THE PREMIER TINY HOME BUILDERS IN UTAH
AND TINY HOME BUILDERS IN CALIFORNIA
Custom-built tiny homes designed for modern living. As trusted tiny home builders in Utah and experienced tiny home builders in California, we create high-quality, code-compliant homes built to last.
Where We Build
We proudly serve homeowners looking to expand their living space with high-quality Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Tiny Homes. Whether you need a backyard rental, an in-law suite, a home office, or extra space for family, we bring expert craftsmanship and seamless project management to every build.
If you’re searching for tiny home builders in Utah or tiny home builders in California, our team supports custom builds from start to finish. Our service areas include Utah and Southern California, giving homeowners a trusted partner for ADU and tiny home solutions that fit their lifestyle, timeline, and property needs.
Our Services
Every property and client’s needs are different. At Nest, we’re able to tailor our designs and project types to fit your needs.
Detached ADU
Maximize your property with a custom detached ADU that’s built for rental income, guests, extended family, or a home office. From the first concept to final completion, we handle the full process, design, permits, construction, and project management, so you get a smooth build and a finished space you’re proud to use. Serving homeowners and property owners looking for tiny home builders in Utah and tiny home builders in California, with trusted solutions across Utah and Southern California.
Attached ADU
An attached ADU expands your home with seamless living space for family, guests, or rental income. If you’re searching for Utah tiny home builders or California tiny home builders, we build high-quality ADUs, plus Utah tiny homes and California tiny homes, designed to fit your property and lifestyle.
Garage Conversion
Convert your garage into functional living space designed for bedrooms, home offices, or entertainment. If you’re looking for Utah tiny home builders or California tiny home builders, we build high-quality conversions and Utah tiny homes and California tiny homes that fit your property and lifestyle.
Garages
Nest Tiny Homes designs and builds custom garages that add value and functionality to your home. If you’re searching for Utah tiny home builders or California tiny home builders, we also create high-quality Utah tiny homes and California tiny homes designed to fit your property and lifestyle.
Pool Houses
A Nest Tiny Homes pool house adds comfort and resort-style luxury to your backyard, giving you a polished space for changing, entertaining, or hosting guests year-round. From Utah tiny homes to California tiny homes, we design every build to fit the property, flow with the main house, and hold up for real everyday use.
Offices
Custom-designed home offices tailored for productivity, creativity, and business needs, with the same build quality you’d expect from top tiny home builders in Utah and tiny home builders in California.
Our Process
At Nest Tiny Homes, we help you build the perfect ADU for your needs, whether it be for aging parents or rental income, with an easy, streamlined process from start to finish.
STEP 1
SCHEDULE YOUR DISCOVERY CALL
Schedule a discovery call with one of our ADU specialists. Building an ADU is a big commitment, and this call gives you space to ask questions, talk through your needs and requirements, review floorplans and budget, and make sure Nest is the right fit for you and your family. Whether you’re exploring options with Utah tiny home builders or California tiny home builders, we’ll help you get clear on the next best step.
STEP 2
SITE ASSESSMENT
AND FEASABILITY
Once you and your ADU specialist are on the same page with your goals, they will schedule an in-person site visit to look at your property. There are many things that could make or break an ADU project before design even starts – we want to make sure that prior to starting design, your project will be possible. While on site, we will review planning and zoning requirements, residential building setbacks, potential hardscape/landscape challenges, utility runs, and site access. After this site assessment, your specialist will be able to provide you with a full quote (or multiple quotes) that show what plan you chose, where it will be on your property, and how utilities will be ran. These quotes will coincide with what your municipality will allow.
STEP 3
FINANCING
If you’re paying cash or already have financing lined up, feel free to move on to Step 4. For most people, an ADU is the second-largest investment they’ll make after purchasing a home. The good news is there are several financing options that can make the project doable, including home equity lines of credit (HELOCs), construction loans, and second mortgages. Your specialist will work closely with you and one of our lending partners to help you choose the best fit, whether you’re building with Utah tiny home builders or California tiny home builders.
STEP 4
DESIGN AND ENGINEERING
Our in-house architect will hold an initial design consultation with you and the decision maker(s). Here, we review layout, elevations, site plan, and make any changes needed to your chosen design. Once you give approval on the architectural set, your drawings will be sent to our engineering team. The engineers will produce your structural drawings (framing plan, truss layout, foundation plan), structural calculations, and if necessary civil drawings (drainage and grading plans).
STEP 5
PERMITTING
Once we have complete approval from you, we submit our drawings to the municipality we will be building in. Each municipality has vastly different ADU permit requirements. Our pre-construction manager works with our permit processing team, Permit Flow, to compile and submit documents like owner’s affidavits, geotechnical reports, gas line diagrams, and rechecks. It’s our goal to always get an approval on our first round of submissions, but municipalities usually have corrections which we proactively complete and resubmit as soon as possible. Our pre-construction manager will call weekly to check in with the different departments responsible for reviewing to make sure the ball keeps rolling.
STEP 6
INTERIOR DESIGN AND
COLOR SELECTIONS
During the permitting phase, we’ll provide a finish selections packet so you can choose your interior and exterior paint colors, flooring type, plumbing fixtures, decorative lighting, and other design details. To keep your timeline on track, we encourage you to have your selections finalized by the time concrete is poured so materials arrive on time and your project stays moving, from Utah tiny homes to California tiny homes.
STEP 7
CONSTRUCTION
Our construction team shoots to start construction on projects within 3 weeks of permit issuance. When that permit is issued, we schedule a pre-construction meeting with you to review material staging locations, sub-contractor access, working hours, restroom and dumpster locations, or any other questions and concerns you might have. Construction can be messy and confusing – we make a point to over communicate at the start, so expectations are set clear and we are as least intrusive as possible. Generally, our ADU’s are built in about 4 months starting with concrete, then framing, exterior dry in, MEP rough in, drywall, finishes, trim out, and punch. Throughout this process you will receive weekly schedule updates from your project manager and have a dedicated superintendent on the ground to ensure your project is running smooth and work is being done to our standards.
STEP 08
CLOSEOUT AND WARRANTY
Once we pass final inspection, we schedule a final walkthrough with you. During the walkthrough, we review any remaining punch list items, confirm all appliances are working, and make sure you know how to use everything. Our goal is simple: you love the space, you’re happy with the craftsmanship, and you feel confident taking the keys. After final payment is received, you’ll receive a closeout packet with warranty information, owner’s manuals, as-built drawings, and the contact details for our warranty representative if you ever need support. This is the same closeout process our clients expect from top Utah tiny home builders and California tiny home builders. If you’re open to showing off your new ADU, we also love to schedule professional real estate photos and host an open house!
Why Choose Nest Tiny Homes
Many contractors, especially in the residential space, get a bad wrap – and for good reason. Delayed schedules, non-transparent pricing or budgeting, and dishonesty can absolutely derail a construction project. For most of our clients, their ADU is the second most expensive investment they’ll make. We take pride in ensuring they are taken care of every step of the way and that this process is an enjoyable one, not a nightmare.
1. Industry experience – ADUs are a new concept. While California was the first state to allow them, they’ve only been made legal in other states for a few years. Nest was one of the first companies in the game. We have proven and refined our process through dozens of successful projects and happy clients. Every member of the construction team has over 10 years of industry experience that has translated seamlessly into this awesome new product type.
2. Tailored designs – Our pre-designed plans can fit any lot and meet any client’s needs. Our design and construction method allows you to customize your plan so it is a perfect fit for you and your family.
3. Transparent pricing – Our client agreements map out exactly what you’re paying for and when you’ll have to pay for it. We don’t take large deposits, and you only pay us once we’ve provided you with what is in our agreement.
4. Excellent communication – Our project managers and superintendents do our best to overcommunicate. You will receive weekly (at minimum) updates from your dedicated project manager through every step of the process.
5. Beautiful projects – Your ADU will be thoughtfully designed, beautiful, and built durable enough to be used and enjoyed for generations.
1. Industry experience – ADUs are a new concept. While California was the first state to allow them, they’ve only been made legal in other states for a few years. Nest was one of the first companies in the game. We have proven and refined our process through dozens of successful projects and happy clients. Every member of the construction team has over 10 years of industry experience that has translated seamlessly into this awesome new product type.
2. Tailored designs – Our pre-designed plans can fit any lot and meet any client’s needs. Our design and construction method allows you to customize your plan so it is a perfect fit for you and your family.
3. Transparent pricing – Our client agreements map out exactly what you’re paying for and when you’ll have to pay for it. We don’t take large deposits, and you only pay us once we’ve provided you with what is in our agreement.
4. Excellent communication – Our project managers and superintendents do our best to overcommunicate. You will receive weekly (at minimum) updates from your dedicated project manager through every step of the process.
5. Beautiful projects – Your ADU will be thoughtfully designed, beautiful, and built durable enough to be used and enjoyed for generations.
We are dedicated to bringing the highest quality, stick built, concrete slab foundation tiny homes to homeowners all across Utah.
Customizable Designs
Partner with our expert designers to customize your ADU precisely to your specifications.
High-Quality Materials
By combining meticulous planning with expert craftsmanship, we guarantee that your ADU is not only durable but also beautifully designed.
Sustainable Living
We carefully assess your property layout, personal preferences, and intended use to recommend the ideal solution that enhances both functionality and value.
Affordable Luxury
We are passionate about creating innovative and affordable housing solutions that cater to diverse need.
Frequently Asked Questions
What people usually want to know:
Living in a tiny home or ADU offers clear benefits, including lower costs, reduced environmental impact, and simplified living. Many homeowners choose Utah tiny homes because they are more affordable to build and maintain, often come with lower utility expenses, and support a practical, minimalist lifestyle. Likewise, California tiny homes provide a smart alternative in high-cost housing markets by offering efficient design and long-term flexibility. Whether working with experienced ADU builders in Utah or trusted tiny home builders in California, these homes require fewer resources to construct and operate while delivering lasting value.
At Nest Tiny Homes, we offer several financing options for building an ADU in Utah and California. Our team of experienced ADU builders in Utah and trusted tiny home builders in California can walk you through the options that best align with your goals and property. Reach out using the number at the top of the website to get started.
We offer a range of ADU models in Utah and California, from efficient studio layouts to spacious 2- and 3-bedroom units. Designed by experienced ADU builders in Utah and trusted tiny home builders in California, each option is flexible, family-friendly, and built to support a variety of long-term uses.
ADU regulations in Utah vary by city and county, which means there is no single statewide rule governing where ADUs can be built. Local zoning laws determine how and where an ADU in Utah is allowed on a property, similar to how California tiny homes and ADUs are regulated at the local level.
In most areas that permit ADUs in Utah, general guidelines often include:
The ADU must be located on the same lot as the primary residence
Placement is typically limited to the backyard or side yard, not the front yard
Setback requirements apply, establishing minimum distances from property lines
Size limits may be based on lot size and the primary home
To understand what applies to your specific property, it’s important to:
Contact your local city or county planning department
Review zoning laws and ordinances specific to your area
Work with experienced ADU builders in Utah or knowledgeable tiny home builders in California who understand local requirements
Some cities are more ADU-friendly than others, which is why working with builders who regularly navigate both Utah ADU regulations and California tiny home requirements can help streamline the process and avoid unnecessary delays.
Getting utilities for a tiny home or ADU depends on whether the unit is on a permanent foundation, a prefab ADU in Utah, or a mobile structure, along with local regulations. Similar considerations apply to California tiny homes, where utility connections also vary by city and county. Below is a general overview of common utility options.
Electricity
Grid connection: Most permanent ADUs in Utah connect to the local power grid, coordinated with the utility provider and installed by licensed professionals. This is also standard practice for tiny home builders in California working in urban and suburban areas.
Solar power: Solar panels with battery storage are popular for energy efficiency and partial off-grid use in both Utah tiny homes and California tiny homes.
Generator: Often used as a backup solution, especially in rural locations.
Water
Municipal water: Many ADUs in Utah connect directly to city water with proper permits, similar to utility setups used for California tiny homes in serviced areas.
Well water: An option for rural properties, depending on zoning and access.
Rainwater collection: Allowed in some cases, though regulations vary by location and should always be confirmed locally.
Sewage
Municipal sewer: Common for urban and suburban ADUs in Utah and widely used by tiny home builders in California where sewer access is available.
Septic system: May be required for rural properties.
Composting toilets: Sometimes permitted but always subject to local approval.
Internet and Phone
Wired service: Available in most serviced areas, similar to a traditional home.
Cellular data: Hotspots and signal boosters are common solutions.
Satellite internet: Useful for remote or rural sites.
Heating and Cooling
Electric systems: Mini-split heat pumps are a popular, energy-efficient option for ADUs in Utah and California tiny homes alike.
Propane: Often used in off-grid or rural setups.
Wood stoves: Allowed in some areas, depending on local building and fire codes.
Key Considerations
Local regulations: Utility requirements vary by city and county in Utah and California.
Permits: Most permanent ADUs require permits for utility connections.
Professional installation: Working with experienced ADU builders in Utah and knowledgeable tiny home builders in California helps ensure safety and code compliance.
Location and cost: Urban, suburban, and rural sites each impact utility availability and budget.
Efficiency: Energy-efficient systems help reduce long-term operating costs.
Partnering with experienced ADU builders in Utah and tiny home builders in California can simplify utility planning and ensure your ADU is built to local standards from the start.