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What It Costs To Upgrade Your Closet
Your closet should inspire you — not scare you. It's time to upgrade your closet to enhance your life.
We'd all like to have a big, perfectly organized closet. However, if you really want to transform your space, getting rid of a few items at the end of the season isn't going to cut it. It may be time to totally upgrade your closet. Here are a few ways you can do it and how much each upgrade will cost.
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Hire a Professional Organizer
If you have adequate closet space but don't know what to hang, what to fold and what to store somewhere else, bringing in a professional organizer is your best bet. They’ll come to your home for a consultation and advise you as to how you can maximize the space you have.
A professional organizer won't just fold your clothes and find a place to put them neatly — they will use a combination of well-coordinated techniques to determine the most efficient and useful positioning for your closet's contents.
Most professional organizers will charge per hour for their time. Others offer a day rate or a flat rate for specific projects. According to HomeAdvisor's True Cost Guide*, the average cost to hire a professional organizer is $485, and most homeowners paid in the range of $255 to $760.
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Install Closet Organizers
If you hire a professional organizer, they might recommend installing a closet organization system, which is a basic collection of shelves, drawers and boxes. To install a closet organizer, you can take one of two approaches:
#1 DIY with a Prefab Organizer
Prefab closet organizers are typically easy to find and install. They can be purchased for as little as $20 at any major department store — and if you're looking for an affordable way to improve your closet, this might be just what you need. Bear in mind, however, that these inexpensive closet systems could be less durable than a custom organizer.
#2 Install a Custom Closet Organizer
If you have an unusually shaped closet or really want to maximize on the space you have, you might prefer a professionally installed custom organizer. This system will be designed specifically to suit the size and setup of your closet and will best match your individual needs. The average cost to install a closet organizer is $1,670, and most homeowners paid in the range of $870 to $2,470.
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Build a New Closet
Starting from scratch can be costly, but it allows for more freedom when it comes to designing your ideal closet. The average cost to build a closet is around $2,000, but a number of factors will impact your bottom line. Here are a few options for building a new closet.
#1 The Walk-in Closet
A professional can survey your room and determine whether a walk-in closet or reach-in closet will better suit your space. The average cost of a walk-in closet is about $1,500, but extra features such as a vanity, dressing area or center island can increase your costs.
#2 The Reach-in Closet
A reach-in closet will likely cost between $1,000 and $2,500. This number will vary depending on the design and amenities of your reach-in. With the right accessories, a reach-in closet can be nearly as functional as a walk-in.
#3 The Custom Closet
If a reach-in or walk-in closet doesn't suit your needs, building a custom closet is another option. You can expect to pay anywhere between $1,000 and $6,500 to build a custom closet. This number will vary based on materials, the location of the closet within your home, its design, lighting and storage amenities.
#4 The Built-in Wardrobe
An area in your home that doesn’t get much use as-is could be a prime location for a built-in wardrobe. The installation costs won't be as high as if you were constructing an entirely new closet, and you'll still have the benefit of more storage for your clothes and accessories. You'll need to install features similar to those that closets have (such as clothing racks, shelving, etc.), but the process will be less expensive and less time-consuming than if you were starting from scratch. If you already have the space for a wardrobe, you can expect to pay about $2,000 for the entire project.
Some local municipalities require permits before a closet can be built. Check with a city planner to learn about closet codes or requirements in your area. A professional should be well aware of any permits needed, and he or she should also be able to provide documentation that any future construction will be done in compliance with local guidelines.
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* — All pricing estimates in this article are based on HomeAdvisor's True Cost Guide, a searchable database that gives homeowners an idea how much they can expect to pay for home projects in their area.
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