This is how i built an ADU in LA for only $45,000

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This is my story on how I build my ADU for $45,000 as an owner builder and saved money.
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ADU cost
$5,000 Plans/design
$300 City plan review
$1,000 Plans approved by the city and initial permits to begin construction
$0 Footings
$2,800 Sewer installation, gas line, pex pipes for water
$227 Plumbing permit
$6,500 Framing labor
$1,800 Wood, nails, epoxy, screws, nuts bolts, hangers, from my favorite store Home Depot
$349 Epoxy city inspection
$1600 Electrical work
$98 Electrical permit
$539 Wall insulation from the most evil place Lowe's
$351 Attic insulation, from my favorite store Home Depot
$63 Home depot tools for insulation
$0 Insulation labor.
$600 Shear wall's installation labor
$574 Plywood for shear walls, nails & accessories from my favorite store Home Depot
$96 Resilient Channel
-$300 Resilient Channel labor installation
$2,500 Cover up garage door, cover up windows & entry door with stucco
$1,500 Santa Barbara finish (Smooth stucco)
$159 Outdoor lamps tinyurl.com/yyoxcbos
$846 Cost for all windows with free delivery
$237 Accessories to install windows from my favorite store Home Depot.
$3,500 Labor for Drywall
$1,200 The cost of the drywall & accessories from my happy place Home Depot
$1,300 Vinyl floors www.lestercarpet.com/
$470 Doors www.urbandoorscompany.com/
$598 Mini split www.airconditioner.com/minisp...
$250 Cert test www.heekk.com/
$197 Line set www.airconditioner.com/minisp...
$40 Line set outdoor cover Amazon tinyurl.com/yxv6jxvy
$200 Labor
$29 Base www.airconditioner.com/minisp...
$14 Disconnect box tinyurl.com/y3oqnzfb
$159 Hood vent tinyurl.com/yy8mq6y4
$285 Stove tinyurl.com/y6emoajq
$119 Faucet tinyurl.com/yx9f3rom
$29 Soap dispenser
$109 Garbage disposal tinyurl.com/y8xky7b4
$189 Sink tinyurl.com/y6qdgo69
$380 Quartz cabinetstonesupply.com/
$26 Plywood cabinetstonesupply.com/
$29 Handles tinyurl.com/y69z4c4f
$1,189 Kitchen cabinets cabinetstonesupply.com/
$900 Labor
$31 vent tinyurl.com/y5tld2zc
$1,189 Kitchen installation Labor
$25 Roof Vent Cap tinyurl.com/y3o22cyo
$0 Labor to install vent
$32 Gas Connector tinyurl.com/y55jkelg
$13 Vent 90-Degree Adjustable Elbow tinyurl.com/y6l8ax6h
$1,200 Tile superiortile.com/
$250 vanity tinyurl.com/h9nwybss
$209 Shower fixture tinyurl.com/fxvac8j3
$109 Toilet
$49 Faucet for the sink
$600 Hardy back/materials
$300 Hot mop
$3,600 Labor
$44,969 Total
Hektor
Los Angeles Realtor
818-564-5835
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Nationwide Real Estate Executives
4401 Atlantic Ave #100, Long Beach, CA 90807

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@cloudburstdrones 9 ай бұрын

The fact that you’re passing along free valuable information from your first hand experience speaks volumes to your character. Thank you, sir!

@AngelGarcia-hc2rb 9 ай бұрын

What does ADU short for?

@lgmisfit10 9 ай бұрын

@@AngelGarcia-hc2rb Additional Unit

@dearlightbeings 5 ай бұрын

@@AngelGarcia-hc2rbIt’s ‘Accessory Dwelling Unit’.

@fijimichelle 4 ай бұрын

@@AngelGarcia-hc2rb accessory dwelling unit

@rociomunoz7384 3 ай бұрын

srsly. subscribed

@MsKumbi 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this informative video. We need more honest people like him in this world. We are living in an era where everyone is trying to drain your pockets and make a quick buck.

@stcroixlover1 Жыл бұрын

I can't say thank you enough for sharing this information. We have had such a hard time finding a good contractor. We have lost money due to the contractor scams and unwillingness to show up to work as they agreed.

@SpainishRain212_7 4 ай бұрын

That’s how o fixed up both of my homes!! Boom 💥

@JM-kn9dh 9 ай бұрын

Congrats, your ADU looks great. Also, since you were directly involved, the pride and quality in your work shows!

@linuxone73 2 жыл бұрын

I believe it. We were charge 110 for remodel but after documenting everything I think we would had paid have..but we would do all the hiring and coordinating. The most important task is the architect that can draw up the plans.

@darrellgarmon4126 2 жыл бұрын

My mom and I have been looking to convert and you vid and design idea definitely helped shape some stress we were concerned with!

@sonialopez8172 2 жыл бұрын

Very impressive! Amazing job on learning everything necessary to make it extremely cost effective! I initially wanted to purchase a single family home to do this but talked myself out of it thinking I couldn’t do it so I bought a condo instead. I want to purchase a second property to do this so I’m just watching your videos to learn for now. Thanks!!

@HektorCastillo 2 жыл бұрын

Sonia thank you for the comment. Watch my previous video. I made a video with all the details you need to know when buying a house to convert the garage into an ADU. 👍

@tracylieu3211 2 жыл бұрын

@@HektorCastillo I want to buy a house to build ADU too, can you send me your video to view

@user-qq2se1lu5c 9 ай бұрын

Good job! You must be proud of yourself for taking on such a project. Thank you for graciously sharing your knowledge. I look forward to watching your other videos.

@k8glass 9 ай бұрын

Hey, this is really helpful thank you! Glad it's not just look how glamorous this is...that you actually go into details that are very useful! 🙂 thanks!

@acobb8136 9 ай бұрын

This is amazing and this isn’t the first time I’ve heard that it’s best to do it yourself and hire your own specialist ❤️

@banx1 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. I will be checking out your website and you've inspired me to build this ADU myself. Greatly. Greatly. Appreciated

@nayomeer4736 8 ай бұрын

This was super valuable and super helpful. Ty for posting as well as the companies you used for the services you utilized.

@roveriia6334 11 ай бұрын

Great Video. The stove hood vent on the roof should be moved away from a outside wall. The small gap will be an area where leaves can build up causing water to stand and flow under the shingles. If it has to be this way for things such as structural constraints flash above the vent to direct the water from the wall to the opposite side of the vent.

@smokeyfreshhh 2 жыл бұрын

Bravo mate you did a splendid job. Excellent video, love the detail. Cheers and thanks for sharing.

@miloinda 9 ай бұрын

Hektor, this is what i have been preaching for years. Good on you mate.

@marinaromanova149 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic job! Can’t believe you did all of that by yourself 👍👍👍

@anthonyvega4350 2 жыл бұрын

Wow!, Thanks Hektor, my plans already pre-approved, I plan on using your contacts, feel free tp shoot you next youtube video at my place, can't wait to get started. 400 sq ft is already built, just adding plumbing, restroom, kitchen and laundry room.

@dn1969 11 ай бұрын

Great job Hektor! thank you for your time and efforts.

@Khanh.Nguyen369 2 жыл бұрын

Man. I’m just starting and this is incredible information. Thank you.

@SaeChizzel 9 ай бұрын

Fantastic work Hektor! Thank you for the guidance and being super informative!

@elizabethjames5928 2 жыл бұрын

Great job! Thanks for giving me the inspiration to do this for myself!!

@Silvertestrun 4 ай бұрын

Immensely important to be grateful for your accomplishments!

@ecarbajal1982 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the great info! Keep up the good work my friend!!!!

@Phantom_Adventurer 9 ай бұрын

This guy is the realest! Thanks for this true info. I’ll subscribe 👌🏼

@BigDadOfSteel Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this. I really appreciate all your help.

@user-dl5hs2ez9p 5 ай бұрын

You're are very generous giving out all this info. LA county is challenging to build.

@bibikhan5325 2 жыл бұрын

Very good job hector. Right now I am building a 400sq ft garage conversion. An ADU. One bedroom, a small kitchen, a small bathroom and a living space with a small dining room for 42,500. I hire first class construction

@tracylieu3211 2 жыл бұрын

Can I have your contractor info I want to build same sf as you in canoga park LA

@fredrivers5746 2 жыл бұрын

Hello,Yes also looking for a contractor ! Can you pass the info of the one you use?

@luistaca4882 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Bibi I’m on the process to build a garage to an ADU any recommendation for a construction company, thanks God bless you

@bibikhan5325 2 жыл бұрын

@@luistaca4882 Firstclass construction did my project.

@jpartidamtb 2 жыл бұрын

@@tracylieu3211 www.jaycobuilderspm.com

@FlowJunkie65 9 ай бұрын

Brilliant, Hektor! Thank you for all this wonderful information! Liked and subscribed. ¡Échale ganas! 🤜🤛

@Shibatastic2 9 ай бұрын

Your video is a breath of fresh air. I was being quoted 125k to 200k to turn an existing structure with plumbing and electrical in it which I felt was ridiculous. Thank you so much for this video, gives me hope to help house my aging mom in an affordable way

@carlosz9553 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience, I’m been planning to start a project like that, thanks again for tips and ideas 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 great information

@lindanolasco3918 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this valuable information! You are an incredible person for sharing and helping others!

@user-ie9we1sv7o 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing vital information that would have costed so much money, you sir, are making a huge positive impact on peoples lives! Thank you! Im the type of person that likes to not only save money, but it angers me to pay other people (who takes advantage) to do something i could just do on my own

@FamilyFlippers 9 ай бұрын

You are so organized with your prices. I build these all the time, starting price is still 80K. I do it for others and a lot for myself. Great video!

@cwr8618 9 ай бұрын

Where are you located?

@FamilyFlippers 9 ай бұрын

Los Angeles@@cwr8618

@travonwhitmore556 2 жыл бұрын

HeK, you did it again Sr. Keep going, God bless

@cristanoisthebest Жыл бұрын

Appreicate your honesty.

@southengirl1 2 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate you for sharing this information with all of us in the format. It’s so difficult to get information and the contractors are just ripoffs ( many of them)? I appreciate their knowledge but they play so many games with us? Your place is beautiful, really amazing. You did a great job o course! Here in the Bay Area it’s crazy expensive…Great Job Hector! …and thank you again and again!!!

@HektorCastillo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind comment. It's nice to know you appreciate the content. I agree there are some excellent contractors however for the most part, specifically ADU contractors are out to get as much as they can in profits from homeowners. Good luck in your project, I'll be making a few more videos soon. Thank you once again!!!

@josea.morataya8405 2 жыл бұрын

Woww Hektor that was very nice of you of sharing all this information . will reach out to you and the girl you mention for plans.Thanks

@germanenciso5269 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats Hektor for your work - I also took it upon myself to build without general contractor, and it worked well but keep in mind it takes a lot longer. In my case about two years, which when you take into account lost rent does not save quite as much money

@dannydee9919 9 ай бұрын

were you buiding a duplex?. in no way should an acu of 750 sqft take 2 years to build, absolutely no way.

@cuzuvmcvoy Жыл бұрын

You're amazing, Hector! Glad to have found your channel.

@HektorCastillo Жыл бұрын

Thank you glad you enjoy it!

@saundrasaumay9767 9 ай бұрын

This is so smart Hektor, thank you, I just suscribed.

@rosaleecabrera2890 Жыл бұрын

Thank you fir sharing your experience!!! Great video.

@JMSG77 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the summary in the beginning 👍

@htsyami 9 ай бұрын

Honestly, it’s great that you built it and learned from the city inspector. But the general contractor isn’t only being paid for the work performed but also for their knowledge and skills in navigating the building process. So it’s not really shady for them to not give that knowledge away for free. That being said, some contractors do overcharge for their services.

@RocRaiden 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Hector! Your video is encouraging me to build my own Adu as well. I have just submit my plan to the city a few weeks ago and waiting for approval. How long did it take you to build your adu?

@jollyrigger1560 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience.

@jaygreenwhittier 2 жыл бұрын

Hektor great job building your ADU! Great video and good information. I am a private lender, flipper and builder and I am going to build an ADU in Whittier at one of my rental properties. I am getting bids to build a ground-up 760 sq ft ADU from about $96k to $120k. You were very smart and your patience paid off by going owner-builder and subbing everything out. Great job! Jay Green

@laprepper 2 жыл бұрын

Did you flip property or just refi and rent?

@SmokinKlocks Жыл бұрын

@@laprepper I hope he’s reno and holding

@cwr8618 9 ай бұрын

Flippers! Taking affordable homes families could buy and making them completely unaffordable! Yay!!

@8tuvang 6 ай бұрын

This video deserves my sub. Thanks Hektor

@HektorCastillo 4 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@Manohman-fx2jq Жыл бұрын

I’m building an ADU right now and I’m cutting corners like you , by being directly involved in the construction. It can be done , you might need one or two people to help with some of the heavy lifting , but it is do able. This video feels different once going through the process myself.

@Youtube_ban_me 9 ай бұрын

This was awesome! You are the man! Do you have any content or information on how to build a 2nd story to a house?

@lizhertel5978 2 жыл бұрын

wow this is amazing thank you for the information!

@ER-rt9le 2 жыл бұрын

Great video thank you for all the info you shared!

@halfsharkalligatorhalfman Жыл бұрын

@1:11 when I saw the giant Halloween statue behind you... I knew you were filming on my street. I'm 1/2 block down the street from there. Came looking for info for my garage and was like, "heyyyyy he's across the street from that crazy guy, Dennis."

@acedomingo8005 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this.... this is so helpful.

@maritzadiaz8249 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, but I don't think I can do that. I wish I was healthy enough to complete a grandma home. You are so talented. Blessings.

@ebggullette 24 күн бұрын

Thank you!! From Spring Valley, CA

@chilukanand 2 жыл бұрын

wow you are such a DIY guy. Great job mate!

@santiagotoro3492 3 ай бұрын

This hyped me up bro thank you !

@LGDiscipleshipCenter 9 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you for your thoughtfulness 👍

@JosephPeretz 2 жыл бұрын

Great video man! Thank for sharing.

@atomp153 Жыл бұрын

Great info, thank you for sharing! 🤙

@good2greatness Ай бұрын

Great job. Thank you for sharing this.

@iceWaterProductions1 Жыл бұрын

Great channel. I live in Texas and plan on building a detached building to house my music collection and live in while renting out my house. I want to keep costs under $50,000.

@anthonyacevedo6672 2 жыл бұрын

Another excellent video. I will definitely be reaching to you in a month or two once I get my lender pre approval letter. I will need an agent that’s knowledgeable about ADUs for my next purchase.

@HektorCastillo 2 жыл бұрын

Anthony it will an honor to help you find a house 🏡. Getting your offer accepted will be the hard part. Building the ADU will be easy 😄👍

@Eden639 9 ай бұрын

Congratulations on your ADU and your smarts.

@DanielHigueraOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Such a great video! Thank you !

@jarrodporter361 11 ай бұрын

Hektor, thank you for sharing your process. This was helpful. I'm interested in pursuing some vacate land and have been looking at different options that could be built there. This may be a way to drastically reduce cost and get the ball rolling sooner. Thank you.

@billger5710 7 ай бұрын

and would the efficiency of a contractor allow for getting the unit rented and generating income, all trade offs of course and whether or not funds are available.

@MichaelGilmoreTV 4 ай бұрын

In Los Angeles, according to Building, Planning & Safety Department, you can act as an owner-builder and build 1-to-4 units as long as you hire qualified subcontractors. I’m introducing a 599 sf Modern Home to the Los Angeles market, which will sell for $100,000. I expect 10,000 pre-orders around the state yielding $1 Billion gross🏠💯💰. Remember, general contractors markups are high and all they do is hire subcontractors 👀👍🏿.

@tonycastellon922 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such useful information, congrats you did a pretty good job in your ADU

@HektorCastillo 2 жыл бұрын

Tony thank you. A new video is out, i created a construction guide that you can use to copy my strategy and build an ADU as an owner builder

@WillJohnsonSD_Inspector 2 жыл бұрын

The ADU ordinances have been powerful enablers to homeowners. It has been exciting to help homeowners create affordable housing for loved ones and attractive passive income. Useful information. Saved lots of money. We're all money-saving consumers. You save lots of money doing your own labor. You are very thorough in your research. You learned a lot as a realtor in homes and construction. You stated easy. I really struggle with that. I'm in construction management and financing specializing in ADUs. I rebut that building an ADU is an easy DIY project. It's anything but. Most homeowners do not have your discipline & experience and the time....lots of time. I assure you many homeowners don't have the time and experience to do their own labor. Your focus solely on the cost of construction is unfortunately limited. I'm surprised you didn't put on your realtor hat and look at the value in appreciation, and cash flow. Even using a design-build firm where your costs are higher still shows good property valuation and attractive cash flow. DIY ADUs are beyond most homeowners. I have every confidence that the marketplace is better served by working with quality contractors.

@cwr8618 9 ай бұрын

@h2s142good points. I think about this a lot. We’ve done an ADU a few years ago and are doing drawings right now for a couple more. I’ve also worked in a city engineering department and the mgmt on resources is scary out here in SoCal

@cr3126 5 ай бұрын

Great job brother. Inspiring work. Keep it up!

@HektorCastillo 4 ай бұрын

Thanks! Will do!

@justinbradshaw1410 Жыл бұрын

Now thats what I call a description box!!

@joecontreras5444 2 жыл бұрын

Your honestly a real team player 👍👌, pray for blessings your way.

@HektorCastillo 2 жыл бұрын

Joe thank you for the kind comment 👍

@jkfredrick20 2 жыл бұрын

Really great video!

@Eric-pw4ip 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for making this video. I’ve had some crazy estimates myself. Someone quoted me $350k-400k for an ADU and moving master bathroom on a raised home.

@viriiu8 9 ай бұрын

This information was great!

@dcat33 9 ай бұрын

Excellent program to ensure cars continue to stack on the streets. How this program isn't a second story add on only, so cars can still be garaged is mind-boggling

@md-wg4bz 9 ай бұрын

I’m glad my next door neighbor is only doing a single story ADU. If he had done a two story, it would have taken away the privacy of my backyard.

@dcat33 9 ай бұрын

@@md-wg4bzyour back yard is not private no matter how private you think it is. Anyone can raise a pole in their yard with a 360 camera on the tip and you couldn't do a thing

@franciscoolvera6871 Жыл бұрын

This video was very helpful Thank you Sir!

@HektorCastillo Жыл бұрын

Most welcome!

@theone4042 Жыл бұрын

Your a smart guy!! Great job Hektor

@HektorCastillo Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@eddiemoney1363 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the information!!!!

@dianamsw245 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Great prices. How did the assessor office assess this? Your actual cost or market?

@MuayThaiTherapy 2 жыл бұрын

Good for you. Figuring it out on the way doesn’t work for everyone. I need someone to head the project.

@joemaycen8556 5 ай бұрын

I really like your videos on how to make extra income, good job Hektor!..

@HektorCastillo 4 ай бұрын

Joe thank you for the kind comment

@EdwardSaeteurn Жыл бұрын

Great job!!!

@leslierose8504 9 ай бұрын

Wow! You are an angel for creating this channel! My husband and I are in the middle of doing our ADU and your advice is GOLDEN! Continue the great work!

@TeacherBecks 2 жыл бұрын

You are an inspiration to me!!

@estercarrillo5351 2 жыл бұрын

Great video.. thank you

@peterdang9837 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Hektor! I love your videoss

@peterdang9837 2 жыл бұрын

For duplex with 2 attached garages, do you need to replace parking space? I heard that you dont need it if u live within 1/2 mile from the bus stop. Do they calculate the distance between the bus stop and the house or the conversion garage?

@yunggloboxing4718 9 ай бұрын

I respect this 🤝🏽

@jonathanmosley9867 9 ай бұрын

You are the best sir!!!!

@arnoldhuynh7473 Жыл бұрын

Great video Keep it up

@ricardovelasco1365 9 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot for the info!

@robertoaguilar9784 5 ай бұрын

Thank you. Your video is very informative….

@EPmediaman 9 ай бұрын

Hektor you are dope! I am a general contractor. Nice video. Just do it bro.

@jm3martinez 2 жыл бұрын

Everyone commenting on their $1,000 iPhone that cost Apple $500. If you can only afford a lesser phone that’s ok. It’ll get the job done. But let’s not sit around and blame apple. They have operating costs, marketing, they have to warranty, and make a profit like any business.

@anitamaribelflores2562 Жыл бұрын

Thanks hektor!!!!!!!

@HAGA7793 2 жыл бұрын

I'm in a very similar situation. I'm almost done pulling permits and I got a few quotes that I'm not happy with. Many of these contractors are overselling themselves, especially now, more than ever. In fact I'm going a step further and actually doing the labor myself.

@Leo-mf6ct 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe you’re too cheap my friend👍🏽

@711exile 2 жыл бұрын

@@Leo-mf6ct Maybe you're a contractor my friend

@vroor32 9 ай бұрын

@@Leo-mf6ctnothing wrong with being cheap. It's his money, and his time.

@cwr8618 9 ай бұрын

⁠@@711exilewhy would him being a contractor make him inherently bad?

@samlyons3552 9 ай бұрын

Thank You for reminding me why I left ca. over a decade ago......Good Luck too You Sir

@JovialPlanet 2 жыл бұрын

Not some.All. They think everyone is an effing idiot. All. That is why I take matters in my own hand and exactly do you have done. Never throw all work for one person to do.