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ADU builders in Charlotte

The 8 ADU builders from Google's results for Charlotte, North Carolina, ordered by Google rating weighted by review count. No firm pays to be listed or ranked.

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Garage conversion ADU
$51,500 – $129,000existing structure
Detached ADU
$129,000 – $344,000new build, utilities
Prefab ADU
$103,000 – $258,000unit, foundation, install
Charlotte vs US
-14%well below the US median

Licensing in North Carolina. North Carolina licenses general contractors through the NC Licensing Board for General Contractors for larger projects.

Number 1: Day and Co Homes

5.0(36)out of 5, from 36 reviewson GoogleCharlotte, NC

In Charlotte, Day & Co Homes converts basements into finished space, with framing, drywall, insulation, lighting and flooring covered in one scope. Moisture is assessed and remediated before finish work, layouts can serve as offices, guest suites, playrooms or media rooms, and the owner manages each job.

(704) 999-5259 13000 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28278

Number 2: ADUs in Charlotte NC Design Ideas Guidelines and Costs 2026

5.0(8)out of 5, from 8 reviewson GoogleCharlotte

Alison Hall Architect is a Charlotte practice listed for ADU projects, with published material on accessory dwelling design and local guidelines.

(704) 562-3792

Number 3: Nance Brothers LLC

5.0(8)out of 5, from 8 reviewson GoogleCharlotte

Nance Brothers is a Charlotte residential construction company that builds accessory dwelling units. A recent local ADU covered design, permitting and construction, with the new unit planned to match the main house and make the most of its footprint.

(704) 560-9597

Number 4: Charlotte ADU Builders

5.0(6)out of 5, from 6 reviewson GoogleCharlotte

Charlotte ADU Builders builds accessory dwelling units and detached garage projects in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company also publishes local guidance on build timelines, city rules and the neighborhoods where backyard units are most common.

(704) 606-4522

Number 5: Canelli Construction

4.9(25)out of 5, from 25 reviewson GoogleCharlotte, NC

Canelli Construction is a Charlotte home builder offering custom home designs along with residential and commercial construction. The company also builds accessory dwelling units and takes on other building projects in the Charlotte area.

(980) 949-8800 4208 South Blvd a, Charlotte, NC 28209

Number 6: Hopedale Builders

4.6(28)out of 5, from 28 reviewson GoogleCharlotte, NC

Hopedale Builders remodels bathrooms in South Charlotte, from guest half baths and kids' bathrooms to primary suites, with custom cabinets and counters. The firm also takes on general contracting projects and builds accessory dwelling units.

(704) 372-2696 925 Magnolia Ave, Charlotte, NC 28203

Number 7: CLT ADU Plans

No Google reviews yetCharlotte

CLT ADU Plans is listed under ADU builders in Charlotte.

Number 8: Carolinas Building Co

No Google reviews yetCharlotte

Carolinas Building Company builds custom ADUs in Charlotte, North Carolina, for homeowners adding space or a rental unit. The team covers feasibility review, design, permitting and construction, starting with a consultation about the lot and how the unit will be used.

What ADU builders charge in Charlotte

In Charlotte, a garage conversion ADU typically costs $51,500 – $129,000. Remodeling labor in Charlotte runs about 14% below the US median, which accounts for most of the difference from the same project elsewhere.

How to choose between them

  • Check the license yourself. Where North Carolina or Charlotte licenses this work, the licensing board's own lookup confirms a license number in a minute. Do it before you sign, not after.
  • Get three bids on the same scope. Written down, split into labor, materials, allowances and anything structural. Most people compare a total against a total and end up choosing between two different projects.
  • Ask what is not included. Permits, debris removal, fixture and finish allowances, and repairs after demolition are the four that turn a cheap bid into an average one.
  • Never pay a large deposit up front. A deposit to order materials and hold a start date is normal. Half the total before anyone shows up is not.

How this list is ordered

These are the firms from Google's results for "adu builders charlotte", with directories, chains and suppliers removed. They are ordered by Google rating weighted by review count, and the ratings shown are Google's. No firm pays to be listed or ranked. The list was last updated in October 2026.

ADU builders in Charlotte: common questions

Can I build an ADU on my lot?

It depends on your city and state. California, Oregon and Washington have state laws that make ADUs allowed on most single-family lots. Elsewhere it is set by local zoning, so check lot size, setback and owner-occupancy rules with your city first.