Posted on 23/06/2020

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Tips for Getting Your Garage Clean and Organised


The garage can often become the home of items that you aren’t sure what to do with anymore. This can lead to inevitable unfortunate junk pile accumulating in the garage which takes up space and can be quite hazardous if it gets out of control. How to deal with a garage clearance can be a daunting and unappealing task if your garage is in this state. However, this type of property clearance is very important and can be done without too much effort if the right steps are taken. This list of handy tips can get you started on tackling the junk removal task awaiting you in the garage.

- Be organised and arrange a schedule that you can follow when it comes to garage clearance. Set aside dedicated weekends to sorting through all corners of the garage.

A cluttered garage scene shows numerous open cardboard boxes overflowing with assorted household items like dishes pottery and books. Large blue refuse bags are piled high clearly ready for efficient rubbish removal illustrating a thorough garage clearing and decluttering project.
- Be systematic about what you do with certain items once they have been retrieved from the junk pile. Have containers or boxes set out for items you want to sell, throw out, or donate to charity. This will make the whole process much easier and you won’t be left with more piles of chaos at the end.

- Have a garage sale for little knick-knacks and larger items that have some re-sell value left on them. Do this before taking anything to charity donation shops. You never when your trash can become someone else’s treasure and you might just make some decent pocket money from the whole garage clearance venture.

A smiling man sorts through clothes on hangers at an outdoor garage sale with tables full of neatly folded items representing a common step when clearing out a garage and decluttering unwanted household goods.
- Organise everything you want to keep and categorise these items. Things such as holiday decorations, birthday party supplies, pet supplies etc often end being tossed into the garage. When you’re clearing out the garage, find these items and have a box or container at the ready to pop them into. This will save much effort later on!

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- Clean thoroughly once all the junk is removed from the garage. Basically aim to start from square one after a garage clearance. Take the empty space with nothing in it and sweep and dust thoroughly.

- Implement shelving units and other means of organisation to prevent the junk pile accumulating again in the garage. Stay organised by having clearly labelled containers for different categories and placing them on shelving units. This is the best form of organisation for a garage as it uses space wisely and effectively.

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Take a before and after photograph of the state of the garage and stick these on the wall. This will act a great reminder of exactly how you want your garage to look, and the state you need to avoid it returning to!

When clearing out the garage, it is worth investing in home clearance services to make the task run more smoothly. Because of the nature of junk that has likely accumulated in the garage, there may be a considerable amount of rubbish removal that needs to occur. To do this properly and in an environmentally friendly and ecological manner, it is suggested to hire professional waste removal services. This can come in the form of a man with a van removal services or skip hire facilities.

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Always ensure, when using clearance services that you arrange for a quote before completing the transaction. Try to estimate the best you can approximately the volume of what needs to be removed. This will give a clearer indication of the quote so that you have an outline of how much it will cost you. This is a worthy investment as once the junk is gone the garage can be used for its intended purpose again!

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Since an early age, Daniel's enthusiasm for order has blossomed into a successful career as a waste removal specialist. He takes satisfaction in transforming disorderly spaces into practical ones, providing clients relief from the challenges of clutter.


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