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Avatar for Cape Home Remodel
Cape Home Remodel
54 Eileen St
4.95(
124
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Cape Home Remodel
54 Eileen St
4.95(
124
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

Super Service Award Winner for Last 4 Years in a Row! Celebrating 33 years as a carpenter on Cape Cod in 2017. I am experienced in all phases of carpentry. I am self employed and do the majority off the work myself. I have low over head and minimal subcontractors. This will assure you of a quality, cost effective project. I will be there to communicate with you “one on one” should there be any questions or concerns throughout the duration of the job. Additional website: http://capehomeremodel.com/.

"Jeff did a great job getting the doors, windows, trim and siding replaced on my house. He also completely gutted the kitchen die. The the studs and installed a whole new kitchen. Very responsive, kept me informed of supply chain issues, etc. would highly recommend Jeff for your home improvement needs."

Ryan O on July 2022

Super Service Award Winner for Last 4 Years in a Row! Celebrating 33 years as a carpenter on Cape Cod in 2017. I am experienced in all phases of carpentry. I am self employed and do the majority off the work myself. I have low over head and minimal subcontractors. This will assure you of a quality, cost effective project. I will be there to communicate with you “one on one” should there be any questions or concerns throughout the duration of the job. Additional website: http://capehomeremodel.com/.

"Jeff did a great job getting the doors, windows, trim and siding replaced on my house. He also completely gutted the kitchen die. The the studs and installed a whole new kitchen. Very responsive, kept me informed of supply chain issues, etc. would highly recommend Jeff for your home improvement needs."

Ryan O on July 2022


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GTF & Sons Construction
761 Old Barnstable Rd
5.00(
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GTF & Sons Construction
761 Old Barnstable Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
318 local quotes requested

GTF & Sons Construction - Your Trusted Home Improvement Experts in Barnstable. From small repairs to major renovations, our skilled team is here to bring your vision to life. With our attention to detail and commitment to quality, we deliver exceptional results that exceed expectations. Contact us today for all your home improvement needs.

"They did a good work and very communicative. They are a good company and know what they are doing."

Mathew A on February 2023

GTF & Sons Construction - Your Trusted Home Improvement Experts in Barnstable. From small repairs to major renovations, our skilled team is here to bring your vision to life. With our attention to detail and commitment to quality, we deliver exceptional results that exceed expectations. Contact us today for all your home improvement needs.

"They did a good work and very communicative. They are a good company and know what they are doing."

Mathew A on February 2023


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Luciano & Son Landscape Mntnc
305 Commerce Park
5.00(
6
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Luciano & Son Landscape Mntnc
305 Commerce Park
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
82 local quotes requested

Founded in the year 2000, we are a professional landscape company located in Chatham. The owner, Paul Luciano, has been in the landscaping field for over 30 years. We employ roughly 20 seasonal employees. We carry liability insurance and workman's compensation insurance and state unemployment insurance. The company has two landscaping divisions: Maintenance and Construction, making it possible to both install and maintain high quality landscapes. We offer seasonal maintenance services. DBA: Luciano & Son Landscape Maintenance & Construction. Additional Email: info@lucianoandson.com.

Founded in the year 2000, we are a professional landscape company located in Chatham. The owner, Paul Luciano, has been in the landscaping field for over 30 years. We employ roughly 20 seasonal employees. We carry liability insurance and workman's compensation insurance and state unemployment insurance. The company has two landscaping divisions: Maintenance and Construction, making it possible to both install and maintain high quality landscapes. We offer seasonal maintenance services. DBA: Luciano & Son Landscape Maintenance & Construction. Additional Email: info@lucianoandson.com.


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NGB Carpentry
4.96(
26
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NGB Carpentry
4.96(
26
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
100 local quotes requested

Working on all types of remodeling residential homes and light commercial buildings including kitchens, baths, basements, siding, windows, doors, and closet built-ins. Rot repair and exterior trim replacement specialist with numerous major and minor rot repair and trim jobs completed.

"Nick was pleasant, on time and very tidy. I wanted a dishwasher fit into an existing island. Nick removed two larger cabinets and installed one smaller cabinet and made room for my dishwasher. He left my house extremely tidy and neat. Not only did my island look great, but there was no trace that Nick was even in my house. I highly recommend Nick if you have a carpentry job you need done."

Norman F on January 2025

Working on all types of remodeling residential homes and light commercial buildings including kitchens, baths, basements, siding, windows, doors, and closet built-ins. Rot repair and exterior trim replacement specialist with numerous major and minor rot repair and trim jobs completed.

"Nick was pleasant, on time and very tidy. I wanted a dishwasher fit into an existing island. Nick removed two larger cabinets and installed one smaller cabinet and made room for my dishwasher. He left my house extremely tidy and neat. Not only did my island look great, but there was no trace that Nick was even in my house. I highly recommend Nick if you have a carpentry job you need done."

Norman F on January 2025


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SeaBreeze Home Construction
791 S Orleans Rd
4.62(
21
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SeaBreeze Home Construction
791 S Orleans Rd
4.62(
21
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
109 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Excellent! We had a very good experience with SeaBreeze Home Construction. Amanda and Mitchel are so easy to work with and genuinely nice people. Amanda is incredibly organized and efficient - especially arranging subcontractors, ordering materials, etc. Great attention to detail. Mitchel is a very meticulous craftsman and a perfectionist. The project went smoothly with just a few delays due to supply chain issues - beyond anyone's control. All in all it was a great experience and we highly recommend them!"

Susan M on February 2025

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Excellent! We had a very good experience with SeaBreeze Home Construction. Amanda and Mitchel are so easy to work with and genuinely nice people. Amanda is incredibly organized and efficient - especially arranging subcontractors, ordering materials, etc. Great attention to detail. Mitchel is a very meticulous craftsman and a perfectionist. The project went smoothly with just a few delays due to supply chain issues - beyond anyone's control. All in all it was a great experience and we highly recommend them!"

Susan M on February 2025


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Mike's Powerhouse Crew
73 Main St
4.28(
155
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Mike's Powerhouse Crew
73 Main St
4.28(
155
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
212 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Massachusetts Licensed General Contracting firm, family and woman owned and operated. Whether you would like to remodel a portion of your home, paint - interior or exterior, fix up a room or two, or even build a new home, we are the company for you! We help homeowners to see the true potential in their homes. We collaborate with customers who have an idea, and our designer will help you put your ideas on paper, and then make it a reality in your home. We also have inspection and troubleshooting experience and can provide homeowners with information about problems in the home and solutions to correct them. We offer FREE estimates. Our well established contractors look forward working with you AND your budget to complete your project in a timely fashion. Call today to discuss your home improvement project and schedule an estimate, Mike 774-212-2547. 2023 Roof Special September, October, and November ONLY 1- One day "in and out" 2- Guaranteed 1 year workmanship 3- Lifetime warranty CertainTeed asphalt shingles

"We had this company build a new master-suite in our home. That included floor plan changes, tiling the bath, installing a new shower, a jetted tub and a new toilet. Only 3 months after many things fall apart. A glass shelf almost fell in the tub when my wife was in it. It almost injured her. Towel racks came of the walls leaving giant holes behind. The brand new tub stoped draining. I brought in a licensed plumber to fix that and he told me he never saw "such a sh*tshow". And conveniently Mike told me in the middle of he project that his company declared bankruptcy, so no point suing him."

Alexander V on September 2023

Massachusetts Licensed General Contracting firm, family and woman owned and operated. Whether you would like to remodel a portion of your home, paint - interior or exterior, fix up a room or two, or even build a new home, we are the company for you! We help homeowners to see the true potential in their homes. We collaborate with customers who have an idea, and our designer will help you put your ideas on paper, and then make it a reality in your home. We also have inspection and troubleshooting experience and can provide homeowners with information about problems in the home and solutions to correct them. We offer FREE estimates. Our well established contractors look forward working with you AND your budget to complete your project in a timely fashion. Call today to discuss your home improvement project and schedule an estimate, Mike 774-212-2547. 2023 Roof Special September, October, and November ONLY 1- One day "in and out" 2- Guaranteed 1 year workmanship 3- Lifetime warranty CertainTeed asphalt shingles

"We had this company build a new master-suite in our home. That included floor plan changes, tiling the bath, installing a new shower, a jetted tub and a new toilet. Only 3 months after many things fall apart. A glass shelf almost fell in the tub when my wife was in it. It almost injured her. Towel racks came of the walls leaving giant holes behind. The brand new tub stoped draining. I brought in a licensed plumber to fix that and he told me he never saw "such a sh*tshow". And conveniently Mike told me in the middle of he project that his company declared bankruptcy, so no point suing him."

Alexander V on September 2023


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Anderson And Sons Home Solutions Inc
5 Lynxholm Ct
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Anderson And Sons Home Solutions Inc
5 Lynxholm Ct
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
436 local quotes requested
13 years of experience

Anderson And Sons Home Solutions Inc is Cape Cod's premiere company for remodeling / roofing / siding / decks / interior and exterior painting, interior and exterior services. we are locally owned and operated and we strive to keep our local community beautiful and colorful! quality and friendly service is always guaranteed. Call us today for your next project needs!

"Excellent. Started the day after Christmas and worked steadily, including weekends and New Year’s Day(!) to get it done quickly. Very efficient, fair on price, and very good quality work. A pro!"

JULIE 265 Harbor Point Rd Cummuquid B on January 2025

Anderson And Sons Home Solutions Inc is Cape Cod's premiere company for remodeling / roofing / siding / decks / interior and exterior painting, interior and exterior services. we are locally owned and operated and we strive to keep our local community beautiful and colorful! quality and friendly service is always guaranteed. Call us today for your next project needs!

"Excellent. Started the day after Christmas and worked steadily, including weekends and New Year’s Day(!) to get it done quickly. Very efficient, fair on price, and very good quality work. A pro!"

JULIE 265 Harbor Point Rd Cummuquid B on January 2025


Hoctor Built Homes
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
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Hoctor Built Homes
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
101 local quotes requested
19 years of experience

Hoctor Built Homes has a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction and one call does it all services from landscaping to New Home construction. We pride ourselves in being the experts in the industry. Call us for a free quote today!

Hoctor Built Homes has a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction and one call does it all services from landscaping to New Home construction. We pride ourselves in being the experts in the industry. Call us for a free quote today!


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Loyd's Home Improvement
Carl Landi Circle
4.52(
27
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Loyd's Home Improvement
Carl Landi Circle
4.52(
27
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
224 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

Loyd's Home Improvement is ready to provide everything and anything your home needs to look and feel new again at affordable prices. With over 25 years of experience, Loyd's Home Improvement has designed and build several Handicapped decks and ramps. Call today for details! Additional DBA - Harold Loyd.

"Harold & his crew, Charlie & Mike were awesome. Came to work on time. They listened to my wants & needs and came up with a plan that worked. Communicated with us through out the process. Their attention to detail was incredible. They went above & beyond their job description. I would highly recommend them on any renovations, they are very talented skilled laborers. It was a pleasure doing business with this company."

John R on December 2024

Loyd's Home Improvement is ready to provide everything and anything your home needs to look and feel new again at affordable prices. With over 25 years of experience, Loyd's Home Improvement has designed and build several Handicapped decks and ramps. Call today for details! Additional DBA - Harold Loyd.

"Harold & his crew, Charlie & Mike were awesome. Came to work on time. They listened to my wants & needs and came up with a plan that worked. Communicated with us through out the process. Their attention to detail was incredible. They went above & beyond their job description. I would highly recommend them on any renovations, they are very talented skilled laborers. It was a pleasure doing business with this company."

John R on December 2024


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Cape Landscape & Irrigation
Commerce Park
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
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Cape Landscape & Irrigation
Commerce Park
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
65 local quotes requested
11 years of experience

Design & Build Beautiful Outdoor Spaces! We specialize in complete Landscape Remodels & Irrigation. ⭐️Patios & Walkways⭐️ ⭐️Retaining Walls & Driveways⭐️ ⭐️Outdoor Kitchen ⭐️ ⭐️irrigation installations⭐️ ⭐️All kinds of new Fence & Outdoor Showers⭐️ www.LANDSCAPEOFCAPE.com ************************************

Design & Build Beautiful Outdoor Spaces! We specialize in complete Landscape Remodels & Irrigation. ⭐️Patios & Walkways⭐️ ⭐️Retaining Walls & Driveways⭐️ ⭐️Outdoor Kitchen ⭐️ ⭐️irrigation installations⭐️ ⭐️All kinds of new Fence & Outdoor Showers⭐️ www.LANDSCAPEOFCAPE.com ************************************

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Guest house building services FAQs

In most states, yes—you can build a guest house, but every city or county sets its own zoning rules and building codes. Before breaking ground, check local ordinances, confirm lot setbacks, and secure the right permits. A local contractor or design-build firm can walk you through the paperwork and site requirements so your project starts on solid legal footing.

Yes—homeowners often tap a few different financing tools. A home-equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow against your equity as you need funds. If you prefer a lump sum tied directly to the project, a short-term construction loan can roll into a second mortgage once the build is complete. Cash-out refinancing is another option: you replace your current mortgage with a larger one and use the difference to cover construction costs.

When you build a guest house, you’re creating a separate structure for hosting visitors without the full amenities needed for permanent living. An accessory dwelling unit, however, includes a complete kitchen and bathroom, meeting building codes for a long-term residence. This key difference makes an ADU ideal for long-term occupancy or rental income, adding enduring value to your property.

How many rooms you need depends on how you plan to use the space. Aim for one bedroom per every one or two occupants to make sure everyone has enough privacy and comfort. Added living and dining areas give you extra functionality, especially for rental use or long-term stays.

Most homeowners pick somewhere between 600 and 1,500 square feet to fit all the essentials. Make sure your design supports one to two occupants per bedroom and includes enough common areas for comfortable daily living. A well-proportioned layout boosts both functionality and property value.

No—a guest house isn’t just a bump-out on your main home. A bump-out is a small extension within an existing room for extra seating or storage. In contrast, you build a guest house as a standalone building with its own foundation and amenities, giving you a fully separate living area that can boost your property’s versatility and value.

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