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The Fitzgerald Custom Homes blog is designed to inspire and inform you throughout your home-building journey. From expert tips to design ideas, we’re here to help you craft a home that reflects your unique vision and lifestyle.

Beyond the Box: How to Transform Your Kitchen Cabinets into High-Functioning Storage
Discover how custom kitchen cabinets and smart storage solutions can elevate your Cape Cod kitchen remodel. Learn how to maximize space with modern, functional design ideas.

How Long Should It Take to Build a Custom Home on Cape Cod?
If you’re thinking about building a new home on Cape Cod, timeline is right up there with budget on the list of important questions—and rightfully so. It’s a great question, and like pricing, the answer depends on several variables…

The Best Time to Build or Renovate Your Home on Cape Cod
The Cape’s beauty comes with some unique challenges—seasonal weather shifts, tourist traffic, and contractor availability all impact how smoothly your project will run. With Fitzgerald Homes’ local expertise, you can navigate these factors and plan your renovation or new build smartly and efficiently.

Your Project Roadmap: The Pre-Construction Meeting
At Fitzgerald Custom Homes, great projects start with great communication. The pre-construction meeting isn’t just a formality—it’s a critical step in ensuring your project stays on track, avoids unnecessary surprises, and delivers the results you signed up for. Learn what you can expect out of your pre-construction meeting with our team…

Navigating the Permitting Process for Your Cape Cod Custom Home
Building or remodeling on Cape Cod is an exciting journey, but permitting can be daunting and confusing. Do you need a permit? Where do you start? How long will it take?
At Fitzgerald Custom Homes, we’ve been through this process countless times, and we’re here to make it as straightforward as possible. Since permitting plays a major role in your project’s timeline, we’ve put together a few notes to help you understand what to expect along the way.