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ADU conversions, done right.

Buck Built is an owner-operated general contracting company based in Grass Valley, California, specializing in turning garages, basements, outbuildings, and other underused spaces into beautiful, functional ADUs.

We believe creating good housing shouldn't require an outrageous budget. Owner and lead builder Nick Buck brings 15+ years of hands-on building experience and a passion for thoughtful, sustainable construction — with a focus on doing excellent work without unnecessary expense.

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An ADU can be a surprisingly good investment.

Have a space that could become an ADU?

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A lot of homeowners assume creating an ADU means spending $150,000, $200,000, or more. It doesn't have to.

Our recent ADU conversions have landed around $50,000, or roughly $150 per square foot — well below Nevada County's estimated $250–$400 per square foot for typical ADU construction.

One recent ~$40,000 conversion rented for $1,500/month almost immediately — roughly $18,000 in first-year rent.

That's the opportunity: take space you already have, turn it into a comfortable home, create a meaningful source of rental income, and add housing for local residents — without building an entirely new structure.