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Family-Owned · Falmouth, MA

40 Years. One Family. The Upper Cape.

DC Builders was founded in 1983 by Dave Cleary. The owner still shows up on every job site. The philosophy hasn't changed in four decades.

Our Story

Built on the Cape. Built to Last.

DC Builders was founded in 1983 by Dave Cleary, a Licensed Construction Supervisor who grew up on the Cape and never left. Four decades later, Dave's son Spencer is part of the crew — and the philosophy hasn't changed. The owner shows up. The work is done right. And if something isn't right, we fix it.

We're not a regional franchise or a volume operation. We're a family business that builds in Falmouth, Bourne, Mashpee, and Sandwich — the towns we live in, the neighborhoods we've watched grow.

"I've been doing this for 40 years because I care about it. Every house we build, I'm proud to drive past. That's the standard." — Dave Cleary, Owner
Credentials

Dave Cleary

Owner & Licensed Construction Supervisor

Dave Cleary, Owner

  • Licensed Construction Supervisor
  • 40+ years Cape Cod experience
  • Cape Cod Builders Association member
  • Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS)
The Team

Who You'll Work With

A small, trusted crew — not a rotating cast of subcontractors.

Dave Cleary

Owner & Builder

On every job site, every week. 40 years of Cape Cod construction. Licensed Construction Supervisor.

Spencer Cleary

Lead Project Manager

Dave's son, on the crew. Carries the same standard of craftsmanship and communication to every project.

Nate Costa

Operations & Sales

Coordinates estimates, scheduling, and client communication so your project starts right.

Why Homeowners Choose DC Builders

Four decades of showing up, doing it right, and standing behind our work.

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The owner shows up.

Dave Cleary has been on every job site for 40 years. You're not assigned to a project manager. You have Dave's number, and he answers it.

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No surprises. Ever.

Every project starts with a detailed written estimate, a real timeline, and a workmanship guarantee. We explain every line item.

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Proven & local.

40 years. 5.0 stars on Google. Upper Cape roots. We've built in these neighborhoods since 1983.

What Our Clients Say · 5.0★ Google

Real reviews from Upper Cape homeowners.

★★★★★

"DC Builders did a fantastic job remodeling our bathroom. They ripped a very outdated bathroom down to the studs and worked with us to design and build a truly beautiful space."

John Furfey
Bathroom Remodel
★★★★★

"My wife and I couldn't be more thrilled with how our family room addition turned out! Dave and his team communicated with us every step of the process."

Edward Stahowiak
Family Room Addition
★★★★★

"DC Builders transformed our 70's ranch into something special — a kitchen remodel and a year-round sun room addition, all in an open plan with cathedral ceilings. The works!"

Jeff B.
Whole-Home Transformation

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Ready to Talk to a Builder Who Answers the Phone?

Dave will meet you at the property, listen to what you want, and give you a real estimate — no vague ranges, no pressure. Free estimates for all projects across the Upper Cape.