Locally Based. Locally Trusted.
Todd Nelson lives and works in the Sioux Falls area. He knows the communities he serves, including Baltic, and he shows up like it.
SERVING BALTIC, SD
Custom Remodeling Contractor in Baltic, SD
Kitchen remodels, basement finishing, egress windows, decks and custom carpentry in Baltic, SD.
Qualified Carpentry Serves Baltic, SD
Baltic is a Big Sioux River town north of Sioux Falls with a small, well-regarded school district that keeps drawing young families out of the city. Those families usually buy more house than they can finish at once, which is why lower-level finishing and staged remodeling are the most common Baltic projects Todd Nelson takes on.
A typical Baltic project runs in phases: finish the lower level this year with a family room, bedroom and bath, then rebuild the kitchen next year. Todd Nelson is comfortable working that way and will sequence the scope so the second phase does not undo the first. Any lower-level bedroom needs a code-compliant egress window, which he installs as an Andersen Certified Contractor.
River-adjacent property around Baltic also raises questions about moisture and grading before a basement gets finished, and Todd will say so before drywall goes up rather than after. Outside, he builds decks and covered structures suited to river-lot views. Nearby Dell Rapids, Renner and Crooks are on the same regular route.
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 Baltic.
Projects Todd builds most often in Baltic
- Phased lower-level finishes with family room, bedroom and bath
- Egress window installation for basement bedrooms
- Decks and covered structures on river-adjacent lots
Todd also serves Dell Rapids, Renner, Crooks and the rest of the Sioux Falls region, and Baltic sits approximately 18 miles north of Sioux Falls along the Big Sioux River. See the full list of services or read Todd Nelson's background.
Start Your Baltic Project32 Years of Experience
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
Complimentary Consultation
NAHB Member
SoFi Financing Available
Why Baltic 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 Baltic, SD
Everything Qualified Carpentry builds in Sioux Falls is available in Baltic. Pick the work closest to your project to see how Todd approaches it.
THE PROCESS
How a Baltic 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 Baltic
Todd will not throw out a number over the phone to win the job. Every Baltic 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 Baltic
Does Qualified Carpentry finish basements in Baltic, SD?
Yes. Lower-level finishing is the most common Baltic project. Todd Nelson frames, insulates and finishes family rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms, and installs the required egress window. He has 32 years of building experience and runs a licensed, bonded and insured company.
Can a Baltic remodel be done in phases?
Yes. Many Baltic families finish the lower level one year and rebuild the kitchen the next. Todd Nelson sequences the scope so the second phase does not tear out the first, using 32 years of project experience including time as a jobsite superintendent.
What about moisture in a Baltic basement near the river?
Todd Nelson checks grading, drainage and existing moisture before any Baltic basement gets framed, and he will tell you to fix it first rather than bury a problem behind drywall. That honesty comes from 32 years of seeing what shortcuts look like five years later.
Does a Baltic basement bedroom need an egress window?
Yes. Code requires a compliant egress window and well for any Baltic basement bedroom. Todd Nelson cuts the opening, sets the window and finishes the framing as one job. He is an Andersen Windows and Doors Certified Contractor.
Who answers the phone at Qualified Carpentry?
Todd Nelson does. Baltic clients reach the owner and general contractor directly at 605-212-6318, not a call center or a salesperson. He is the person who bids your project, schedules it, and does the carpentry with 32 years of trade experience.
What other services are available in Baltic?
Beyond basements, Todd Nelson handles Baltic kitchen and bath remodels, custom cabinetry, decks, window replacement, motorized retractable screens and commercial finish work. Qualified Carpentry is licensed, bonded and insured and belongs to NAHB, HBSE and the South Dakota Home Builders Association.
Ready to Start Your Baltic Project?
Call Todd Nelson directly or request an estimate online. He serves Baltic and surrounding communities and follows up personally.