DADU garage and entry detail built by DIGS Construction near Seattle, WA
Our Building Process

Built from the Ground Up. Built with Care.

At DIGS, we know building a home involves hundreds of decisions and a lot of information. After successfully completing over 100 DADUs and custom homes, we've developed a clear, proven process that guides you confidently from first idea to finished home. No pressure. No surprises. Just straightforward guidance that puts your goals first.

01 — Where Are You Right Now?

Start wherever you are.

Whether you're just curious or ready to break ground, there's a sensible next step. Tell us where you are and we'll meet you there.

01

Just Exploring

Curious but not ready to commit.

See our price guide →
02

Considering Options

Meeting builders and weighing choices.

Schedule a phone consultation →
03

Ready to Build

All planned out and ready to break ground.

Talk to DIGS directly →

If you have completed plans, please mention them when contacting us.

02 — Our 5-Step Process

A clear path, start to finish.

01

Discovery & Qualification

A short, friendly conversation to understand your vision, timeline, budget range, and land situation.

02

Pre-Construction Planning Service

A focused, paid service where we evaluate your project's feasibility. We research zoning, Environmental Critical Areas (ECA), site features, setbacks, utilities, and more. You receive a clear feasibility report and a realistic starting price structure.

03

Needs Analysis & Collaborative Planning

We explore your goals in detail, review plans, and apply value engineering.

04

Proposal & Agreement

You receive a clear, detailed proposal with itemized pricing, inclusions, timeline, and payment schedule.

05

Construction & Completion

We manage construction with regular updates, site meetings, and open communication until your home is complete.

03 — Why Homeowners Choose DIGS

The reasons clients stay clients.

Every promise here is held to on the job site — not just written in the proposal.

01

Proven Experience

Over 100 DADUs and custom homes completed across the Greater Seattle area.

02

Design-Build Flexibility

Build from our ready plans, or bring your own — we work both ways.

03

Thorough Pre-Construction Planning

Feasibility, zoning, ECA, setbacks and utilities resolved before you commit.

04

Strong Local Knowledge

Deep familiarity with Greater Seattle code, permits and site conditions.

04 — Powered by JobTread

Simplify communication through your own JobTread customer portal.

We use JobTread so our customers have one place to access and manage all of the information related to their project. With real-time updates, clear financial insights, and centralized communication, JobTread is designed to simplify the way projects are managed — from start to finish.

01

All Communication in One Place

Easily monitor the project as new updates happen — without needing to be on-site — and keep everyone on the same page while eliminating the need for multiple communication channels.

02

View Job Documents

Quickly access all documents, photos, and other project-related information in one location. This can include estimates, change orders, and invoices.

03

Digitally Approve Work

Review and sign proposals, view invoices, and make payments for the work performed.

No secrets. No surprises. Just honest, open communication.

What Seattle & Snohomish homeowners say

Rated 5.0 on Google.

Verified on Google
“Eric and his team did a fantastic job clearing out some land to make it usable and prepping areas just how we needed them. The results look great.”

Joe Bou-Chedid

Land clearing & site prep · Google Local Guide

“Eric and his crew built our family a wonderful second home in our backyard. Eric presented a reasonable budget, and stuck to it.”

Janis Ryerson

Backyard DADU

“They were honest, they shared all the information, and they answered all the questions (and the cellphone).”

Seba Grynberg

Seattle DADU · permits & plans

“I was in the trade for some years and have certain things I'm particular about — they more than exceeded my expectations on everything.”

Jeff Storrar

Former tradesman

“DIGS built a DADU for us in the City of Seattle, which is known for being tricky and difficult to work with.”

Sarah

Seattle DADU

“From the moment I met with Eric, to the project completion, his communication and dedication to the job was outstanding. His team finished up the DADU in a very timely manner.”

Darshan R.

2-bedroom DADU, ~700 sq ft

Step One

Start with a free consultation.

Tell us about your lot and your goals. Eric follows up personally — the same person from the first call through final inspection. No pressure, no obligation.

  • Owner-led — 37+ years, 100+ homes built
  • Clear, line-item pricing · no hidden fees
  • Serving Seattle, King & Snohomish County
Phone or on-site consultations · No hidden fees