Locally Based. Locally Trusted.
Todd Nelson lives and works in the Sioux Falls area. He knows the communities he serves, including Crooks, and he shows up like it.
SERVING CROOKS, SD
Custom Remodeling Contractor in Crooks, SD
Finish carpentry, custom built-ins, kitchen and bath remodels and decks for Crooks, SD homeowners.
Qualified Carpentry Serves Crooks, SD
Crooks is a small Minnehaha County town northwest of Sioux Falls where most residents commute into the city and choose to stay put rather than move up. That changes the kind of work homeowners invest in here: they remodel to keep the house for another twenty years, not to flip it, so quality and durability matter more than the lowest bid.
Because Crooks houses tend to be modest in size, the projects Todd Nelson gets called for are about making existing square footage work harder. That means custom built-ins instead of furniture, storage benches and lockers at the entry, closet systems, and kitchens reworked to gain counter and pantry space. Finish carpentry is Todd's core trade, and small rooms are where careful trim work shows most.
Crooks also has enough older housing that basement finishing and window replacement come up often. Todd handles egress cuts and Andersen window installation as a certified contractor, and he builds decks sized for smaller lots. Nearby Renner, Hartford and Baltic get the same schedule and the same crew, which keeps drive time from turning into project delays.
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 Crooks.
Projects Todd builds most often in Crooks
- Custom built-ins, entry lockers and closet systems in smaller homes
- Basement finishes and egress window installation in older housing
- Right-sized decks for in-town lots
Todd also serves Renner, Hartford, Baltic and the rest of the Sioux Falls region, and Crooks sits approximately 12 miles northwest of Sioux Falls. See the full list of services or read Todd Nelson's background.
Start Your Crooks Project32 Years of Experience
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
Complimentary Consultation
NAHB Member
SoFi Financing Available
Why Crooks 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 Crooks, SD
Everything Qualified Carpentry builds in Sioux Falls is available in Crooks. Pick the work closest to your project to see how Todd approaches it.
THE PROCESS
How a Crooks 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 Crooks
Todd will not throw out a number over the phone to win the job. Every Crooks 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 Crooks
What does Qualified Carpentry build in Crooks, SD?
Todd Nelson builds custom built-ins, entry lockers, closet systems, trim packages, kitchens, bathrooms and decks in Crooks. Finish carpentry is his core trade after 32 years, and Qualified Carpentry is licensed, bonded and insured for every project in Minnehaha County.
Can custom carpentry make a small Crooks home feel bigger?
Yes. In smaller Crooks homes, built-in shelving, entry lockers, window seats and reworked pantry storage recover space that furniture wastes. Todd Nelson designs and builds those pieces on site with 32 years of finish carpentry experience, as a licensed, bonded and insured contractor.
Does Todd take small jobs in Crooks?
Yes. Crooks sits about 12 miles northwest of Sioux Falls, inside the regular service area, so Todd Nelson takes single-room trim work, door replacements, built-ins and repairs as well as full remodels. He is the owner and general contractor on every job, licensed, bonded and insured.
How long has Todd Nelson been doing this work?
Todd Nelson has 32 years in the trade. He completed the Building Trades Technology program at Lake Area Technical Institute and earned a Certificate in Construction Management in 1996, worked residential and commercial finish carpentry through the late 1990s and 2000s, served as a jobsite superintendent, then spent nine years in cabinetry before founding Qualified Carpentry.
Do Crooks basements need an egress window to finish?
Yes. Any Crooks basement bedroom requires a code-compliant egress window and window well. Todd Nelson cuts the opening, sets the window and finishes the framing as one job, and he is an Andersen Windows and Doors Certified Contractor.
What other communities does Todd serve near Crooks?
From Crooks, Todd Nelson also works regularly in Renner, Hartford, Baltic, Colton and Sioux Falls. Qualified Carpentry serves communities within about 30 miles of Sioux Falls, and Todd is a member of NAHB, HBSE and the South Dakota Home Builders Association.
Ready to Start Your Crooks Project?
Call Todd Nelson directly or request an estimate online. He serves Crooks and surrounding communities and follows up personally.