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Custom Closets – What to Look for, and Where
The movers have come and gone and you’re actually looking forward to unpacking those boxes and organizing things just right. Your new “dream home” seems absolutely perfect.
Oh, it’s perfect all right. That is, until you begin to unpack all of your stuff and realize it doesn’t fit into your new closets!
Mark Lestikow, president of The Closet Factory in Denver encourages new movers to use this as an opportu-nity to change bad habits and get organized right from the start. “Moving into a new home with newly organized closets adds to the pleasure of a happy experience. I would definitely encour-age new movers to organize their closets now, to facilitate settling into their new environment and avoid dissatisfactions that may arise from the honey this doesn’t fit syndrome.”
The following list of questions should help you through the process of identifying the closet, and the closet company right for you.
1) Are there different types of closet systems, or are they all pretty similar? There are two main types of closet units. One is called a wall-hung system, and the other a floor-based system. Ask the closet companies you interview the difference between the two, and which would be most appropriate for your individual needs and expectations.
2) Custom manufactured vs. pre-built systems? Although most closet companies say they are custom, few truly are. A custom closet, as you would expect, is high in quality, offers more efficient space utilization and often is the best value for your investment.
3) Will I have the opportunity to work with a design consultant or see a showroom with examples of product? Having a trained professional designer come to your home is a nice option because they can take your exact measurements and prepare a personalized design that fits your specific needs.
4) What about installation? It is important to distinguish if the installers are employees or independent contractors. There can be a tremendous difference in the final result if a trained employee installs your custom closet versus an untrained independent.
5) How do I pick the right company? The company you choose to install your custom closet is your key decision. All custom closet companies are not the same. Evaluate how you were treated from the first time you called. Were you able to speak with a knowledgeable person immediately, or at least receive a prompt returned call to your inquiry?
Be sure to get a written guarantee, preferably one that will be in effect as long as you live in the house.
Ask to see a customer list. Call some people on this list. If a company doesn’t do good work, people will not likely recommend them. Enjoy your new home and your closets!