ADU Company in Pomona, CA
Kitchen remodeling in Pomona usually means working with 1920s-to-1970s ranch homes and bungalows where walls hide knob-and-tube wiring, floors have settled over old slabs, and the original layout was built for a different century. We’re Orange ADU Builders, an ADU-focused company that also remodels kitchens and bathrooms, so we approach every Pomona kitchen with the same eye for structure, permits, and long-term value we bring to backyard units. Planning a coordinated kitchen refresh alongside a new detached ADU is something we handle in one conversation. Call (877) 265-5812 to talk through your project.
Why Pomona Homes Are Different
Pomona’s single-family stock runs heavily toward mid-century ranch homes and pre-war bungalows on lots that are wider and deeper than most of LA County. That’s good news for anyone adding an ADU or expanding a kitchen. The bad news surfaces when you open walls: aged slabs, undersized footings on detached garages, and electrical systems that predate modern code. Many Pomona kitchens sit over original slab-on-grade construction, which means moving a sink or range can involve concrete cutting and re-routing drain lines, not just new cabinets.
The Pomona Valley’s inland heat also changes material choices. Summer days regularly reach the high 90s, and Santa Ana winds push dry air through the foothills. An ADU or kitchen remodel here needs insulation and HVAC sizing that a coastal project would never require. Alley-loaded lots, common across 91766 and 91767, create siting puzzles for detached ADUs: the garage door may need to stay functional for vehicle access while the new unit gets its own pedestrian entry from the yard side. These are Pomona-specific conditions we plan around from the first walk-through.
Our Main Pomona Services
Most Pomona homeowners reach out to us about two big-ticket projects: adding a backyard ADU and bringing an aging bathroom up to date. Both require permits, structural awareness, and a clear plan for the home’s long-term layout.
ADU Builders in Pomona
Pomona’s large lots and older detached garages make this city a natural fit for garage conversions and detached new-build ADUs. We walk each lot with an eye toward setbacks, alley access, and utility tie-ins so you understand what’s buildable before you commit to a floor plan. Whether you’re housing adult children, grandparents, or a tenant, the ADU path in Pomona usually runs through careful siting on a wide lot rather than squeezing a unit into a side yard. See how we approach the full process on our ADU Builders in Pomona page.

Bathroom Remodeling in Pomona
Older Pomona bungalows often have one bathroom serving three bedrooms, with original cast-iron drains and galvanized supply lines that have been failing for years. We remodel bathrooms the way we build ADUs: opening the walls, replacing what’s corroded, and updating the layout for how your household actually lives. The same crew that handles your bath remodel can coordinate with an ADU build on the same property, so schedules and permits stay aligned. Details are on our Bathroom Remodeling in Pomona page.

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 Pomona
A kitchen remodel in Pomona often starts with a home built before 1970, which means the electrical panel may be maxed out, the floor framing may have settled, and the original footprint was designed around a 30-inch range, not a modern island. Hot inland summers make ventilation and cooling real considerations, not afterthoughts. We handle the structural and systems work first: panel upgrades, re-plumbing through old slabs, subfloor corrections. Then we build the kitchen you actually want, using the same project discipline we apply to ADU construction. For the full scope of our kitchen work, see Kitchen Remodeling.
Full Kitchen Renovation
Signs you need it
The layout no longer works for how you cook, the cabinets are failing, and the electrical can’t support modern appliances.
What it costs in Pomona
Full kitchen renovations in Pomona typically range from $45,000 to $85,000 depending on square footage, layout changes, and finish level.
How we do it
We demo to the studs and slab, correct framing or settling, replace all supply and drain lines, run new electrical, insulate to inland-heat standards, then install cabinetry, counters, flooring, and appliances in one coordinated sequence.
Kitchen Refresh
Signs you need it
The bones are fine but the surfaces, fixtures, and visual appeal are decades behind where you want the home to be.
What it costs in Pomona
A kitchen refresh in Pomona, keeping the existing layout and plumbing locations, typically runs $25,000 to $45,000.
How we do it
We reface or replace cabinet fronts, swap counters and backsplash, update fixtures and lighting, and repaint, leaving the plumbing and electrical rough-ins untouched to control cost and timeline.
What Kitchen Remodeling Costs in Pomona
| Item | Typical range in Pomona |
|---|---|
| Full kitchen renovation | $45,000 – $85,000 |
| Kitchen refresh (same layout) | $25,000 – $45,000 |
| Panel upgrade and rewire (accessory to remodel) | $3,500 – $8,000 |
Pomona’s older housing stock pushes costs up when we open walls and find knob-and-tube wiring, corroded galvanized pipes, or a slab that needs saw-cutting for a relocated drain. We write line-item quotes before work starts so these conditions become known costs, not surprises at the midpoint.
How long does a Pomona kitchen remodel take?
A full kitchen renovation in Pomona runs six to ten weeks depending on permit review and what we find behind the walls. Refreshes usually finish in three to five weeks. Call (877) 265-5812 for a timeline tied to your specific scope.
Can you remodel my kitchen and build an ADU at the same time?
Yes. We run the kitchen remodel and ADU construction as one coordinated project, which means one permit schedule, one site crew, and no conflict between two separate contractors. This is a significant advantage on Pomona lots where the two projects share a property line or utility trench.
Brands We Service in Pomona
We work across the leading prefab ADU systems including Abodu, Cover, and Dvele, and specify our brands based on your lot constraints, budget, and timeline. James Hardie fiber-cement exteriors are a standard recommendation for Pomona’s dry, fire-conscious inland climate because they hold up to heat cycles and Santa Ana winds far better than vinyl or wood lap siding.
Pricing for ADU Company in Pomona, CA
| Service | Typical range in Pomona |
|---|---|
| Full kitchen renovation | $45,000 – $85,000 |
| Kitchen refresh (same layout) | $25,000 – $45,000 |
| Panel upgrade and rewire (accessory) | $3,500 – $8,000 |
| Detached ADU, prefab system (installed) | $180,000 – $350,000 |
| Garage conversion to ADU | $95,000 – $180,000 |
| Site-built custom ADU | $250,000 – $450,000 |
| Bathroom remodel (mid-range, full gut) | $18,000 – $35,000 |
| Bathroom remodel (updates, same footprint) | $10,000 – $18,000 |
In Pomona, the biggest price movers are hidden conditions in pre-1970s construction: undersized footings on garage conversions, cast-iron drains that need full replacement, panels that can’t handle a new kitchen or ADU’s load. Our quotes are line-item and fixed before work starts, so the number you approve is the number you pay.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Pomona
We work throughout Pomona and the surrounding valley communities. The older bungalow corridors near downtown, the mid-century ranch streets of West Pomona, the large-lot neighborhoods north of the 10 near Ganesha Hills, and the residential pockets around Phillips Ranch and Lincoln Park all have different lot shapes and housing eras, and we quote each one based on what’s actually there.
- West Pomona
- Phillips Ranch
- Lincoln Park
- Ganesha Hills
- North Pomona
We typically schedule on-site estimates within a week of your call, and we’ll give you a written quote after the walk-through.
Service Area – Cities Near Pomona
Our Pomona clients often ask whether we cover nearby communities. We do. In addition to Pomona, we work in La Verne, CA for its hillside lots and mid-century homes, Claremont, CA where village-era housing meets strict design review, Montclair, CA with its post-war ranch stock, and Los Serranos, CA on the south side of the valley.
Serving Pomona, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Pomona 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 Pomona
We can usually complete a site visit within a week and deliver a written estimate shortly after. Permitting timelines in Pomona vary by scope, but we handle all submittals and revisions in-house. Call (877) 265-5812 to get on the schedule.
Yes. We pull all required permits for ADU construction, kitchen remodels, and bathroom remodels in Pomona. Our team manages plan submittal, revision cycles, and inspections, so you never have to deal with the city’s permit counter directly.
That’s exactly the conversation we have on the first walk-through. Pomona’s alley-loaded garages and non-conforming setbacks make some lots better suited to conversion, while others have enough open yard for a detached unit. We’ll show you the tradeoffs for your specific lot. Call (877) 265-5812 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 Pomona Customers Say
"He gave us a realistic rental number for the finished unit rather than the optimistic one, and it's renting for about what he said."
— Dustin Schaefer"The kitchenette layout he suggested made better use of the space than the one on our original sketch."
— Eduardo Martinez"Every invoice was tied to a completed milestone, so I always knew what I was paying for."
— Colleen Quinn