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Construction insights, project spotlights, and company news from Cape Cod.
HOW MUCH DOES A NEW DECK COST ON CAPE COD?
A 16x20 composite deck averaged $25,817 in New England in 2025, and a wood deck $20,603. What drives deck cost on Cape Cod and how to estimate yours.
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COMPOSITE DECKING COST: WHAT YOU ARE PAYING FOR
The same 16x20 deck cost $25,817 in composite and $20,603 in wood in New England in 2025. Where the extra money goes and when composite pays for itself.
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LOW-MAINTENANCE DECKING FOR CAPE COD HOMES
The deck boards, hardware, and railings that hold up to salt air and sun with the least upkeep, and how to keep the framing underneath dry on Cape Cod.
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UNDER-DECK DRAIN SYSTEMS: HOW TO KEEP THE SPACE BELOW A DECK DRY
An under-deck drain system turns the space below a second-story deck into a dry patio. How the two types work, what they need, and when to add one.
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DECK PAINTING VS. STAINING VS. GOING COMPOSITE
Paint, stain, or composite: how each deck finish holds up to Cape Cod sun and salt air, the upkeep it needs, and when to replace the boards instead.
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WATER IN THE BASEMENT? FIX IT BEFORE YOU FINISH IT
Why Cape Cod basements take on water, what to do after a flood, and the fixes, from gutters to sump pumps and French drains, to try before finishing.
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ADDING A BATHROOM IN YOUR BASEMENT
What a basement bathroom takes: drains below the sewer line, ejector pumps, venting, ceiling height, permits, and cost as part of a basement remodel.
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DRYWALL OR A BASEMENT FINISHING SYSTEM?
Framed, insulated drywall walls or a panel finishing system: how they compare on moisture, insulation, looks, and flexibility in a Cape Cod basement.
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HOW MUCH DOES A BATHROOM REMODEL COST ON CAPE COD?
A midrange bathroom remodel averaged $27,559 in New England in 2025 and an upscale one $83,877. What each includes and what moves the price on Cape Cod.
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HOW MUCH DOES A KITCHEN REMODEL COST ON CAPE COD?
A minor kitchen remodel averaged $28,936 in New England in 2025 and a major one $84,000. What each includes, what drives the price, and how to save.
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BATHROOM REMODEL DESIGN: IDEAS THAT WORK IN CAPE COD HOMES
Walk-in showers, vanities, tile, lighting, and ventilation: bathroom design choices that work in Cape Cod homes, with examples from our own projects.
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STAIRCASE REMODEL: TREADS, RAILINGS, AND OPENING UP THE STAIRS
What a staircase remodel can change, from new treads and railings to opening up a closed stair, and the code rules on handrails and guards to plan around.
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THE MASSACHUSETTS ADU LAW: WHAT THE 900-SQUARE-FOOT RULE MEANS
Since Feb. 2, 2025, Massachusetts allows one ADU by right on single-family lots, up to 900 sq ft or half the house. What towns can and cannot require.
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HOW MUCH DOES AN ADU COST ON CAPE COD?
Cape Cod ADUs usually cost $225,000 to $500,000, and septic upgrades can add $7,000 to over $100,000. What drives the price and how to plan the budget.
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DETACHED VS. ATTACHED ADU: WHICH FITS YOUR LOT?
Detached cottage, attached in-law suite, or a converted garage or basement: how each ADU type compares on privacy, cost, septic, and zoning on the Cape.
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PREFAB OR SITE-BUILT ADU ON CAPE COD?
Prefab and modular ADUs still need a foundation, utilities, septic, permits, and delivery to the lot. How they compare with a site-built ADU on Cape Cod.
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FRAME TO FINISH, FULL-SERVICE CONSTRUCTION ON CAPE COD
From the first nail to the final coat, Mussato Building Group manages every phase of your new construction project. Licensed, insured, and built on 20 years of experience across Cape Cod.
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KITCHEN & BATHROOM RENOVATIONS THAT HOLD UP FOR YEARS
A renovation is only as good as the team behind it. Our attention to detail and hands-on communication make the process straightforward, and the results speak for themselves.
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FAMILY OWNED, CAPE COD BUILT, 20 YEARS IN THE TRADE
Mussato Building Group is a family owned and operated company based in Yarmouth, MA. Over two decades, we have earned a reputation for integrity, craftsmanship, and getting the job done right.
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