Cover Review
Summary of Operations & Panelized Home Offerings
Cover is a prefab home designer and builder based out of Los Angeles. They specialize in custom-built ADUs and single-family homes in Southern California. Their homes use Cover’s own building system, based on steel-framed panels that allow them to efficiently build bespoke homes and ADUs.
Design Overview
While Cover initially started by offering a series of pre-designed ADUs to LA-based buyers, they have since expanded their operations. They are now focusing more on custom single family homes as well as ADUs throughout Southern California (with plans to expand that service are in the future). As a custom designer, buyers have a considerable amount of input in their home’s final aesthetic. That being said, Cover’s homes feature a modern design scheme, often with steel or wood cladding on the exteriors & large, floor-to-ceiling windows.
Their homes include all finishes and fixtures and often include high-end materials. For example, kitchens include solid surface countertops and high-performance induction cooktops while bathrooms include features like walk-in showers with spa fixtures. Performance-wise, their homes include R-34 insulation in the walls and double-pane windows. For an upgrade, homes can be designed to be net-zero compliant.
Build Process & Timeline
One of Cover’s biggest propositions to buyers is that they are a full-service company. This means that they handle all stages of the project, from project design and manufacturing to site preparations, permitting, installation, and even interior finishes. Except for some specialized site preparations, Cover often completes all stages of the project with their own employees, meaning that buyers have a single contact point for the duration of their project.
Factors to Consider
Strengths
Customization - Every unit is custom-built to the buyer’s specifications and needs.
Modern Design - Beautifully architected, each home features a clean design with contemporary accents and style.
Full Service - They handle all stages of the project themselves.
Reasons they may not be for you
You are do not live within the delivery area of Southern California.
You prefer a plug-n-play home design, with a pre-decided layout and features.
They offer a premium product and are outside of your price range.
Key Facts
Keep reading below for company facts, such as photos, third-party reviews, or Cover Cost and Pricing.
| Company | Cover |
|---|---|
| Year Founded | 2014 |
| Website | https://www.cover.build/ |
| # of Models | Custom ADUs & Single Family Homes |
| Areas Served | Southern California (with plans to expand in the future) |
| Homes Built | 5 |
| Headquarters | Gardena, CA |
| Pricing | $500 - $750+ per sq ft |
| Reviews | |
| Yelp | No Reviews |
| Houzz | No Reviews |
| Creates Custom Plans | Yes |
Cover Photo Gallery & Interview with Co-Founder Alexis Rivas
Help With Building a Panelized Home Like Cover’s
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