ADU Company in Orange, CA
Kitchen remodeling in Orange usually means working inside a 1920s bungalow or a 1950s ranch where the original footprint was built for a different era of cooking. We’re Sunstone ADU Builders, and we handle kitchen remodels as part of our ADU work and as standalone projects, with a focus on making older Orange homes work for the way people actually live now. If you’re planning a kitchen remodel in Orange, call (855) 949-1913 for a free estimate.
Why Orange Homes Are Different
Orange’s housing stock is unusually consistent for Southern California. Walk the streets around Old Towne, the blocks near Plaza Park, or the neighborhoods off Chapman Avenue and you’ll see the same pattern repeating: small 1920s craftsman bungalows and 1940s-1950s ranch homes sitting on lots that are often far more generous than the house itself. That combination changes how we approach every project here. A kitchen in a 900-square-foot bungalow has different constraints than one in a newer east Orange tract home. The original kitchens were typically closed off, 80 to 120 square feet, with a single window and a service porch that’s since been absorbed into the house. Orange’s inland climate means west-facing walls and patios collect real afternoon heat in summer, so when we open up a kitchen or add an ADU, we’re thinking about cross-ventilation, window placement, and shading before we think about finishes. Old Towne adds another layer: if your home is in the historic district, any exterior change including windows visible from the street goes through design review, and matching the early-1900s bungalow vocabulary matters. In the neighborhoods with detached garages and alley access, a garage conversion ADU often becomes the smartest way to add living space without touching the main house’s historic character at all.
Our Main Orange Services
Most Orange homeowners call us about one of two things: building an ADU in the backyard, or remodeling a bathroom that’s still carrying original 1950s tile and fixtures. Here’s how each works in Orange specifically.
ADU Builders in Orange
Orange is one of the more ADU-friendly cities in north Orange County, but the real work happens before we ever pour concrete. We survey the lot, check alley access, locate mature citrus trees that shape where a unit can legally sit, and evaluate whether a detached unit, garage conversion, or attached addition makes the most sense. In Old Towne, we draw plans to keep the unit behind the main house or off the alley so the project clears historic design review without a fight. We’re authorized builders for prefab brands like Abodu and Cover, and we also build traditional stick-built units, so the recommendation always follows your site. Learn more at ADU Builders in Orange.
Bathroom Remodeling in Orange
Orange’s older homes often have one full bath and a half bath that was carved out of a closet sometime in the 1970s. A bathroom remodel here usually means reclaiming wasted space, updating plumbing that’s been in the ground since the Truman administration, and making the room feel larger without adding a single square foot. We handle the full scope in-house, from demolition through tile, fixtures, and lighting, so the job doesn’t stall between contractors. See what’s involved at Bathroom Remodeling in Orange.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees — you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Kitchen Remodeling in Orange
Kitchen remodeling in Orange is different from a remodel in a newer master-planned community. Most of the homes we work on here were built between 1920 and 1960, which means small original footprints, closed-off kitchens, plumbing and electrical that predate modern codes, and floor plans that were never designed for an open concept. The good news is that Orange’s older homes also tend to have real backyards and a sense of permanence that makes the investment worth it. We’re a full-service Kitchen Remodeling contractor with a dedicated ADU specialization, which means the crew that builds your kitchen is the same one that understands how the rest of your property works.
Full Kitchen Renovation
This is the most common project we take on in Orange. It means gutting the original kitchen, reconfiguring the layout, replacing every surface, and often removing a wall to connect the kitchen to the dining room or living area.
Signs you need it
Your kitchen still has the original footprint from when the house was built, and the layout creates bottlenecks every time more than one person is in the room.
What it costs in Orange
A full kitchen renovation in Orange typically runs $45,000 to $85,000, with the final number driven by cabinet quality, appliance selection, and whether we’re moving plumbing or gas lines.
How we do it
We start with a site measurement and design consultation, pull Orange building permits, complete demolition, move any plumbing or electrical, install new flooring, cabinets, countertops, backsplash, appliances, and lighting, and finish with a full walkthrough and cleanup.
Kitchen Island Addition
Many Orange bungalows and ranches have kitchens that are too small for a permanent island. When the layout allows, adding an island with seating transforms how the kitchen functions without expanding the home’s footprint.
Signs you need it
You have a kitchen that opens onto a dining area but no natural gathering spot, and counter space is limited to a single run of cabinets.
What it costs in Orange
A kitchen island addition in Orange typically runs $8,000 to $18,000 depending on size, countertop material, and whether we’re adding electrical outlets or a sink.
How we do it
We confirm the floor plan supports a code-compliant island, run electrical or plumbing if needed, build the base, install the countertop, and finish with trim and seating overhang.
What Kitchen Remodeling Costs in Orange
| Item | Typical range in Orange |
|---|---|
| Full kitchen renovation | $45,000 – $85,000 |
| Cabinet refacing | $7,000 – $14,000 |
| Kitchen island addition | $8,000 – $18,000 |
Kitchens in one-story Orange ranches with crawlspace access tend to run on the lower end because plumbing and electrical are easier to reach. Second-story kitchens or projects in homes with slab foundations push costs higher because access to utilities gets harder.
How long does a kitchen remodel take in Orange?
A full kitchen remodel in Orange typically takes 6 to 10 weeks from demolition to final inspection. Cabinet lead times, custom countertop fabrication, and the city’s inspection schedule are the three variables that most affect the timeline.
Do you handle the permits for a kitchen remodel in Orange?
Yes, we pull all required Orange building permits and schedule inspections as part of the project. If your home is in the Old Towne historic district, we also handle the design review submittal for any exterior-visible work. Call (855) 949-1913 to talk through your project.
Brands We Service in Orange
We’re authorized builders and installers for Abodu and Cover prefab ADU units, and we work with Tuff Shed structures and James Hardie fiber cement siding on both ADUs and primary-home remodels. Parts for these systems are stocked through our local supply partners, which keeps lead times predictable. Learn more about our brands.
Pricing for ADU Company in Orange, CA
| Service | Typical range in Orange |
|---|---|
| ADU construction (traditional) | $250,000 – $400,000+ |
| Prefab ADU (turnkey, installed) | $150,000 – $350,000 |
| Garage conversion to ADU | $120,000 – $200,000 |
| ADU site work and utility hookups | $30,000 – $60,000 |
| Kitchen remodel (full) | $45,000 – $85,000 |
| Bathroom remodel (full) | $25,000 – $50,000 |
| Primary bath remodel | $30,000 – $60,000 |
| Small or hall bath remodel | $15,000 – $30,000 |
Prices in Orange push upward when projects involve historic-district design review, significant foundation or utility work on older homes, or second-story construction. We quote fixed prices in writing before work starts, and we do not hit you with change orders unless you change the scope.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Orange
We work throughout the city of Orange and cover ZIP codes 92859, 92862, 92863, and 92864. Here are some of the neighborhoods we know well:
- Old Towne
- Plaza Park area
- Orange Hills
- El Modena
- East Orange tract neighborhoods
We can usually have a site assessment scheduled within a week of your first call, depending on the season.
Service Area – Cities Near Orange
Sunstone ADU Builders is based in North Tustin and serves Orange and the surrounding communities across north and central Orange County. If your project is in a neighboring city, we cover that too. We also work in Villa Park, CA, North Tustin, CA, Tustin, CA, and Anaheim, CA.
Serving Orange, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Orange area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage — if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About ADU Company in Orange
We can usually schedule a site visit within one week of your call. The visit covers lot access, existing structures, tree locations, and a walkthrough of your goals, and takes about an hour. Call (855) 949-1913 to set one up.
Yes. The path that works in Old Towne is usually a garage conversion or a detached unit placed behind the main house so it’s not visible from the street. We prepare the design review submittal and coordinate with the city on your behalf.
Yes, we handle design, permitting, construction, and the interior finish work including kitchen and bathroom remodeling. You work with one contractor from the first site visit to the final walkthrough. Call (855) 949-1913 for a free estimate.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees — talk to a local adu pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you — the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Orange Customers Say
"He was honest that our lot had a slope problem that would add real cost, before we signed anything."
— Paul Pruitt"The kitchenette layout he suggested made better use of the space than the one on our original sketch."
— Beatriz Garcia"Detached unit in the back yard. Utilities trenched, separate meter, and it passed final on the first inspection."
— Reggie Ellison