Effective Ways to Maximize Space in Your Garage

It's Your Garage...Take It Back!
A very effective way to take advantage of an empty ceiling in your garage is to add an overhead garage storage rack.  Installing a functional overhead garage storage system is a creative way to maximize the available space. The garage is considered one of the most cluttered places in the home.  Perhaps, it's because most of your unwanted and unused items go directly there.  Most of the time, people just tend to pile, stack and stash their junk in their garage.

To make the most out of your garage space, why not turn it into an attractive and more appealing area by integrating overhead storage units. The ceiling space is the most overlooked area of the garage. When several storage units occupy the garage ceiling, you will have an clean area with which to park your car again.

Many different Types of Overhead Storage offer an excellent way of creating more storage where you can place your camping gear, gardening tools, hand tools and car accessories.  Those of you who have knowledge in carpentry can install a Do-it-Yourself kit from SafeRacks or MonsterRAX.  These kits offer easy to follow step-by-step instruction to install a rack in just a couple hours.  Building ceiling storage systems on your own with off the shelf products won't give you the piece of mind required for storing heavy objects overhead.  Garage racks will provide tons of savings as compared to renting storage space.  Aside from that, you will be assured to have custom fit and access your things when ever you want.  Doing so will help you increase your storage space while increasing the value of your home.

Storage space translates into savings only when you are able to maximize the available square footage on the ceiling.  Overhead storage systems are the most economical and practical way to reclaim your garage and organize your workspace.  Having overhead storage compartments will help you to organize and label your items to give way to a more inviting and appealing space in your garage.

There are many benefits of overhead storage options on the market today.  You just have to take note of some important factors like the dimensions of your ceiling area, types of items you need to store, the number of racks needed and the structure of your garage ceiling.

Organize Your Garage | Make Life Easier

Garage organization is tough business.  If you're like most people, the car is in the driveway and the junk is in the garage.  73% of Americans enter their home through the garage and less than 25% of Americans can actully get through to the entry door without significant trouble.  MonsterRAX was developed to help get some of that clutter off the ground and into space you allready own.

Why Pay for Mini-Storage?

Stop paying the high cost of self storage!  For the cost of a few months rent you can get these amazing garage racks.  Finally, get the car back in or enjoy some new found space.  Now you can access your things anytime without driving to a storage place and lugging all your stuff in and out of the car.  While mini storage is a great option for many, overhead storage racks are a requirement in every garage.

Enjoy the Morning Before Work

For those of you in heavy snow states, ceiling racks are an incredible option for getting to work efficiently in a timely manner.  Wouldn't it be nice to walk into your garage and get into a car that has no ice on the windshield.  Spend your time inside your warm home while you rest easy knowing that you don't have 15-30 minutes of snow and ice scraping to do before school or work. 

Is a Hurricane Coming?

On the east and gulf coasts, many people use these racks for storing their hurricane shutters.  These shutters take up a huge amount of space and the racks help to keep the garage floor from being so cluttered.  You only need the shutters when the hurricane is coming, why keep them on the floor for so long and in your way?  Here is an easy an cost efficient way to make life easier while utilizing the space you allready own with overhead storage racks.

Overhead Storage Racks | Options for Creating More Storage Space

Garage Overhead Storage Racks make life easy. Get organized today with a simple idea that will provide years of satisfaction. Storage shelving that anchors to your garage ceiling can help you finally get the garage you deserve.

Below is the atest SafeRacks Commercial.  It talks a lot about what heavy duty overhead racks can do for your home.  There are some pretty good before and after shots. 

There is nothing worse than living with the space-stealing clutter that seems to accumulate in our garages and storage spaces causing us to avoid these otherwise useful rooms. Your garage has so much potential that is stolen away with mounds and stacks of unnecessary items that are not organized in any useful way. The answer to the problem lies in an overhead storage system that removes the obstacles to your productivity and happiness. There are a few options in getting these storage systems installed.

Option 1: Do-It-Yourself For the handyman out there with a desire to save on installation costs, this is the option for you. The overhead rack installation process is very simple. Determine the space available by measuring your garage ceiling area. Measuring the drop-down space available is important too when ordering. Know what you need before you make your purchase and buy only what you need. You will want to clear your garage floor space directly below the installation area. Look through the installation instructions, layout the parts and you're set to go! Read through the installation instructions first and make sure you have the tools required to finish the job. Last but certainly not least, ENJOY THE PROJECT! You are reclaiming the floor space that is rightfully yours and you will be amazed with the results.

Option 2: Professional Installation To save time and get the job done quickly, call one of the many professional installers available. Most installers stock popular sizes and colors and are happy to consult you on maximizing your overhead space. Stocking dealers know the business of overhead racks and know how to install them properly, safely and quickly. Upon making contact, the installer will need to know a few things about the garage. First and foremost, the garage space must be clear for the installer to setup, measure and make recommendations. Some installers can provide estimates over the phone and some require a site visit. Knowing the shelving sizes and accessories that are available will help determine the right type of overhead garage storage for your unique storage needs. In addition, it will assist the installer in bringing out the right materials before the job begins. Either way, you can rest assure that a dealer can get the job done right. If it turns out that you want to change your initial size or color of overhead rack, that's not a problem; most installers carry additional units and sizes for revisions to your storage plan. Overhead rack dealers are very familiar with home and garage organization. They are field experts and can help eliminate the clutter in your garage.

Storage Overhead Systems are the way to go. Either option you choose, make sure you buy a product with a good safety record and rating. Some off-the-shelf products can pose serious issues for the unqualified do-it-yourselfer. Stick with one of the heavy-duty overhead rack brands that you can't find in stores. Ensure you are backed by a company that has a lifetime warranty. This will give you piece of mind knowing that your items and the rack will stay SAFE overhead for a lifetime.

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