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Deck builders who know Cape Cod
New decks, deck replacements, and porches built for salt air, summer sun, and New England winters—by a family-owned Cape builder with more than 40 years on the job.
Established 1983
Family owned
Owner on site
Licensed & insured
Built for the coast
A deck that earns its place on a Cape home
A Cape Cod deck lives outside year-round in some of the hardest conditions in New England. The difference between a deck that looks good for a few summers and one that stays solid for decades is in the structure, the hardware, and the details you never see.
DC Builders has built and rebuilt decks across the Cape for more than 40 years. Owner Dave Cleary stays involved from the first site visit through the final railing, giving homeowners one experienced point of accountability throughout the job.
- Planning that starts with your home, your site, and how you'll use the space
- Framing, fasteners, and flashing chosen for coastal exposure
- Permits, conservation review, and inspections handled as part of the job
- Hands-on oversight from demolition through final walkthrough
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One builder for the whole project
A deck often connects to a larger plan—an addition, a remodel, or a new home. DC Builders manages it all as one connected construction process.
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Primary suites, family rooms, garages, and in-law space designed to fit the existing home—often with a deck or porch tied in.
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Whole-home remodeling, roofing, siding, windows, and the rest of what a Cape Cod home needs over its life.
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Deck work we take on
From a straightforward replacement to a new covered porch, every project starts with a look at the site, the structure, and how you want to live outside.
- New deck construction
- Deck replacement & rebuilds
- Composite & PVC decking
- Wood decks
- Farmer's porches & covered porches
- Railings & stairs
- Structural repairs
- Permits & inspections
Coastal deck construction
Where deck longevity is actually won
Salt air, sun, and freeze-thaw cycles are hard on decks—and the fastener and flashing choices matter as much as the decking brand. Ordinary hardware corrodes fast near the water, and a poorly flashed ledger is the most common cause of deck failure and rot against the house.
That's why DC Builders specifies stainless hardware near the water, details the ledger flashing properly, and builds code-compliant railings and stairs. It's the unglamorous work that decides whether a deck lasts.
Read our Cape Cod deck guideHow the work moves forward
A clear path from idea to first cookout
Consult
Walk the site, look at the existing structure, and discuss size, materials, budget, and timing.
Design & permit
Finalize the layout, decking, and railing selections, then handle the building permit and any conservation review.
Build
Demolition where needed, then framing, decking, railings, and stairs—managed on site with quality control at every stage.
Complete
Final inspection, cleanup, punch work, and a walkthrough of the finished deck.
“The decking brand gets the attention. The fasteners, flashing, and framing decide how long the deck lasts.”
DC Builders’ approach to coastal deck constructionCape Cod deck questions
Before you build
Should I choose composite or wood decking on Cape Cod?
Composite and PVC cost more up front but need far less maintenance—no sanding, staining, or sealing. Wood is the classic Cape look and costs less initially, but it needs regular upkeep to stay sound. Near salt water, the hardware matters most: stainless fasteners and proper flashing decide how long either deck lasts.
Do decks need permits on Cape Cod?
Typically yes. Most deck construction and replacement requires a building permit, and properties near wetlands, ponds, or the coast often need conservation commission review as well. DC Builders handles the permit process and schedules the required inspections as part of the job.
Can you rebuild a deck on the existing footprint?
Often yes. The condition of the frame decides it: if the ledger, posts, and joists are sound, new decking and railings can go over the existing structure. If the frame has rot or undersized framing, a full rebuild is the safer and often more economical path. We assess that at the first site visit.
How long does a deck project take?
It depends on scope—a straightforward replacement moves faster than a new deck with covered porch framing. Permitting drives the lead time more than construction does, especially where conservation review applies. We lay out realistic timing for your property at the consultation.
How do I get started?
Call (508) 388-5120 or use the consultation request form. Bring photos of the existing deck or the area you want to build on, plus any ideas about size, materials, and how you want to use the space.
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Planning a deck on Cape Cod?
Tell us about your home, your site, and the outdoor space you want to build.