ADU Builder in Plano & DFW: Guest Houses, Casitas & Garage Conversions

Need room for an aging parent, a grown kid moving back home, long-term guests or a quiet place to work? An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) adds private living space on the property you already own. Akraba Remodeling is a certified remodeler based in Plano serving the Dallas–Fort Worth area. We design and build detached backyard guest houses and casitas, garage conversions, attached in-law suite additions, apartments above a garage, and attics, basements or existing rooms turned into a separate suite.

Every ADU we build is site-built on your property. We don’t sell prefab or modular units. Every project starts with a free on-site 3D design and a free estimate. We help check city and HOA rules, our engineer prepares the drawings, and Akraba pulls permits. Most ADUs take about 1 to 6 months from start to finish, depending on size, including plans, permits and construction.

What Is an ADU?

An ADU is a second, smaller living space on the same lot as your main home. It can include a bedroom, bathroom, living area and kitchen. People call them a guest house, casita, backyard cottage, granny flat, mother-in-law suite, in-law suite, garage apartment or carriage house. In Plano, the official name for a detached ADU is a backyard cottage. The right type depends on your lot, budget, zoning and how you plan to use it.

ADUs We Design and Build

Detached Backyard Guest Houses & Casitas

A detached guest house or casita gives privacy with its own entrance. We plan its location, utilities and architectural match to your main house.

Garage Conversions

We turn attached or detached garages into bedroom suites, in-law suites, offices or studios. We handle insulation, framing the garage door opening, windows, flooring, HVAC, plumbing for a bathroom or kitchenette and exterior matching. We check city and HOA parking rules first.

In-Law Suite Additions

An attached mother-in-law suite adds a bedroom, bathroom and sitting area, often with a kitchenette. It can include step-free entries, wider doorways and walk-in showers for aging in place.

Apartments Above a Garage

Where zoning and structure allow, we build garage apartments above new or existing detached garages. Height limits, stairs, foundation and framing need careful planning.

Attic, Basement & Existing-Room Conversions

We convert attics, basements, bonus rooms and existing rooms into private suites with bathrooms and, where allowed, kitchenettes or separate entrances.

What’s Included When Akraba Remodeling Builds Your ADU

Depending on your property and project, it can include:

• Site visit for the lot, structure and utility locations
• Free on-site 3D design and free estimate
• Help checking city zoning and HOA rules
• Engineered plans prepared by our engineer; Akraba pulls permits
• Site-built foundation, framing, exterior walls, windows and doors
• Plumbing, electrical, HVAC, kitchens, kitchenettes and bathrooms
• Tile showers, vanities and accessibility features
• Insulation, drywall, flooring, paint, trim and exterior finishes
• Inspections and final walkthrough

See our kitchen remodeling and bathroom remodeling services for interior ideas.

Plano ADU Rules: What to Know Before You Build

Plano allows one detached backy