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Simple Steps to Declutter Your Garage and Get Organized

A cluttered garage can easily become overwhelming, but don’t lose hope! We at Kitchen Wise Closet Wise have gained a lot of expertise over the years, and we would love to pass on some tips. Of course we are ready to help transform your garage, but there are some things you can do before we arrive to get a handle on the situation. With a little planning and effort, you can turn it into a functional and organized space. Here are a few simple steps to decluttering your garage and reclaiming that valuable square footage.

1. Sort and Categorize

Start by emptying your garage and sorting everything into categories. Group items like tools, sports equipment, seasonal decor, and gardening supplies. This will help you see what you have and decide what needs to stay, be donated, or discarded.

2. Create Keep, Donate, and Discard Piles

As you sort through your belongings, create three piles: one for items you want to keep, one for things to donate or sell, and a discard pile for anything that’s broken or no longer useful. Be honest with yourself about what you actually use.

3. Use Clear Bins and Label Everything

Store smaller items in clear plastic bins so you can easily see what’s inside. Label the bins for quick identification, making it simple to find what you need when you need it.

4. Create Zones

Assign specific areas of your garage for different activities, such as a tool zone, sports equipment zone, and gardening zone. This will help you stay organized and maintain the space more easily in the future.

By following these steps, you can start the transformation process for your garage from a chaotic storage area into a well-organized space, making it easier to find what you need and use your garage efficiently. That way when we show up you can have peace of mind that what remains are actually things you’ll use and not sentimental waste. We forward to taking care of the heavy lifting that remains!

By Kitchen Wise Closet Wise Staff 10-1-2024