Garage storage system in Exeter
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Typical Duration
Full day+
Location
Exeter, Devon
Complete garage storage system - not just shelves, but a full transformation with everything having its proper place. Shelving, tool storage, bike racks, overhead storage - the works.
Why A Complete System Beats Random Shelves
Because throwing up random shelves is like putting plasters on a broken leg. You need a proper plan that considers what you actually store, how you use the garage, and what space you have.
💡 Pro tip: A well-designed garage storage system typically recovers about 40-60% of your floor space. That's the difference between barely getting the car in and having room to actually work.
What Makes A System Work
| ✅ Planned System | ❌ Random Storage |
|---|---|
| Everything has designated place | Stuff piled wherever |
| Uses vertical space | Just floor-level storage |
| Easy access to frequent items | Dig through piles to find things |
| Zones for different uses | Everything mixed together |
| Maximizes space efficiently | Wasted space everywhere |
Typical Components
🔧 Storage Elements
| Component | Best For | Space Used |
|---|---|---|
| Wall shelving | Boxes, paint, general storage | Wall height |
| Pegboard/tool rack | Hand tools, frequently used items | Wall space at workbench level |
| Bike hooks/racks | Bikes off the floor | Wall or ceiling height |
| Overhead storage | Seasonal/occasional items | Ceiling void space |
| Sports equipment hooks | Balls, rackets, camping gear | Lower wall space |
Planning Process
📦 How We Design Your System
- Assess - what do you actually store? How do you use the garage?
- Measure - available wall space, ceiling height, obstacles
- Design - sketch out zones and storage solutions
- Quote - price for materials and labor
- Install - complete system fitted properly
- Organize - help plan where everything goes
Typical Costs
| Garage Size | System Complexity | Materials | Labor | Total Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single (basic) | Shelving + some hooks | £200-400 | £400 (1 day) | £600-800 |
| Single (comprehensive) | Full system with all storage types | £400-700 | £600 (1.5 days) | £1000-1300 |
| Double (full system) | Everything inc. overhead | £600-1000 | £800 (2 days) | £1400-1800 |
These are estimates - every garage is different. Get a quote for your specific situation.
Why Choose Us for Garage storage system in Exeter?
Complete storage solution designed
Everything has its place
Maximizes available space
Professional installation throughout
What to Expect
Step 1: Site Visit & Planning
I'll come and look at your garage, discuss what you store and how you use the space, take measurements, and design a system that actually works for you.
Step 2: Quote & Materials
Detailed quote for the full system (or phases if doing it in stages), then source all the materials ready for installation.
Step 3: Installation
Complete install of the system - shelving, racks, hooks, everything. Usually needs the garage clear or mostly clear to work.
Step 4: Organization Help
Once it's all installed, I can help plan where different categories of stuff should go for best access.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to design your own garage storage system? Here's how to approach it:
🔧 Planning tools
- Tape measure and notepad
- Masking tape (to mark zones on floor/walls)
- Camera (to photograph and measure from)
- List of everything you need to store
📐 Design process
- Empty and measure - garage dimensions, note obstacles (fuse box, boiler, etc)
- Categorize your stuff - tools, sports, garden, seasonal, etc
- Zone the garage - where will each category live?
- Plan vertical - walls and ceiling, not just floor
- Frequent items low - occasional items high
- Draw it out - sketch the plan before buying anything
⚠️ Common planning mistakes
- Forgetting about car door swing (mark it out!)
- Not measuring items before planning storage
- Ignoring overhead space
- All storage at one end (walking around car to get everything)
- Not planning for future acquisitions
💡 Pro trick: Use painter's tape to mark out zones on your garage floor and walls before buying anything. Live with it for a few days, simulate getting things in/out. Adjust before committing to drilling holes and buying storage.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Car still needs to fit? Obviously. We plan around the car space first, then maximize the remaining area. Measuring your car (including door swing) is step one.
Phased installation - if budget's tight, we can do this in phases: essential storage first, nice-to-haves later. At least it's all planned to work together.
Seasonal rotation - design should let you swap seasonal items easily - summer sports accessible in summer, winter gear accessible in winter.
Workshop garages - if your garage is also a workshop, the storage system needs different planning - tool accessibility, material storage, work zone clear. Different approach entirely.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in a full garage storage system?
Depends on your needs, but typically: wall-mounted shelving, tool racks/pegboards, bike storage, overhead storage if there's height, sports equipment hooks, and zoning different areas. We plan it together based on what you actually store.
Do I need to buy all the storage components myself?
No - I can source everything and handle the whole project. You tell me what you need to store, I'll design a system that works, get the materials, and install it all. Saves you buying the wrong things or forgetting bits.
How long does a complete garage storage system take?
Full day minimum, often 1.5-2 days depending on garage size and how comprehensive you want it. I'll give you a proper time estimate once I see your garage and understand what you want.
Can you work in sections if I can't afford to do it all at once?
Absolutely - we can plan the whole system but install it in phases. Do the essential storage first, add the nice-to-haves when budget allows. At least it's all designed to work together.
What if my garage is also my workshop?
Even better - we can design proper tool storage, workbench area, material racks, the lot. Workshop garages actually benefit most from good organization.
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