DADUs

A detached dwelling in your own back yard: an office now, a guest suite or rental later.

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Detached accessory dwelling unit in a Nashville back yard

A standalone building that adds genuine square footage, and genuine flexibility, to your property.

What a DADU project can cover

Detached accessory dwelling units have become one of the most useful things a Nashville homeowner can build. The same structure can serve as a home office this year, a place for a parent the next, and a rental after that, provided it is planned with that flexibility in mind from the start.

A DADU is a small house, which means foundations, utilities, framing, roofing, a full kitchen and bath, and its own permitting path. Metro codes on detached units are specific and they change, so we work through zoning and permits with you before anything is ordered.

Small footprints reward careful planning. We spend real time on storage, ceiling height and where the light falls, because those are what make a compact building feel like somewhere you want to be.

Ground-up detached builds

Foundations, framing, utilities and finishes for a genuine standalone dwelling.

Zoning and permitting

Working through Metro requirements for detached units before anything is ordered.

Flexible layouts

Planned so an office today converts to a guest suite or rental without a rebuild.

Small-space storage

Built-in joinery and considered ceiling heights that make a compact plan liveable.

How we work for you

A tried and tested process that keeps your project on track, keeps you informed, and leaves room for the unexpected.

STEP 01

Estimate & Site Visit

Tell us about your project and we will call you back. In most cases the estimate is free, and we always recommend seeing the space in person

STEP 02

Pre-Construction Meeting

Your project manager walks the house with you, then plans, orders materials and schedules the work around real lead times

STEP 03

Construction Begins

Crews work 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday. Expect on-site visits from your project manager and a progress report every week

STEP 04

Punch List & Sign-Off

We walk the finished project together, agree one shared list of final details, complete them, then close out with a final invoice

Built on trust

We earn your confidence through honest communication, quality craftsmanship, and reliable service from start to finish.

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Transparent Pricing

Weekly invoices detail every expense against your deposit, so you always know where the budget stands.

A Project Manager On Site

One dedicated manager oversees your build, visits through the work week, and answers your questions directly.

Respect For Your Home

We keep the site clean and safe and work to minimise the disruption to your day-to-day life.

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Question? Answered

The questions Nashville homeowners ask us most, answered straight.

Are estimates free?

In most cases, yes. We like the chance to talk through process, timing and the financial side so you can make an informed decision about your project. Even if we do not end up working together, we want to be a useful resource while you navigate the planning stage.

Can you give me an estimate over the phone?

A phone call usually gets us a good way into the bid, but hard numbers are difficult to pin down until someone has seen the space. We strongly recommend a site visit wherever possible. Our standard hours are Monday to Thursday, 8am to 4pm, and Friday, 8am to 3pm.

Do you provide design or architecture services?

Not in house. We do collaborate with architects and designers across Middle Tennessee on projects of every size, and we are happy to share a list of the people we know and trust so you can find the right fit for your project.

Do you handle permits and inspections?

Yes. As your general contractor we stay current on building codes and regulations, pull the necessary permits, and schedule the inspections that keep your project compliant with local code.

What happens when something unexpected comes up?

Construction throws curveballs, it is the nature of the work. We raise the issue with you quickly, lay out the options, provide a revised estimate, and adapt the plan together rather than pressing on and surprising you later.

What warranty do you offer?

Our workmanship warranty covers one year from the date of substantial completion, and we reserve the right to correct deficiencies beyond that period where they stem from neglectful workmanship.

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Let us build something great together

Tell us your ideas and goals for the space. We will call you back, and in most cases the estimate is free.

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