Locally Based. Locally Trusted.
Todd Nelson lives and works in the Sioux Falls area. He knows the communities he serves, including Colton, and he shows up like it.
SERVING COLTON, SD
Custom Remodeling Contractor in Colton, SD
Kitchen and bathroom remodels, built-ins, decks and finish carpentry for Colton, SD homeowners.
Qualified Carpentry Serves Colton, SD
Colton is a small agricultural community northwest of Sioux Falls in the Tri-Valley school district, with a compact downtown and homes that have mostly been in the same families a long time. Projects here are practical and budget-aware, and homeowners want to know exactly what they are paying for before anything starts.
Todd Nelson's Colton work is usually a single room done properly: a kitchen with new custom cabinetry and counters, a bathroom rebuilt from the subfloor up, or a set of built-ins that solves storage in a house with small closets. He writes a scope that spells out materials and allowances so there is no drift once work begins.
Colton's older housing also brings window replacement, door replacement and trim work, and Todd handles those as an Andersen Certified Contractor. Outside, decks and entry stairs get rebuilt for winter durability. Hartford, Crooks and Humboldt are all short drives away and share the same schedule block.
Qualified Carpentry holds a City of Sioux Falls Residential Building Contractor license, is fully bonded and insured, and is a member of the National Association of Home Builders. That same standard of work comes to every community we serve, including Colton.
Projects Todd builds most often in Colton
- Single-room kitchen and bathroom rebuilds with clear written scope
- Built-in storage for homes with small original closets
- Window, door and entry stair replacement for winter durability
Todd also serves Hartford, Crooks, Humboldt and the rest of the Sioux Falls region, and Colton sits approximately 25 miles northwest of Sioux Falls. See the full list of services or read Todd Nelson's background.
Start Your Colton Project32 Years of Experience
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
Complimentary Consultation
NAHB Member
SoFi Financing Available
Why Colton Homeowners Choose Qualified Carpentry
32 Years of Trade Experience
Not a new company learning on your project. Todd has been doing this work for 32 years. That experience shows up in every estimate, every build, and every finished room.
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
Fully licensed by the City of Sioux Falls. Bonded and insured on every project. NAHB member. You are protected from the first conversation to the final walkthrough.
SERVICES
Popular Projects in Colton, SD
Everything Qualified Carpentry builds in Sioux Falls is available in Colton. Pick the work closest to your project to see how Todd approaches it.
THE PROCESS
How a Colton Project Works
The same steps on every job, whether it is a trim package or a full kitchen.
1. Tell Todd About the Project
Call 605-212-6318 or send the details through the estimate form. Todd answers his own phone. You are not routed to a call center or handed to a salesperson.
2. Measurements & Details
Most projects need measurements and a clear picture of the existing conditions before anything can be priced. Todd gathers what he needs, in person when the job calls for it.
3. Current Vendor Pricing
Estimates are not handed out on the spot. Materials, cabinets, windows, and specialty products are quoted with vendors so the number you receive reflects current pricing.
4. Written Estimate
You get a written estimate covering scope, materials, and what is included, so there are no surprises once work begins.
5. Build & Final Walkthrough
Todd does the work himself with a small trusted crew, keeps the site clean, and walks the finished project with you before it is called done.
What Affects Project Cost in Colton
Todd will not throw out a number over the phone to win the job. Every Colton estimate is written after measurements and current vendor pricing, and these are the factors that move it.
Request a Written Estimate- Size of the space and the overall scope of work
- Materials and finish level you choose
- Whether the layout or any structure changes
- Condition of what is already there once demolition starts
- Plumbing, electrical, or mechanical work the project triggers
- Timeline, scheduling, and current vendor lead times
What Clients Say
"Qualified Carpentry does AMAZING work! High quality finishes and attention to detail second to none. I have worked with many contractors and this company hits the mark on every aspect. Their custom design, knowledge, professionalism and finished result will exceed your expectations!"
Jody B.
Sioux Falls, SD
"Todd finished my basement several years ago, he did such an amazing job. I will definitely be using him again and would highly recommend him for your needs!"
Ron H.
Sioux Falls, SD
"Always quality work! Many design ideas to update your home."
Barb N.
Sioux Falls, SD
Other Areas We Serve
Qualified Carpentry serves communities throughout the Sioux Falls metro area and surrounding region.
Common Questions About Contractor Services in Colton
Does Qualified Carpentry remodel kitchens in Colton, SD?
Yes. Todd Nelson rebuilds Colton kitchens with custom cabinetry, new counters, flooring and trim, working one room at a time when that suits the budget. He has 32 years in the trade, nine of them in cabinetry design, and is licensed, bonded and insured.
How detailed is a Colton project estimate?
Todd Nelson writes a scope that names materials, allowances and what is included so a Colton homeowner knows exactly what the price covers. He prices after measuring and confirming current vendor costs, not from a doorway guess, and stands behind the number he writes.
Can you add storage to an older Colton home?
Yes. Older Colton houses have small closets, so Todd Nelson builds custom built-ins, pantry cabinetry, window seats and entry storage that recover usable space. Finish carpentry is his core trade after 32 years, and Qualified Carpentry is licensed, bonded and insured.
Do you replace exterior doors and windows in Colton?
Yes. Todd Nelson replaces exterior doors, windows and entry stairs in Colton for weather-tightness and winter durability. He is an Andersen Windows and Doors Certified Contractor, and handles both the unit and the surrounding trim work.
Is Colton too far for a small remodeling job?
No. Colton is about 25 miles northwest of Sioux Falls, and Todd Nelson schedules Colton work alongside Hartford, Crooks and Humboldt jobs so smaller projects still make sense. Qualified Carpentry is licensed, bonded and insured for work throughout Minnehaha County.
Who actually builds a Colton project?
Todd Nelson does. He is the owner and general contractor who bids the Colton project and then performs the carpentry, bringing in trusted plumbing, electrical and mechanical trades only when needed. Thirty-two years of experience is on your jobsite, not in an office.
Ready to Start Your Colton Project?
Call Todd Nelson directly or request an estimate online. He serves Colton and surrounding communities and follows up personally.