Jackson Layne is a licensed ADU contractor in Los Gatos, helping homeowners plan, permit, and build custom ADUs. We build detached and attached ADUs, garage conversions, and JADUs, and handle the entire project from early planning through construction.
Tell us about your property, the ADU you're considering, and where you are in the process. We'll help you understand what's possible and the right next step.
(408) 710-1170Typical Scope
An ADU may be smaller than the main house, but the same level of detail still matters. Good layouts, real kitchens, useful storage, quality materials, natural light, integrated appliances, and exterior finishes are what make the space work as a home.
Full kitchens with thoughtful layouts, quality cabinetry, stone countertops, tile, lighting, fixtures, and room to actually cook.
Siding, roofing, windows, doors, trim, entries, decks, lighting, and exterior materials that tie the ADU back to the main property.
Well-planned bathrooms with tiled showers, vanities, quality fixtures, glass, lighting, and durable waterproof finishes.
Ranges, refrigerators, dishwashers, ventilation, microwaves, and laundry equipment planned into the layout from the start.
Hardwood, engineered wood, tile, and other durable materials selected to fit the project and how the ADU will be used.
Kitchen cabinets, vanities, built-ins, shelving, closets, and custom storage, designed intentionally around the available space.
Cost Calculator
The cost of a custom ADU in Los Gatos can vary depending on utility requirements, the size of the structure, and overall scope, including tile, cabinetry, fixtures, and other final material selections. Use the calculator below to estimate a cost range for your project.
End-to-End Planning
The drawings matter, but so do the decisions behind them. We want the property, scope, utilities, structure, selections, permit path, and budget understood early enough to shape the project before construction begins. Working through those details upfront helps expose cost, schedule, and construction issues while they are still easier to solve.
Our Process
As a Los Gatos ADU builder, Jackson Layne manages the project from early planning through construction. We coordinate the designers, engineers, permits, trades, schedule, and field work so you're not piecing together separate teams on your own.
5-Star Reviews
They managed the entire process for us.
"They managed the entire process for us, including getting the project through permitting. They communicated clearly throughout and paid attention to the details that mattered most to us."
What stood out to me was how honest they were up front.
"Most contractors will try to lowball you, banking on change orders or delays in the future to make up the cost. With Jackson Layne, I knew what my costs were going to be, and the build quality was impressive."
They took the anxiety out of our renovation.
"Before finding Jackson Layne, we were at a standstill on our project. It felt impossible to get clear answers, but as soon as we started talking with them, we knew we had found our contractor."
They managed the entire process for us.
"They managed the entire process for us, including getting the project through permitting. They communicated clearly throughout and paid attention to the details that mattered most to us."
What stood out to me was how honest they were up front.
"Most contractors will try to lowball you, banking on change orders or delays in the future to make up the cost. With Jackson Layne, I knew what my costs were going to be, and the build quality was impressive."
They took the anxiety out of our renovation.
"Before finding Jackson Layne, we were at a standstill on our project. It felt impossible to get clear answers, but as soon as we started talking with them, we knew we had found our contractor."
They managed the entire process for us.
"They managed the entire process for us, including getting the project through permitting. They communicated clearly throughout and paid attention to the details that mattered most to us."
What stood out to me was how honest they were up front.
"Most contractors will try to lowball you, banking on change orders or delays in the future to make up the cost. With Jackson Layne, I knew what my costs were going to be, and the build quality was impressive."
They took the anxiety out of our renovation.
"Before finding Jackson Layne, we were at a standstill on our project. It felt impossible to get clear answers, but as soon as we started talking with them, we knew we had found our contractor."
They managed the entire process for us.
"They managed the entire process for us, including getting the project through permitting. They communicated clearly throughout and paid attention to the details that mattered most to us."
What stood out to me was how honest they were up front.
"Most contractors will try to lowball you, banking on change orders or delays in the future to make up the cost. With Jackson Layne, I knew what my costs were going to be, and the build quality was impressive."
They took the anxiety out of our renovation.
"Before finding Jackson Layne, we were at a standstill on our project. It felt impossible to get clear answers, but as soon as we started talking with them, we knew we had found our contractor."
Project Resources
Official local and statewide resources for understanding Los Gatos ADU requirements, permit applications, development standards, and the planning process.
Town of Los Gatos ADU Information
Local ADU information, development standards, permitting guidance, summary resources, and pre-approved plan information.
Los Gatos ADU & JADU Application
Town application forms, guidelines, and submittal information for ADU and JADU building permits.
Santa Clara County ADU Resource Center
Countywide information and tools covering ADU planning, feasibility, costs, financing, and the development process.
California ADU Handbook
Current statewide guidance from the California Department of Housing and Community Development covering California ADU laws and requirements.
FAQs
Straight answers to common questions we hear from homeowners planning an ADU project.
Yes, but the size and placement depend on the specific lot constraints and existing conditions. We start by reviewing the property, available area, access, utilities, existing structures, and applicable requirements before determining the best approach.
Tell us a few details about your property and the ADU you're considering. We'll help you understand the scope, process, and the right next steps.