Our Story

Building Homes
With Intention.

Materials matter.
Process matters even more.

TN Healthy Home Builders was 
born from a simple realization: 
too many homes are built with 
shortcuts that families never see, 
but often live with for years.

We believe your family's health 
deserves better.

A bright, intentional great room designed for healthy living
Why We Started

Why We Started
TN Healthy Home Builders.

TN Healthy Home Builders started out of necessity.

After years of seeing shortcuts in construction and hearing stories from families dealing with mold, moisture issues, and indoor air quality concerns, we realized something needed to change.

Many builders focus on what homeowners can see. We focus on what they can't.

From moisture management and building assemblies to ventilation and material selection, every decision impacts the long-term performance of a home.

Your family's health is why we are committed to doing the job right.

Rooted In What Matters

The values beneath
every home we build.

01

Life

Creating spaces that restore, protect, and support where families can thrive for generations.

02

Humility

We believe the best homes are built through collaboration, wisdom, and a continual pursuit of better.

03

Faith

Every decision, detail, and structure is rooted in integrity, stewardship, and faith.

The Meaning Behind The Mark

A mark designed
with intention.

Our logo was intentionally designed to reflect the values that guide every project we undertake.

TN Healthy Home Builders mark
  1. 01

    The Roofline

    Represents strength, stability, and integrity.

  2. 02

    The Hebrew Nun

    Represents life, humility, faith, and the foundation of our work.

  3. 03

    Life

    Healthy homes designed to protect, restore, and support life.

  4. 04

    Humility

    We collaborate with humility, always pursuing what is best for the families we serve.

  5. 05

    Faith

    Every home is built with integrity, stewardship, and faith at the foundation.

  6. 06

    The Hidden Foundation

    The negative space beneath the logo mark reveals what the letters and Hebrew Nun is built on, a strong foundation that represents the values that support every healthy home we build.

  7. 07

    Legacy

    When the entire mark is viewed together, a fourth C is revealed — representing legacy, continuity, and the Madison family values woven into every project.

TN Healthy Home Builders emblem

The Complete Emblem

A Higher Standard

Building Beyond
The Standard.

There is the traditional way homes have been built for generations, and then there is a healthier way forward.

Building Biology is often overlooked during the construction process despite its impact on how a home performs and how families experience life inside it.

After hearing countless stories of new homes struggling with moisture issues, mold growth, and poor indoor air quality, we chose to raise the standard.

A healthier home starts long before the finishes are installed.

It begins with intentional planning, informed decisions, and a commitment to doing things differently.

Built For Healthy Living

What does
Built For Healthy Living
mean?

A healthy home should be able to breathe.

From the air you breathe and the water you drink, to the way your attic, crawl space, HVAC system, and dehumidification strategy work together — every detail matters.

Healthy living begins with intentional decisions.

It requires education, planning, and understanding that every family has unique needs.

Our role is to help families make informed choices and build environments that support the life happening inside them.

Kitchen built with healthier materials and intentional ventilation
Craftsmanship detail in a healthy home kitchen
A serene, well-ventilated bathroom
Meet The Founders

The family behind
every home.

Chelsea Madison — Co-Founder, TN Healthy Home Builders

Chelsea Madison

Co-Founder

Chelsea helps guide the client experience and ensures every project reflects the care, communication, and intentionality that define TN Healthy Home Builders.

Chris Madison — Co-Founder, TN Healthy Home Builders

Chris Madison

Co-Founder

Chris leads the healthy building strategy, construction process, and implementation of building practices designed to support long-term home performance and healthier living environments.

Professional Standards

Trusted affiliations.
Considered practice.

CIRSx Environmental Professional — Medically Important Remediation

CIRSx Environmental
Professional

Advanced training in environmental illness awareness, remediation protocols, and healthy rebuilding practices for sensitive occupants.

Healthy Home Network — Founding Member

Healthy Home Network
Founding Member

Proud founding member of Middle Tennessee's community of professionals committed to raising the standard for healthy homes and intentional living.

TN Healthy Home Builders emblem

Healthy Building
Methodology

We prioritize building science, moisture management, healthier materials, and intentional installation at every stage of construction.

Working With Us

A Thoughtful Path Forward

Every healthy home project starts with understanding the home, the concerns, and the path forward. Our process is designed to give you clarity at each stage — from the first conversation through planning and construction.

01Discovery

Complimentary Discovery Call

15 Minutes · Complimentary

Start with a conversation with Chelsea. We'll learn more about your home, your concerns, any inspections or remediation already completed, and what you hope to accomplish.

02Assessment

Healthy Home On-Site Assessment

First 90 Minutes · $250

Meet with Chris at your home for a focused evaluation of the property and the work ahead.

  • On-site evaluation of the home and affected areas
  • Review of available inspection or remediation reports
  • Professional guidance on potential next steps
  • Discussion of healthier rebuilding strategies and construction considerations
  • Initial assessment of potential project scope

A professional working consultation — not a sales appointment.

03Planning

Half-Day Project Planning Consultation

Up to Half Day · $750

For projects requiring a deeper level of evaluation and planning, this consultation allows TN Healthy Home Builders to begin developing a clearer path from existing conditions to construction.

  • Extended on-site evaluation
  • Detailed review of existing reports and findings
  • Communication with inspectors, remediation professionals, and other project partners
  • Coordination with subcontractors and trades
  • Preliminary estimating
  • Scope development
  • Proposal preparation
  • Pre-construction guidance

Professional project planning, estimating, coordination, and pre-construction preparation.

04Build

Move Forward With Construction

Construction Retainer · Scope Dependent

Typically Starting Around $5,000

When the scope is defined and you're ready to move forward, a construction retainer begins the transition from planning into active project preparation.

  • Finalizing the construction scope
  • Material planning and ordering
  • Trade coordination and scheduling
  • Permitting when required
  • Pre-construction preparation
  • Reserving the project on the construction calendar

The construction retainer is applied toward the construction project.

Not Sure Where To Start?

Start with a
conversation.

Every home and every project is different. A complimentary discovery call gives us a chance to understand where you are, answer initial questions, and determine the right next step.