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Our Story

Who We are

Born and raised in the mountains of Colorado, Tate Locke acquired 30+ years of experience working in all aspects of the construction industry. In 2003 he came to Cedaredge, CO to build a retirement home for his parents. After spending time in the area Tate and his wife Julie, also a Colorado native, came to appreciate and love Western Colorado and all that it has to offer. Tate and his dad, Bill Locke, formed a partnership to start the family-run business, Locke Construction, which eventually became Cristee-Meade Building Company. In the past decade, they have built dozens of houses and completed countless other projects from small jobs to major remodels and additions. In 2010, co-founder Bill Locke passed away and since then, Tate and Julie have grown the family-run business. In 2014 the company purchased and remodeled a building on Hwy 65 in Cedaredge for their new office and showroom. Along with the new location, Locke Construction took the old family name: Cristee-Meade Building Company to honor its late founder, Bill Locke. Cristee-Meade, an established family name going back several generations, will serve as the foundation for future endeavors, while paying homage to family traditions and values.

Our team

People Matter

We strive to hire and keep hard working, detail-oriented crew members and we value their contributions to the team. We work hard to retain our employees for the long term. Typically, construction is a high turn-over business and we pride ourselves on the fact that we’ve been working with some of our people for a decade or more.

Brett Sorrentino

Operations Coordinator

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Chris Green

Production Manager

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Tate Locke, owner

Design & Sales

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Julie Locke, Owner

Insurance & Marketing

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Eric Predmore

Lead Finish Carpenter

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Jose Gallegeos

Lead Carpenter

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Aaron hill

Shop Manager

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Breckin van der Renst

Project Manager

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Anthony Carillo

Carpenter

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Our Commitment

Our community

At Cristee-Meade, we believe in the power of giving back. we are deeply committed to partnering with the organizations that help shape and strengthen the Community we serve.

Supporting community organizations is not just a responsibility – it’s a privilege. We recognize that by investing in local initiatives, we contribute to the health and prosperity of everyone, from individuals to families to local businesses. Our commitment to service is rooted in the belief that a thriving community is the foundation for everyone’s success. Here are a few of the local organizations that we proudly support:

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Our office

Come visit

We invite you to drop by our office and showroom to explore the latest in design and industry trends. Located at 735 S. Grand Mesa Drive in Cedaredge, our showroom offers a wide variety of finish selections, giving you the opportunity to experience the materials that can bring your vision to life. Whether you're planning a new project or simply curious about what's new, our team is here to guide you through our the process. Come visit us and discover how we can help turn your ideas into reality!

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    WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

    "What a surprise and delight to find this highest caliber build/design company in the tiny town I moved to! Tate and his crew are a class act, from start to finish. Their expertise and craftsmanship are second to none. All the workers and subs are polite and considerate and accommodating of my work-from-home schedule. Best of all, the project supervisor kept such good tabs on things that I didn't have to worry about something going wrong. Totally no drama. Because they're the best, they are in demand, so you might have to get in line to start your project - but it's worth it!"
    Lynn F.
    "We invested a lot of time and energy researching/interviewing builders for our remodel/addition project and couldn’t be happier with our decision to choose Cristee-Meade. Their craftsmanship, attention to detail, transparency and professionalism were amazing and a constant throughout the entire project, giving us confidence and peace of mind. Brett, our project manager, is extremely knowledgeable, always available to listen, answer questions and provide the best recommendations. Cristee-Meade is much more than a building company, they make dream homes come true!"
    Patricia B.
    "Very professional from the beginning bid straight to the finish. They listened to our wishes, suggested great ideas, executed a plan, made communication key, kept us on budget, used knowledgeable, skilled hardworking sub-contractors and crew all in a timely manner. Wildly beyond our expectations...simply put, they delivered our dream!"
    Scott F.
    "Tate Locke and his crew at Cristee-Meade did a wonderful job on our house. The house timeline ran as scheduled, and it was completed on time. The quality of the workmanship was excellent."
    Gary S.
    "Tate Locke and his crew at Cristee-Meade did a wonderful job on our house. The house timeline ran as scheduled, and it was completed on time. The quality of the workmanship was excellent. "
    Gary S.
    "This builder provides the highest quality workmanship combined with very creative design concepts. This is a full-service builder that is involved from the design concept stage through to the finished product. He is very responsive to the customer’s needs and will build a home that is customized to the exact wishes of the customer."
    Richard U.
    "Cristee-Meade was a great company to work with. Right from the beginning to the very end, everything went smoothly. Tate Locke, our project manager, assured us that even though we were building from a long distance away that we wouldn’t have any issues, he’s done it before. He sent us pictures of all the milestones and was quick to respond to our questions and made us feel a part of the build. We knew how we wanted it to appear from the outside, but the inside was a puzzle to us. He had great ideas for the floor plan. We had a few tweaks which he incorporated easily. We love the finished product and the layout flows beautifully. The crew was amazing. When we were able to get to town and come through, they were friendly, respectful and helpful when we had questions. Also, it was very important to us that we stayed on budget. Tate worked very hard on achieving that. We were less than 2% over budget, which exceeded our expectations. We would work with Cristee-Meade again in a heartbeat without any qualms. "
    Lorilyn G.
    "When I walk into our house I can hardly believe that I live in such a beautiful space! Spaciousness and beauty in a modern style is what we asked for and exactly what was delivered. Thanks to Tate's creative design and the conscientious and hardworking crew at Cristee-Meade we moved into our new house in August of 2019. During the pandemic we realized that we wanted more room for our family to visit. Tate and Dwan creatively redesigned our attached garage/workshop into a one bedroom apartment with a kitchen and living room while maintaining the style of the existing house. Dwan kept the project running smoothly while providing her skilled design touch. In spite of shortages and shipping delays she went out of her way to research and get the materials needed. The remodel is beautifully constructed. Now we have room for family and guests! Tate and Dwan then designed a separate garage with storage space finding the exact location on the property to integrate it with the design of the house. Cristee-Meade's friendly and hardworking crew just completed the final touches and we are thrilled with how the project turned out. The quality of design and work that Cristee-Meade provides is top notch! They are creative and dependable. We highly recommend them."
    Faith W.
    "STRESS FREE building!!! Yes, the impossible is possible with Cristee-Meade!!! We are seniors, 79 and 73,...Everyone warned us not to build a house because of the stress. Well, our gorgeous house is complete; and the process was like taking a fabulous educational trip with the most amazing, creative, and talented group. The owner and staff are at your side 24/7. Our Project Manager was Brett..."Mr. Wonderful"...what a brilliant man!!!!....his dedication, knowledge, communication, and guidance was outstanding. Every staff, worker, and sub was" Best of the Best". I have never experienced such a cohesive group who take pride in their work. My husband is an engineer, and has built and designed homes . He says that Cristee-Meade surpassed his expectations in quality, design, integrity, time management, and cost. Cristee-Meade has your back every step of the way....and the results are Breathtaking!!!! "
    Jane I.
    "It was an absolute blessing to work with Cristee-Meade to design and build our new home. Tate and Brett began by supporting us as we picked out our property, then they listened to our dreams and combined our vision with their expertise to design and build a home that highlights the best of the land, the view from our property of the Uncompahgre Plateau, and the special features of our modern farmhouse. Brett was patient and kind as we navigated the budget, collaborated on design decisions, and toiled over all the details that go into building a new home. He was knowledgeable, realistic, and innovative throughout the project. It took an extra degree of planning, scheduling, and imagination to build in the middle of the pandemic. The team was dedicated to excellence, persevered through any challenges, and completed the project on time for us to move from the front range to the beautiful Cedaredge community. We couldn’t be happier with our new home; its quality, its beauty, and its comfort are more than we ever imagined. These guys are THE BEST! Thank you to everyone on the Cristee-Meade team."
    Robin L.
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