Homeowners are often looking for ways to invest in their homes to both improve their lives and boost their home’s value. Investing in a custom garage system might not be the first improvement that comes to mind, but an overhauled garage carries many financial benefits.
Some of the ways a custom garage system can be a good investment include:
- On-site storage space
- Improved home organization
- Increased property value
- Reduced maintenance costs
Let’s take a look at some of these financial benefits in more depth.
On-Site Storage Space
Many people have jam-packed garages filled to the brim with items they may or may not need. Finding specific belongings can be tough, and it might prompt you to go out and buy duplicates of what you already have. Some people even rent storage units to hold onto the overflow; this costs money every month.
With a custom garage, you’ll gain a lot of storage space. Your garage designer will find space you didn’t even know existed against the wall and often overhead. Suddenly, you’ll have the room available to store everything – from tools to sports gear, and holiday decorations to gardening equipment. You won’t need to purchase duplicates because everything is handy, and you also won’t need to pay for extra storage space.
Improved Home Organization
Having better home organization in general can save you money in a variety of ways. You’ll feel better about cooking dinner if your kitchen is organized – leading to less takeout. You won’t need to spring for a new winter wardrobe when you can easily access last year’s jackets and sweaters.
A custom garage storage system gives you the space you need to store extra items that are currently taking up too much real estate in your living areas. For example, stash your slow cooker, juicer, and other seldom-used appliances in your new garage organization system rather than on the kitchen counter. Voila – you now have more room for meal prep.
If you store your items carefully, you can even keep out-of-season clothing in the garage. The Spruce suggests a variety of containers – from plastic bins to vacuum-sealed bags – if you want to keep moisture and pests out of your clothing.
Increased Property Value
Investing in any type of home organization system, including one in the garage, can boost the value of your property. When would-be buyers see your well-organized garage and all of your storage space, they’re likely to picture their own items stacked neatly in that area. A cluttered, disorganized garage gives the opposite impression; they don’t want to picture their items in that situation.
Keep in mind that house hunters are also looking for indications that current owners have kept up with basic maintenance. Luxurious “extras,” like a custom garage, give the impression that you have not only the desire to make optional improvements but also the foresight to ensure the plumbing, central air, and appliances are in good working order.
All of these factors can justify a higher asking price and/or result in a quicker sale. Either of these is an excellent return on investment, as the longer your house sits on the market, the more frustrated you, as the seller, can become.
Reduced Maintenance Costs
Clutter and mayhem can lead to wear and tear on your belongings. In a garage, this can translate into damage, however minor, to your vehicles. If your car is squeezed in between boxes of books and piles of paint cans, the risk of denting or scratching the doors when you get in or out of the car is high.
In addition, the belongings piled up might be expensive. Tools, in particular, can become damaged if they fall off of a cluttered shelf or get tripped over or stepped on. If they get wet, they can become corroded.
Taking care of your items by putting them in garage cabinets or hanging them on a slatwall system can reduce repair and replacement costs – leading to a longer lifespan for expensive items and saving you money. It also stops these items from injuring you or scratching up your car.
Conclusion
A custom garage system can lead to various benefits, including more storage space, better overall home organization, a higher property value, and lower maintenance costs for your belongings. Any homeowner struggling with garage clutter will likely realize an excellent return on their investment if they put in a new organization system.