San Francisco, CA

Comparisons June 14, 2026 5 min

Detached ADU: Stick-Built vs. Modular — What's Best for SF?

Considering a detached ADU for your San Francisco backyard? You've definitely got choices. We'll dive into the real differences between traditional stick-built and modular construction right here, helping you pick what's best for your property.

Completed attached adu work at a residential property in San Francisco, CA

How-To & Tips June 6, 2026 4 min

Attached ADU in SF: What You Can DIY & When to Call a Pro

Thinking about adding an attached ADU to your San Francisco home? Let's be real about what you can tackle yourself and when it's just smarter to call in the pros for your project.

Completed adu permitting work at a residential property in San Francisco, CA

Comparisons May 4, 2026 4 min

ADU Permitting: Prefab vs. Site-Built for Your SF Backyard

Thinking about adding an ADU in San Francisco? You've got options for how you get it permitted and built. Let's break down prefab versus site-built ADUs so you can make the right call for your property.