About Us

Our story is about more than homes—it’s about the people we serve.

At Cadence Construction, we don’t just build homes—we build trust, relationships, and legacies. With a deep commitment to quality craftsmanship and personalized service, we ensure that every project is as unique as the people we work with. Founded by seasoned industry experts Wiggs Thompson and Travis Tedder, Cadence is the culmination of decades of experience and a shared passion for creating homes that inspire.

The Vison

The journey of Cadence Construction began with a vision: to raise the bar for custom homebuilding in Middle Tennessee. Drawing from years in real estate, construction, and home building, Wiggs wanted to create a company that delivers not only exceptional homes but also exceptional experiences.

Every home we build is guided by our unwavering principles:

INTEGRITY

We do what’s right, even when no one is watching.

EXCELLENCE

From materials to methods, we never settle for less than the best.

CUSTOMER-CENTRIC

Your satisfaction is our ultimate goal.

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Our Philosophy

We believe a home should be more than a place to live—it should be a reflection of your life’s rhythm. That’s why we emphasize:

Collaboration

Your ideas, vision, and feedback are integral to the process.

Innovation

We stay ahead of the curve with modern techniques and timeless designs.

Longevity

We build homes that stand the test of time, both structurally and aesthetically.

Our Team

Wiggs Thompson

President

With an extensive background in the real estate and home building industry, Wiggs Thompson brings a great deal of experience and professionalism to Cadence Construction. His ethical and highly analytical method to business has proven beneficial for not only Cadence Construction, but also LP Building Products, Regions Bank, Wachovia Bank and other well known banks in the Southeast.

During his time as a commercial real estate lender, Wiggs Thompson focused primarily on home builder finance, acquisition, and development lending. His career then took him into the manufacturer sales field, where he sold building materials to home builders and dealers.

Drawing off of his previous positions and career opportunities, Wiggs decided it was time to begin his own venture in the home building area. Drawing off of his previous positions and career opportunities, Wiggs decided it was time to begin his own venture in the home building area and Cadence Construction was born.

In his position as President of Cadence Construction, Wiggs places a strong emphasis on customer service and satisfaction. In addition to his position at Cadence Construction, Wiggs is an active member of the Board of Directors for the Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee (HBAMT). During his time on the Board of Directors, he has worn many hats including the President of the Associates Council in 2013, Associate of the Year in 2013, and currently as a local director.

Wiggs has been a Middle Tennessee resident since 2005 along with his beautiful wife Melanie and son Brayden.

Travis Tedder

Travis Tedder of Cadence Construction began his career in the construction industry in 1999. While working in Tallahassee, Florida, Travis worked on and managed a foundation and framing crew. Later on, he moved into the position of punch man. As he continued his career, he became an estimator/superintendent.

In 2006, Travis moved to Franklin, Tennessee and began working at Ford Custom Classic as a superintendent, and was later promoted to Senior Builder. This position allowed Travis to oversee and build hundreds of homes and town homes in the top neighborhoods throughout the Franklin area, including Westhaven, Canterbury, Carlise, Ladd Park, and several others.

Throughout his career, Travis built up an impressive and extensive professional network of renowned subcontractors. Drawing upon this network and his background in the construction, buying, and building industry, Travis knew that Cadence Construction was the perfect opportunity.

Travis has lived in Middle Tennessee since January 2006 with his wife Amy, and children Luke, Georgia and Lilly Kate.

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