California ADU Builder Scam & Failure Tracker (2026)
A running, source-cited record of California ADU builders that have collapsed, been suspended, or been accused of fraud, with CSLB license status and how to protect yourself.
Guides
ADU guides and resources for California homeowners
Dezign Construction & Green LA Construction Group: What California Homeowners Should Know (2026)
Two families accuse LA-area contractor Dezign Construction of taking hundreds of thousands and not finishing. Its principals now operate as Green LA Construction Group. The public record, and how to protect yourself.
A Contractor Took Your Money in California and Didn’t Finish: Your Recovery Playbook (2026)
A step-by-step plan if a California contractor took your money and did not finish: terminate, file a CSLB complaint, claim the $25,000 bond, small claims or civil court, and report to the AG.
Accessory Dwelling Unit Meaning — The Definition, Types, and California Rules (2026)
What is an accessory dwelling unit? Full definition, types, California rules, and how ADUs differ from other housing options. Updated 2026.
CSLB Status Explained — Active, Expired, Suspended, Revoked (2026 California Guide)
What does your CSLB license status mean? Active, Expired, Suspended, Revoked explained. Plus bond status, workers comp, and complaint history. Free lookup tool.
How to Check a Contractor’s License in California (2026 Guide)
California contractor license lookup — check any CSLB license instantly. Verify status, bond, workers’ comp, and complaint history before you hire.
ADU Architect vs Contractor California: Which Do You Need? (2026)
Do you need an ADU architect or a general contractor in California? Real differences in cost, role, and when you need both. Updated 2026.
What Is an ADU? The Complete California Guide (2026)
What is an ADU? Everything California homeowners need to know — types, costs, permits, and how to find a verified builder. Updated 2026.
How to Find ADU Builders Near Me in California (2026)
How to find verified ADU builders near you in California. What to check before you hire and how to avoid fraud. Updated 2026.
ADU Construction in California: The Complete 2026 Guide
Everything California homeowners need to know about ADU construction — costs, permits, timelines, and how to find a verified contractor. Updated 2026.