Augustus Construction Company, Inc.

Truro's Building Department requires a building permit for any kitchen or bath remodel that affects structure, walls, or fixtures, with separate plumbing, electrical, and gas permits filed by licensed trades. The Cape Cod Commission can weigh in on larger projects, and any work in the Cape Cod National Seashore boundary triggers federal review on top of town permits. Conservation Commission review applies near any of Truro's many ponds, kettle holes, and the Atlantic and Bay shorelines. Title 5 review is strict — the entire Cape has heightened nitrogen-loading rules in the upper Cape water quality zones.

Truro sits in the Cape Cod cost band, the second-highest in Massachusetts after Boston metro because of logistics, labor scarcity, and seasonal demand. Mid-range bath remodels typically run $18,000–$34,000, with primary baths $32,000–$58,000. Mid-range kitchens land at $35,000–$68,000, and high-end semi-custom or custom kitchens run $65,000–$140,000-plus — the upper end common for high-value second homes. Title 5 septic upgrades on the Cape can run $25,000–$50,000 because of enhanced nitrogen-reducing system requirements, often double the inland number.

Massachusetts requires a written contract and a Home Improvement Contractor registration for most residential kitchen & bath remodel work; ask for the registration number and check it before paying a deposit.

More on permits, costs, rebates and common questions, plus every other kitchen & bath remodel contractor serving the town, on the Kitchen & Bath in Truro page.