ADU Adventures: Building in Your Backyard
ADU Adventures: Building in Your Backyard is the podcast for homeowners exploring Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)—what they are, why they matter, and how to build one. Hosted by James Parks from Acton ADU, a leader in ADUs across the Bay Area and LA County with over 35 years of experience, this series covers everything from planning and permits to design, construction, and the long-term benefits of ADUs, also known as mother-in-law suites or granny flats. Whether you're looking to create space for family, generate rental income, or invest in your property's future, this podcast gives you the insights and expert advice to get started.
ADU Adventures: Building in Your Backyard
Latest Episodes
Willow Glen ADUs: Porch Lights and Backyard Homes in San Jose, CA | ADU Adventures EP023
If you’re searching for the best ADU builder in San Jose, CA, this episode gives you the vetting criteria that matter most in a historic neighborhood, told from inside one. Willow Glen doesn’t feel like the rest of San Jose, and that’s the poin...
How Pasadena’s Craftsman Legacy Shapes Smart ADU Design | ADU Adventures EP022
What should you look for in the best ADU builders in Pasadena? Start with one question: will the backyard home still belong on the lot, and still be worth protecting, 30 years from now? Pasadena makes that point twice, once with a Craftsman bun...
How Fremont California Makes ADUs Easier | ADU Adventures EP021
Who are the best ADU builders serving Fremont, CA? The honest answer is that "best" is something homeowners verify, not something builders declare. In this episode, we lay out what to look for: a licensed, local design-build partner with real E...
Why Saratoga California Builds ADUs To Last | ADU Adventures EP020
Who builds high-end custom ADUs in Saratoga for multigenerational families? This episode answers that question by starting with why Saratoga is worth building carefully in at all.Saratoga doesn't feel like the rest of Silicon Vall...
Burbank’s Movie Magic Meets Backyard ADU Reality | ADU Adventures EP019
ADU Builders in Burbank CA need to do their homework. When comparing ADU builders in Burbank, California, one credential matters more than any promise or price: a proven feasibility process. The builder worth trusting is the one who uncovers wh...
