Deck Builder in Truro, MA
Mussato Building Group builds new decks and replaces old ones in Truro, MA. 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. Our base in South Yarmouth is about 32 miles away, and we work across Truro and North Truro.
- Family-owned since 2004
- Licensed + insured in MA
- 100+ projects completed
- 5.0 stars from 21 Google reviews
- BBB accredited
Building a deck in Truro
Truro is one of the quietest towns on the Cape, and most of its land lies inside the Cape Cod National Seashore.
Truro meets Cape Cod Bay on the west and the Atlantic on the east. Close to the bay and the ocean, a deck takes more wind, sun, and salt than one inland, so we use corrosion-resistant hardware and low-maintenance boards where the location calls for it, and we check whether the lot is in a FEMA flood zone before we size the footings.
Many Truro houses sit on hills and dunes with long views, which often means elevated decks with tall posts, long stair runs, and footings set in sand.
Part of Truro lies inside the Cape Cod National Seashore, where the town’s zoning has a separate Seashore district with its own limits on new structures and expansions. If your lot is in it, we confirm what the bylaw allows before we design.
Many Truro houses are summer homes, which makes fall and winter a good time to build: the deck can be permitted, framed, and finished before you open the house in spring.
“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.”
Deck permits in Truro
We prepare the drawings, file the applications, and schedule the inspections. Here is what a project like this usually needs:
- Building permit from the Truro Building Department, with footing and framing details on the plans.
- Conservation Commission review if the deck is within 100 feet of a wetland, coastal bank, dune, or salt marsh.
- Flood-zone details on the plans if FEMA maps the lot in an AE or VE zone.
- Seashore district zoning review if the lot is inside the Cape Cod National Seashore.
- New composite, PVC, and wood decks
- Deck replacement and tear-out
- Second-story and multi-level decks
- Stairs, landings, and entry steps
- Composite, PVC, cable, and wood railings
- Hot tub platforms framed for the load
- Footings, ledger flashing, and framing to code
- Permits and town approvals
Deck Builder in Truro: FAQ
Do I need a permit for a deck in Truro?
Yes, in most cases. A new or rebuilt deck needs a building permit from the Truro Building Department. If the lot is near a wetland, dune, or the shore, the Truro Conservation Commission reviews it too. We handle the paperwork.
Do you build decks in Truro and North Truro?
Yes. We build and replace decks all over Truro, including Truro and North Truro. Our base in South Yarmouth is about 32 miles away.
What decking holds up best in Truro?
On a lot close to the bay and the ocean, composite or PVC boards with stainless or hot-dip galvanized hardware are the low-maintenance choice. Farther from the water, cedar and pressure-treated wood also work well if you are willing to clean and stain them every few years.
Can you replace an old deck in Truro instead of building a new one?
Yes. We remove the old deck, inspect the ledger, posts, and footings, and rebuild on a sound structure. Reusing the footings is possible when they are in good shape and meet current code.
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