Flexible Financing for ADU in Burbank
Call (747) 322-4648 and a live person will pick up, day or night. We know an ADU in Burbank is a major investment, and we don’t think the payment side should feel harder than the permit side. Ellery ADU Studio Burbank offers several ways to spread out or structure your costs, all under the same written-price guarantee that governs every project we’ve done since 2015.
Payment Options We Offer
Financing Plans
We work with financing partners who specialize in home-improvement projects, including ADUs. Most Burbank clients who choose this route go through a quick pre-qualification call that takes about ten minutes. You’re not committing to anything; you’re just seeing what monthly payment structures you qualify for. We don’t invent APRs or guarantee approvals here, because your rate depends on factors we don’t control. What we do control is this: whatever financing plan you select, your project price is locked under Haven Standard Clause 1 before any work starts. The number on the quote is the number you pay.
Major Credit Cards
We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Some clients in Burbank put the initial deposit on a card to earn points, then switch to financing for the balance. Others pay the full project cost by card. Either way, you’ll see the exact processing fee, if any, itemized in your written quote. No hidden surcharges appear after you sign.
Cash or Check
Paying by cash or check is straightforward and carries no processing fees. We still provide the same documented photo record on every visit, the same permit coordination, and the same 365-Day Done Right Promise. The only difference is the line item on your quote says “check/cash discount applied” where applicable. Nadia Ellery signs every contract personally, so if you’re the type who wants to talk through the draw schedule face-to-face, that conversation happens at your kitchen table or ours.
Upfront Written Pricing, Always
This isn’t a payment method, but it’s the foundation of every payment method we offer. Under Haven Standard Clause 1, you receive a written price before any work starts. That price includes design, permitting, construction, and all specified materials. It does not include “allowances” that balloon later or “TBD” line items that haunt you at final invoice. In Burbank, where permit revisions can add months, this matters. We’ve seen too many neighbors get halfway through an ADU only to discover their contractor’s “estimate” was a guess. Our quotes are contracts.
Simple Application Process
Step 1: Talk to us about your project. Call (747) 322-4648 or schedule a site visit. We’ll walk your Burbank property, measure what needs measuring, and ask the questions that affect scope. Is the garage slab 4 inches or 6? Does the alley access meet fire department requirements for a detached unit? We figure this out now, not after you’ve signed.
Step 2: Quick pre-qualification conversation. If financing interests you, we connect you with a specialist for a brief phone call. No paperwork dump, no credit pull without your permission. You’re shopping. We respect that. Most clients know within a day whether a monthly structure works for their budget.
Step 3: Choose your plan and lock your price. Once you select a payment approach, we finalize your contract with the exact dollar amount, the exact scope, and the exact timeline. The Haven Standard Clause 5 (No Surprises) goes into effect. No door-side upsells. No scope creep. Nadia Ellery has been building ADUs in Burbank since 2015, and the single biggest source of client stress we’ve eliminated is the surprise invoice.
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AfterFrequently Asked Questions
Yes. We partner with home-improvement financing specialists and can walk you through options during your estimate. Most clients complete pre-qualification in a single phone call. Call (747) 322-4648 to schedule your free estimate and ask for financing details.
You’ll need basic financial documentation, typically including proof of income and a recent credit report, though specific requirements vary by lender. We don’t handle the approval ourselves; we connect you directly with the financing partner so you control your information. Call (747) 322-4648 and we’ll explain what to have ready before your pre-qualification call.
No. Estimates are free, and they include a written line-item quote under Haven Standard Clause 1. We also offer a Free Second Opinion on any written estimate you already have in hand from another Burbank ADU contractor. Bring it in; we’ll tell you what’s missing, what’s inflated, and what questions you should ask before signing. Call (747) 322-4648 to schedule either service.
It depends on the offer and the financing program. Some combinations work; some don’t. We don’t run fake urgency promotions, so this question rarely comes up with our own pricing. If you’re holding a third-party offer, we’ll review it against your contract and tell you straight whether it applies. No guesswork. Call (747) 322-4648 and we’ll look at your specific situation.
Written by Nadia Ellery, Owner at Ellery ADU Studio Burbank, serving Burbank since 2015.