Garage Organization Tips | Guide to Decluttering Your Garage

Garages are often the most cluttered and overlooked areas of the home. Instead of housing cars, they’re filled with boxes, tools, and forgotten items. If yours has turned into a chaotic storage zone, you're not alone. As a professional organizer, I’ve helped countless families reclaim their garages with proven garage organization tips, hands-on decluttering support, and smart storage solutions. In this guide, I’ll walk you through simple steps to clear the clutter and create a garage that actually works for your life.

Items to Declutter First:

Start by purging anything you no longer use or need:

• Old paint cans and rags

• Hazardous chemicals

• Empty cardboard boxes

• Unused toys and sporting goods

• Old electronics or broken tools

• Rusty hardware or leftover project materials

• Worn-out hoses, gardening tools, and outdoor furniture

• Camping gear and car accessories you haven’t touched in years

✨ Tip: Look up your county’s hazardous waste guidelines for proper disposal.

Garage Organization Tips for a Clutter-Free and Functional Space:

Once the space is cleared, it’s time to organize:

• Create zones for tools, auto supplies, lawn gear, and sports equipment

• Use pegboards, hooks, and slat walls to maximize wall space

• Install wall-mounted shelving for vertical storage

• Choose durable plastic bins over cardboard for long-term protection

• Add overhead racks for bikes and seasonal items

• Use rollout bins or drawers for small tools and accessories

• Keep paint, tape, and hardware grouped and labeled

• Store ladders and large gear off the ground when possible

• Allocate space for trash cans and recycling bins

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Nathalie XOXO