Detached Backyard Units
A self contained unit with its own kitchen, bathroom and entrance, separate from the main house.
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ADU Builder Clearwater: A Second Home on the Lot You Already Own
ADU builder Clearwater builds garage conversions, backyard units and in-law suites, permitted and finished by one licensed team.
- Licensed, Bonded & Insured Contractors
- 1-Year Workmanship Warranty
- On-Time, On-Budget Project Delivery
- In-house Designer Included
Tell us about your ADU.Free estimate.
Tell us about your ADU.Free estimate.
OUR CLIENTS
What Our Clients Say About Working With Us
EXCELLENT Based on 62 reviews 
We became clients of Elite Builder Renovation after having a bad experience with a previous contractor, who left us high and dry. After interviewing 3 contractors, and doing a thorough background check, we decided to work with Elite. It was the best decision we ever made! Our project was a complete overhaul, gutting and renovating an original 1984 home, from top to bottom. Before we started working together, we came up with a budget and timeline. Our new home was completed on time and on budget. Again - on time AND on budget. We were out of state during most of the work, so daily/weekly updates from Elite was important. Communication was exceptional with our Project Manager, Jay. Whether it was a phone call, daily texts/photo’s, or weekly FaceTime walk-through videos, Jay was constantly giving us updates. The detailed carpentry and tile work done throughout our home, exceeded our expectations. Elite Builder Renovation is honest, professional and reliable. This ‘complete reno’, has been a positive and low stress experience. At the end of the day, Elite, Jay and his team, built us a beautiful home - thank you!!
Jacob and his team are fantastic! They are professional, reliable, and consistently deliver high-quality work. Communication is excellent throughout the entire process, and both projects I've worked on with Jacob were completed on time and within budget. It's refreshing to work with a contractor who follows through on his commitments and takes pride in his work. I highly recommend Jacob and his team for any construction needs!
Jacob and his team did a great job with my garage to ADU conversion! They navigated the complex city permitting process and completed the work in a timely manner – very professional!
I had a very good experience with this company Thank you
We are beyond impressed with the work Elite Builders Renovations did on our rental property bathroom remodel. They completely transformed an outdated, worn-out bathroom into a modern, elegant space that looks absolutely incredible. Every detail, from the tile work to the vanity, fixtures, and overall finish, was completed with exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail. Throughout the project, the team was professional, reliable, and easy to communicate with. They kept the job site clean, stayed on schedule, and made sure everything was done right. The quality of the finished product exceeded our expectations, and we couldn't be happier with the result. If you're looking for a contractor who takes pride in their work and delivers outstanding results, I highly recommend Elite Builders Renovations. We'll definitely be using them again for future home projects!
Jacob was very responsive and cooperative. The finished job met my expectations.
Great to work with. Always met deadlines great craftsmanship. Would use again.
Highly recommend Elite Builder Renovations They did a full renovation of my house and the results were amazing. Professional team, great communication, and high-quality work from start to finish.
Why Choose Us
Why Clearwater Homeowners Choose Us to Build Your ADU
We are a licensed general contractor working across Clearwater, and this is one of the trades we run ourselves rather than hand to a subcontractor.
Need more than one trade? See everything we do as a general contractor in Clearwater.
Licensed, Insured and Bonded
Certified General Contractor in Florida since 2016, license CGC1537676, carrying $1,000,000 in liability coverage and workers’ compensation.
Every Clearwater job is completed to code, with a one year labor warranty on our work.
Design and Construction Experts
You get an itemized written estimate before anything starts, covering scope, materials and cost.
No hidden fees and no surprise extras later.
Our in-house designer sits down with you at no cost to plan the layout and choose the materials.
You see it before you commit to it.
Permits & Compliance Handled
We pull every permit the job needs and meet the inspectors ourselves, through a private provider rather than waiting on the county alone.
A single project manager runs your job from design to the final walkthrough, with photos in a group text every day.
You always know who to ask and what happens next.
We Create StunningAmazingModern Spaces
How Your Clearwater ADU Gets Built
Five stages, so you always know where the job is.
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Feasibility and the Walkthrough
We check the lot against the zoning, the setbacks and the utility connections, and tell you what can legally go there before you spend anything.
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Your Free Estimate
A written itemized price covering the design, the build and the sitework, each separated out so you can see what drives the number.
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Design and Materials
A floor plan drawn for your lot, then finishes chosen with our designer.
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Permits and Construction
Zoning review and permits filed, then foundation, shell, trades and finish.
Payment by stage as each one is completed.
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The Final Walkthrough
We run the whole unit with you before the keys change hands.
Final payment comes only after you are satisfied.
ADU BUILDERS FOR Clearwater PROPERTY OWNERS
What We Build on a Clearwater Property
Rental income, family, or somewhere for guests to stay.
What fits depends on the lot, and we check that before you spend anything.
Garage Conversions
The cheapest route to a legal second unit, because the shell, the slab and the roof are already there.
Attached In-Law Suites
A suite with its own entrance for parents or adult children, connected to the house but private.
Bathroom Remodeling Clearwater
Walk-in showers, new tile and full bathroom rebuilds in Clearwater.
Kitchen Remodeling Clearwater
Cabinets, counters, lighting and layout changes in Clearwater.
Home Remodeling Clearwater
Several rooms or the whole house in Clearwater, every trade run by one team.
Tell Us About Your Clearwater Lot. The Estimate Is Free.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to build an ADU in Clearwater?
An ADU is priced by what it is. A garage conversion is the cheapest route, because the slab, walls and roof already exist. A new detached unit costs considerably more, since it needs its own foundation, its own utility connections and sitework to reach it.
We give you an itemized written price for your lot rather than a range that does not apply to it.
The estimate and the feasibility check are both free.
How long does it take to build an ADU in Clearwater?
A garage conversion is usually two to four months. A new detached unit runs six to twelve months including design and permitting. You get a start date and a finish date when the agreement is signed.
Can I rent it out?
In many cases yes, and long term rental is what most owners do with it. What your own lot allows is one of the first things we check, before you have spent anything.
Is a garage conversion really cheaper?
Clearly cheaper, because the expensive parts are already built. What it costs you is the parking and the storage, so it is worth deciding that before the design starts.
Do you handle zoning and permits?
Yes, all of it. In Clearwater your address decides who issues the permit, the city or Pinellas County at 440 Court Street. We work out which one before the job starts.
Can an ADU be built for a parent to live in?
That is one of the most common reasons people call us. An attached suite with its own entrance keeps family close without either household losing its privacy.