Framed walls of a Framework First ADU under construction on the Salinas factory floor

The Process

Step inside before you buy.

We're one of the few ADU builders whose factory you can walk through. Touch the framing. Open the cabinets. Meet the team that will build your home, often Cathy herself.

90

minutes, never rushed

$0

free · no obligation

By Appointment

no walk-ins, weekends + select weekdays

97%

of your home built here

What You'll See

An hour and a half that answers most questions.

  1. 01

    Completed homes

    Walk through finished ADUs and homes at different stages of the build. You'll see behind the walls, because we're proud of the craftsmanship.

  2. 02

    2x6 framing

    See the stronger, better-insulated exterior walls we build instead of standard 2x4.

  3. 03

    How modular building works

    Understand exactly how a home is built off-site, moved, and delivered to your property.

  4. 04

    Work in progress

    Watch active builds moving across the factory floor, from framing to finish.

“It was a dream come true when the crane, crew, and house came down the street. Nobody could afford such a project in Santa Cruz, but Framework First made the impossible possible!”
Stephen Dettle · Santa Cruz · Crane Delivery Day via Google

The 90-Minute Agenda

Here's exactly what happens during your tour.

0–10 min

Welcome + introductions

You'll meet a member of our team, often Cathy herself. Quick overview of who we are, what we build, and what the tour will cover.

10–35 min

Factory floor walkthrough

See homes at every stage of construction: foundation, framing, plumbing/electrical, drywall, finish. Ask about anything, from material choices to quality standards to why we do things a certain way.

35–60 min

Walk through finished models

Step inside completed homes ready for delivery. Open cabinets, sit on the deck, feel the finish work.

60–80 min

Q&A + your specific situation

Sit down with a member of our team and talk through your property in more depth, since you'll already have completed your property analysis by this point. We pull up satellite images of your lot.

80–90 min

Next steps if you want to proceed

If the tour has you convinced, we walk through what the feasibility study covers and get it scheduled. No pressure either way.

What to Bring

Six things that make your tour more useful.

A light jacket

The factory is climate controlled and we keep it on the cool side, even on warm days. A jacket keeps the walk comfortable.

Photos of your lot

Especially side yards, back yard, access from street, and anything that might affect crane delivery (large trees, narrow gates). Your project address is already on file from your property analysis, so we come prepared with satellite imagery of your lot.

Your spouse / decision-makers

Touring once is much easier than visiting twice. Bring whoever needs to feel the home before saying yes.

Comfortable shoes

You'll walk concrete factory floors and step in and out of homes. Sneakers, not heels.

Questions

Pricing, materials, timeline, financing, anything. We'd rather over-answer than have you leave with doubts.

Nothing else

No cash, no commitments. The tour is free. Slots are limited and reserved for property owners seriously exploring adding a home, so we simply ask for the same respect for the time that our team puts into it.

Book Your Tour

Start with your free property analysis.

Every factory tour starts with a free 30-minute property analysis, so we can point the tour at your specific property. Fill out the form below and a member of our team will follow up to schedule both your call and your tour, typically a weekend visit.

Factory Address

1610 Moffett Street, Suite C
Salinas, CA 93905

~1.5 hours south of San Jose · ~2 hours south of San Francisco · ~30 minutes from the Monterey Peninsula. Free parking on-site.

Tour Hours

By appointment only · Typically weekends, with select weekday evenings available

This is a real, operating factory, not a showroom. We clean up and stage homes for every scheduled tour, but we can't accommodate walk-ins. Once your property analysis is booked, we'll confirm your date and time.

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People Who Made This Call

“Cathy at Framework First was very helpful. She chatted with me prior to our scheduled meeting, and she had great insight and advice even though my situation was one that didn't end up requiring her business. Highly recommend this company if you want to build an ADU.”
Sharon Cherian · Verified Google Review via Google

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Factory Tour FAQ

Questions before you book.

Can I just stop by without an appointment?
No, sorry, we can't accommodate walk-ins. This is a working factory, not a showroom, and every tour is scheduled and staged in advance so you actually see the homes at their best. Book your free property analysis first, and we'll get a tour on the calendar for you.

Do I need to do anything before I can tour the factory?
Yes. Every factory tour starts with a free 30-minute property analysis. It's how we confirm the tour will actually be useful for your specific property, and it's the first step we schedule you through.

How long is the tour?
Roughly 90 minutes. Half of that is on the factory floor; the rest is walking through completed homes and Q&A. We don't rush. If you have more questions, we stay longer.

Is the tour really free?
Yes. No deposit, no commitment, no pressure to sign. We want you to make a fully-informed decision either way.

Will I meet Cathy?
On your tour you'll meet a member of our team, often Cathy herself. Tours are typically scheduled on weekends, with occasional weekday evening slots depending on what's happening at the factory that day, and Cathy is frequently on-site to host. If she's tied up, another member of the team will walk you through.

Can I bring my kids?
Yes, but know that it's a working factory with construction tools, lifts, and forklifts. Kids over 8 or so usually do fine; younger kids can be tricky. If you bring children, plan to keep them close.

Can my contractor or architect come?
Absolutely. Many tours include the client + their contractor or designer. Bringing a builder you trust to vet our work is a smart move.

Is there a virtual tour option?
Not currently. We encourage the in-person tour whenever possible. If you live more than 4 hours away and can't easily come to Salinas, get in touch and we'll figure out something.

What if my preferred date is full?
We confirm dates within a few business days. If your first choice is taken, we'll offer the closest available. Tours run primarily on weekends with some weekday evening slots, so flexibility helps.

What happens after my property analysis?
Once your property analysis is done, our team follows up within 1–2 business days to get your factory tour on the calendar. They'll email a confirmation with the factory address, parking instructions, and what to bring. The day before your tour, you'll get a reminder.

Not Ready to Tour Yet?

Start with a free property analysis.

The 30-minute property analysis is the first step either way. Our team will pull your property records and tell you which models fit your lot, by phone, free, then help you get a factory tour on the calendar.

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