Locally Based. Locally Trusted.
Todd Nelson lives and works in the Sioux Falls area. He knows the communities he serves, including Garretson, and he shows up like it.
SERVING GARRETSON, SD
Custom Remodeling Contractor in Garretson, SD
Kitchen remodels, bath renovations, decks and custom carpentry for Garretson, SD homes and cabins.
Qualified Carpentry Serves Garretson, SD
Garretson sits northeast of Sioux Falls along Split Rock Creek, near Devil's Gulch and the Palisades country, and it draws people who want scenery and quiet within commuting distance. Homes here range from older in-town houses to properties on wooded and rocky ground overlooking the creek, and both need a contractor comfortable with older framing and difficult sites.
Creekside and bluff properties around Garretson mean decks and outdoor structures built on ground that is anything but flat. Todd Nelson handles stepped framing, tall posts, stair runs and railing details on those sites, and he sets footings that hold in rocky and uneven soil. Screened and covered structures are popular here because the views are worth sitting in.
In town, Garretson kitchens and baths are frequently full renovations in older homes, with layout changes, new cabinetry and matched trim. Todd also finishes basements and installs egress windows for bedrooms. Commercial work in the Garretson area includes retail spaces, churches and small business office fit-outs.
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 Garretson.
Projects Todd builds most often in Garretson
- Stepped and elevated decks on creekside and bluff lots
- Covered and screened outdoor structures built for the views
- Full kitchen renovations in older in-town homes
Todd also serves Valley Springs, Brandon, Dell Rapids and the rest of the Sioux Falls region, and Garretson sits approximately 20 miles northeast of Sioux Falls near Split Rock Creek. See the full list of services or read Todd Nelson's background.
Start Your Garretson Project32 Years of Experience
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
Complimentary Consultation
NAHB Member
SoFi Financing Available
Why Garretson 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 Garretson, SD
Everything Qualified Carpentry builds in Sioux Falls is available in Garretson. Pick the work closest to your project to see how Todd approaches it.
THE PROCESS
How a Garretson 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 Garretson
Todd will not throw out a number over the phone to win the job. Every Garretson 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 Garretson
Can Todd build a deck on a sloped Garretson lot?
Yes. Garretson properties near Split Rock Creek are often steep and rocky, which means stepped framing, tall posts and engineered footings. Todd Nelson builds those decks himself with 32 years of construction experience, as a licensed, bonded and insured general contractor.
Do you build screened outdoor rooms in Garretson, SD?
Yes. Covered and screened structures are popular in Garretson because the creek and bluff views are worth sitting in. Todd Nelson builds the structure and installs MagnaTrack motorized retractable screens as an authorized installer, licensed, bonded and insured for the whole project.
What does a Garretson kitchen renovation involve?
Most Garretson kitchen projects are full renovations in older in-town homes: layout changes, custom cabinetry, new flooring and matched trim. Todd Nelson designs and installs the cabinetry himself, drawing on nine years in cabinetry design and 32 years total in the trade.
Is Garretson within Qualified Carpentry's service area?
Yes. Garretson is roughly 20 miles northeast of Sioux Falls, inside the 30-mile service area, near Valley Springs, Brandon and Dell Rapids where Todd Nelson also works. He answers his own phone at 605-212-6318 and schedules Garretson work in continuous blocks.
Who is responsible for permits on a Garretson project?
Todd Nelson is. As the licensed general contractor who bids and builds the project, he handles permits, inspections and code compliance for Garretson work. Qualified Carpentry is licensed, bonded and insured, and Todd holds a City of Sioux Falls residential building contractor license.
Does Todd finish basements in Garretson homes?
Yes. Todd Nelson finishes Garretson basements including family rooms, bedrooms and baths, and installs the code-required egress window for any bedroom. He is an Andersen Windows and Doors Certified Contractor, with 32 years of building experience.
Ready to Start Your Garretson Project?
Call Todd Nelson directly or request an estimate online. He serves Garretson and surrounding communities and follows up personally.