Explore an ADU for Your Property
Accessory dwelling units for family, guests, or rental income.
Over 16 Years
In business since 2010
An accessory dwelling unit gives you a second, self-contained living space on a property you already own, whether that’s for aging parents, adult children, guests, or rental income. Up Building Homes Improvements builds ADUs across the Baltimore area, including garage conversions, basement units, and detached builds.
Not every property can carry an ADU, and the constraints are usually zoning and utilities rather than budget. We check what your lot and local code allow before you spend money on drawings, and we tell you plainly if the answer is no.
An ADU is held to a different standard than a spare bedroom. It needs a kitchen, a full bath, its own entrance, proper egress, and utility connections that satisfy an inspector. We build to that standard, so what you end up with is a legal unit rather than a room you can’t rent.
Our Process
We look at your lot, your existing structures, and what the local code will actually allow before anything else.
A layout that meets code for a dwelling unit, then the permitting the build requires.
An itemized quote covering shell, mechanicals, and finishes, so the real cost is visible upfront.
Framing through final finishes, including the kitchen, bath, and utility connections that make it a true dwelling.
Built to Last
Every adu construction project at Up Building Homes Improvements is backed by a 1-year workmanship guarantee on all labor. We use high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship so your investment looks great and lasts for years to come.
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(443) 596-4575FAQ
An accessory dwelling unit is a second, self-contained living space on a property that already has a home. It has its own kitchen, bathroom, and entrance, whether it's detached, above a garage, or built out of an existing basement.
That depends on your lot and local zoning, and it's the first thing we check. We'll tell you early if your property can't support one rather than after you've paid for drawings.
An ADU is a legal dwelling unit, which means it needs its own kitchen, bath, entrance, egress, and code-compliant utilities. A finished basement is extra living space within your home. The permitting and the cost are meaningfully different.
Yes. All of our labor is backed by a 1-year workmanship guarantee.
“Great Experience”
Working with Max was a great experience. Max was professional, timely, and understanding of what our needs were, and he took the time to answer all of our questions. I couldn’t be happier with the work Max and his team did in our basement following a flood. It came out better than it was before the water damage! I would highly recommend Max to anyone looking for work in their home.
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