Top 4 Must-Know Reasons Why You Should Have an ADU

Save space and get benefits with building an ADU.

People nowadays are becoming more efficient and practical with everything they do. Even with technology, the amount of work and activities we do keeps piling up.

Thanks to this, everyone is thinking more practically. And that includes how they live and what the state of their dwellings will be. That’s why many people are building ADUs on or within their property.

What is an ADU?

ADU means Accessory Dwelling Unit. It is a secondary housing unit or an extra living area near or within the property. Depending on the available space in the property, they can be made by either remodeling an existing room or building a new one. An ADU can be attached or detached from the main house, or it’s a remodeled basement or garage.

There are many types of ADUs around. But how do you know if a place or room is an ADU? Despite the many types existing, they share more or less the following features:

• ADUs are smaller than the main house
• They have their own kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, etc.
• The electricity and plumbing system can be connected to the main house

Why Should You Have an ADU?

ADUs have been around for a long while already. However, its significance boomed and rose when the pandemic arrived. Because social distancing and work-from-home settings became the new normal, the demand for additional space to be used also increased.

But even if you aren’t interested in ADUs because of the pandemic, there are reasons why you should have one.

1. Added Space for Family or Work

Private Personal Space

Studies show that millennials and young millennials prefer to return to their parents’ homes rather than set out and get their own place. Saving money is the top reason why these millennials choose to do so. Making their own personal living space near their parents’ is more affordable than paying rent, and they get to be near family.

Workout or Office Area

Because of the pandemic, work-from-home has become more prevalent. The demand to find a suitable place to focus on work at home skyrocketed, and ADUs filled that role perfectly. It is also a great place to set up your own gym area. Thanks to the privacy it can give from the usual hustle and bustle of the main house, you can freely focus on work without the inconvenience of commuting. You also get to enjoy your daily exercises any time, anywhere, any day within or near the comforts of home. 

2. Boost in Home Value

Building an ADU or remodeling your basement or garage into one is a surefire way to boost your property’s value. You can also do so without making a considerable dent in your checkbook. Even if you aren’t considering selling your home, it’s still a good investment since you will have an advantage. This is because potential buyers will be willing to spend more on properties with ADU, which gives them flexibility, functionality, and convenience.

3. Extra Income Opportunities

Another reason why people are investing in having their own ADUs is to generate extra income. Since most ADUs have their own entrances, exits, living spaces, and facilities, it is possible for you to rent them out. This is an excellent way to get a passive income while having tenants for a monthly or long-term stay.

4. Affordable and Convenient Housing for Seniors

If an ADU can give a place for adult children, the same can also be done for elderly parents. Instead of getting aid from an assisted living facility, you can have your elderly family live in an ADU. Not only do you save money, but you also get to spend quality time with family who can share their wisdom about life and living.

Investing in an ADU can be beneficial to you and your household. Not only that it can provide the space you need, but it can also be a source of income. However, research the laws and permits you need before planning your own ADU.

Is your research done and revving to bask in the benefits an ADU can give? Call us now! Our remodeling contractors at Grand Rapids Remodeling Pros will help you achieve an efficient and beneficial ADU!