Many people renovate their homes to achieve more living space. However, others would have plenty of room if they could just find someplace to put all of their belongings. Discarding your stuff can be difficult, and you might have accumulated a lot of it—especially if you’ve lived in one spot for many years. In such instances, ask a remodeling contractor to help you maximize storage space. Below are some suggestions for how to start.

How a Remodeling Contractor Can Help You Maximize Storage Space

Stairway

The area beneath the stairs is often wasted space. Take advantage of this by transforming that space into a closet or shelving cabinet. In fact, the stairs themselves make an excellent frame for drawers. An extra 10 or 12 storage drawers plus a properly organized junk closet should help you tidy up much of the clutter in your home.

Bedrooms

Squeeze an extra few cubic feet of storage into each bedroom by installing a raised platform containing deep drawers. Place a mattress atop the platform so it mimics under-bed drawers, or place a desk, filing cabinet, and work chair upon it and turn the area into a mini-office.

Bathroom

Because bathroom space is often so scarce, many people store towels and many of their personal care items in the hall closet. However, this eats up the room you could use to store other items like toys or maintenance and cleaning supplies. Consider utilizing the space within the walls; have your remodeling contractor create cabinets for hand towels and bathroom sundries. That way, you free up space down the hall and you don't have to leave the bathroom to grab a clean towel or washcloth.

If your home feels cramped and overrun with belongings, contact the remodeling contractors at Dahl Construction Co. in Bayfield, WI, and ask them to design more storage space. They are family-owned and -operated and have served clients throughout eastern Wisconsin since 1976. They specialize in home additions, custom homes, pole buildings, and roofing. Call (715) 779-3600 for a free estimate or visit their website to message them about financing or availability.