DECKS & OUTDOOR LIVING
Custom Deck Builder in Sioux Falls, SD
Custom decks, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, and complete outdoor living spaces in Sioux Falls, SD. Built for South Dakota seasons. Designed for how you actually live outside.
THE SERVICE
Outdoor Living Spaces That Work as Hard as the Rest of Your Home
South Dakota summers are short and worth every minute. The last thing you want is an outdoor space that bakes in the afternoon sun, fills with bugs, or looks dated three years after it was built. Qualified Carpentry builds outdoor living spaces designed to be used, not just photographed.
Todd Nelson brings the same precision to a custom deck as he does to your kitchen or bathroom. Materials that hold up to South Dakota freeze-thaw cycles. Structural work built to code with permits pulled. Design that makes sense for how your family lives outside.
From a simple low-maintenance composite deck to a fully covered outdoor living room with a kitchen, motorized screens, and a pergola. Qualified Carpentry handles every aspect of the project.
Portfolio
Recent MagnaTrack Installations
Motorized Retractable Screen for Outdoor Living — Sioux Falls, SD
PREFERRED PARTNER
MagnaTrack Motorized Screens
Qualified Carpentry is one of very few preferred MagnaTrack partners in South Dakota. MagnaTrack motorized retractable screens transform your outdoor space into a fully protected outdoor room, shielding against sun, wind, insects, and debris while keeping the view and the breeze.
Whether you are adding screens to a new pergola build or retrofitting an existing outdoor structure, Todd handles the full installation. The result is an outdoor space you use more days of the year, in more comfort, with more protection.
This is a premium upgrade. It is also one of the most common things homeowners say they wish they had added from day one.
MagnaTrack Features
- Motorized retractable operation
- Depont Kevlar fiber screens
- Sun, wind, and insect protection
- Maintains your view and ventilation
- Custom sizing for any outdoor structure
- Clean, concealed housing when retracted
- Dramatically extends outdoor season
- Preferred partner installation warranty
Outdoor Living Services in Sioux Falls, SD
Custom Decks
Pressure-treated, composite, and hardwood decks built to your specs and your site.
Pergolas
Custom pergola design and construction. Freestanding and attached.
Outdoor Kitchens
Built-in grills, countertops, storage, and full outdoor kitchen builds.
Patios
Poured concrete and paver patio design and construction.
MagnaTrack Screens
Premium motorized retractable screen installation. Preferred partner.
Deck Renovation
Deck board replacement, railing upgrades, and full deck restorations.
THE PROCESS
How a Decks & Outdoor Living Project Works
From the first phone call to the final walkthrough, here is exactly what to expect.
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 the Cost of a Decks & Outdoor Living Project
No two decks & outdoor living projects price the same, and Todd will not guess at a number to win the job. Here is what moves the price up or down. And what he looks at before writing your estimate.
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
Todd built my deck a few years ago and it turned out amazing!!!! He is so nice and works fast! Best deck in Worthing!
Heather Wood · Worthing, SD
FAQ
Decks & Outdoor Living FAQs
Common questions about decks & outdoor living in Sioux Falls, SD.
How much does a custom deck cost in Sioux Falls, SD?
A standard pressure-treated deck in Sioux Falls generally starts around $8,000 to $15,000. Composite decks with custom railing, pergolas or outdoor kitchens range from $20,000 to $60,000 or more. Todd Nelson prices each deck after measuring the site and grade.
Composite or wood: which lasts longer here?
Composite holds up better through South Dakota freeze-thaw cycles and needs no staining, while cedar costs less up front and can be refinished. Todd Nelson walks through both with you honestly, including which composite lines he has seen perform over ten-plus years.
How deep do deck footings need to be?
Below frost depth, which in this region means substantial footings, not surface blocks. Todd Nelson sets footings to code and details ledger flashing so the deck does not heave or rot the house band board. He is a licensed, bonded and insured contractor.
Do you build pergolas and outdoor kitchens?
Yes. Todd Nelson designs and builds pergolas, covered structures, outdoor kitchens with built-in grills and storage, and patios across the Sioux Falls area. Outdoor living is built as one project rather than pieced together by separate contractors.
Can you add motorized screens to a deck?
Yes. Qualified Carpentry is an authorized MagnaTrack installer, so a covered deck can get wind-rated motorized retractable screens that turn it into a usable three-season room. Todd Nelson builds the structure and installs the screen system himself.
Can you rebuild or resurface an existing deck?
Yes, when the framing and footings are sound. Todd Nelson inspects the structure first, replaces decking and railing where the frame is good, and rebuilds from the footings up when it is not. He will tell you which the deck actually needs.
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COMMUNITIES WE SERVE
Todd serves homeowners and businesses across the Sioux Empire including Sioux Falls, Harrisburg, Tea, Brandon, and surrounding communities.
Local & Verified
Decks & Outdoor Living in Sioux Falls, SD
Qualified Carpentry is based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and handles decks & outdoor living for homeowners and businesses within 30 miles.
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Ready to Build Your Outdoor Living Space?
Todd meets with you on-site at no charge. Written estimate follows. Todd will review your project, assess your space, and design a build that works for your backyard and your budget. Serving Sioux Falls and surrounding communities.