Custom Home Builder on Cape Cod
Mussato Building Group builds custom homes on Cape Cod, frame to finish. We handle every phase of a new build: site evaluation and pre-construction planning, design coordination with your architect, permits, foundation, framing, mechanical systems, and interior finishes. We are a family-owned general contractor founded in 2004, with more than 100 projects completed and a 5.0 rating from 21 Google reviews.
Joe Mussato personally oversees every project, so the person who plans your house is on site while it is built. From the first nail to the final coat, one team is responsible for the schedule, the trades, and the result.
- Family-owned since 2004
- Licensed + insured in MA
- 100+ projects completed
- 5.0 stars from 21 Google reviews
- BBB accredited
New homes, frame to finish
We are a full-service construction company that handles every phase of new residential and commercial builds. Our approach starts with thorough pre-construction planning and ends only when you are completely satisfied with the result. Whether the lot is open or an older house has to come down first, the work follows the same order: plan, permit, build, finish.
Working with your architect
Most custom homes start with an architect’s drawings. We coordinate with the architect and the engineer before construction, price the plans line by line, and flag the details that affect cost or schedule while they are still easy to change. If you do not have plans yet, we work with an architectural and structural design team, so the drawings and the build are planned together.
- Site evaluation & pre-construction planning
- Design coordination with architects
- Permit acquisition & code compliance
- Foundation through structural framing
- Energy-efficient building envelope
- Mechanical, electrical & plumbing coordination
- Interior finishes & custom millwork
- Final walkthrough & punch list
Building a new home on Cape Cod
Septic comes first
Most Cape lots are on septic, and Title 5 sizes the system by the number of bedrooms. The septic design and the Board of Health approval set how large the house can be, so they come before the floor plan is final.
Flood zones
Near the water, the FEMA flood map sets the height of the first floor and the type of foundation. We check the map before design, so the house is drawn at the right elevation.
Conservation Commission
Building within 100 feet of a wetland, a pond, or a coastal bank needs a filing with the town’s Conservation Commission before the building permit.
Historic review
Along Route 6A, the Old King’s Highway district reviews the exterior of a new house. Chatham and Provincetown have their own historic commissions, and several towns review the demolition of older buildings.
Salt air and wind
Coastal houses need corrosion-resistant fasteners and hardware, well-flashed windows and doors, and siding and trim that hold up to wind-driven rain.
Energy code
Massachusetts requires new homes to meet the state energy code, with insulation and air sealing verified by testing. We build the envelope for it from the framing stage.
“As the General Manager of Pretty Picky Properties I’ve had the pleasure of working with Joe and his team for nearly 10 years. Joe’s carpentry skills are unmatched. He’s always respectful, finishes on time, priced well, and transparent from start to finish. You will not regret hiring Mussato Building Group.”
Our Process
Planning & Design
Site evaluation, design coordination, and pre-construction planning to set your project up for success.
Permits & Pre-Construction
We handle permit acquisition and finalize all materials, subcontractors, and schedules before breaking ground.
Framing & Structure
Foundation, framing, and structural work executed to code, with Joe on-site throughout.
Systems & Finishes
Mechanicals, insulation, drywall, trim, cabinetry, and all finish details completed to our full standard.
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Other work on Cape Cod
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- Basement Finishing on Cape CodMedia rooms, gyms, bars, guest suites, and egress windows
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- Basement Egress Windows on Cape CodCode-size escape windows and window wells for basement bedrooms
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Custom Home Builder FAQ
How long does it take to build a custom home on Cape Cod?
It depends on the size of the house and on the approvals the lot needs. Septic design, Conservation Commission, and historic review all happen before the building permit, so we map out the full schedule, permits included, before construction starts.
Do you work with my architect?
Yes. We coordinate with your architect and engineer before construction, price the plans line by line, and build from their drawings. If you do not have plans yet, we work with an architectural and structural design team.
Can you tear down an existing house and build a new one?
Yes. A teardown needs its own permit and utility disconnections, and several Cape towns send the demolition of a house more than 75 years old to their Historical Commission first. We handle those steps along with the permits for the new house.
Do I need a new septic system for a new house?
Usually. Title 5 requires a system sized for the number of bedrooms and approved by the Board of Health. Where the street has town sewer, the house connects to it instead.
Which towns do you build in?
All 15 towns of Barnstable County: Barnstable, Bourne, Brewster, Chatham, Dennis, Eastham, Falmouth, Harwich, Mashpee, Orleans, Provincetown, Sandwich, Truro, Wellfleet, and Yarmouth.
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