A garage is an excellent extension to your home. It can be used to store and protect your vehicle, tools and seasonal items. It can even be used as a workshop or home gym. But garages also have a tendency to accumulate clutter, making them less functional and even hazardous at times. The key is staying ahead of the mess before it gets out of control.
How to Tell If It’s Time to Cleanout Your Garage
Wondering if it’s time for a complete garage clean out? Here are five signs to watch for.
1. You Can’t Park Your Car In It
Your garage was more than likely built to specifically house your vehicle. If you can no longer get your car in your garage and have settled for parking in your driveway or the street, it’s a good indication that your garage needs some attention. Reclaiming your garage for your vehicle will protect it from the elements and provide added convenience and security.
2. You Can’t Find What You Need
If you spend more time looking for something in your garage than actually using the item, it’s time to reorganize your garage. Not being able to quickly locate items in your garage is not only frustrating, but it generally leads to an even bigger mess as you dig through piles, shuffle around boxes and create a maze of clutter. Here are some garage organizing tips that will make it easier to find what you need.
3. You’re Storing Broken or Expired Items
When something breaks or you just need it out of the way, the garage often ends up being where you put it “for now.” Maybe you planned on fixing it or you weren’t sure how to dispose of it, but somehow that temporary stopover has become its permanent home. If your garage is full of old furniture, broken appliances or outdated electronics, it’s time to clean out the clutter for good and call someone to haul away the junk.
4. Season Items Have Taken Over
Storing holiday decorations, winter gear and seasonal sports equipment is important, but if your garage is packed with items you only use once a year, it might be time to rethink your storage options. Out-of-season items shouldn’t be taking up prime real estate in your garage. Consider rotating items in your garage seasonally, so you can easily access what you need now and things you won’t be needed for another few months are stored up and out of the way.
5. You Feel Overwhelmed When You Open the Door
A cluttered garage can affect you physically and mentally, increasing safety risks as well as stress and anxiety. If you find the idea of having to go into your garage overwhelming, it’s time to take action. A clean, organized garage will not only function properly and be easier to navigate, but it can reduce stress, anxiety and feelings of embarrassment and shame, leading to an easier and happier life.
Reclaim Your Garage with Couple More Guys™
No matter what state your garage is in, a Couple More Guys™ can help you clean and organize it. Our two-person, insured crews specialize in garage, basement and storage clean outs and can help you sort your belongings, tidy your tools, organize your shelves and clean up your floors to leave you with a clean, safe and functional space. We can even haul away your unwanted junk. Let us save your garage from chaos and clutter. Schedule a garage clean out crew today.