What’s the Best Way to Organize a Complete Garage Clean Out?

It may seem a daunting task as you stare at your over-stuffed garage. Where and how do you being to tackle this project? What we recommend is that you take a moment and develop a plan to attack the problem.

STEP ONE: In all likelihood you probably haven’t got a good handle on what’s in your garage. That’s perfectly normal. Start by determining what you need to keep and what you can live without. For example, decide to only keep lawn equipment or power equipment that works, and you actually use. Anything that’s broken goes in to the “It Goes” pile. That can also include the old 8 Track tape player, old video games, DVD players, treadmill, etc.

STEP TWO: Are there items in your garage that you know you’ll never use but that still have potential value to others? Some of these items could be sold in a yard sale or sold online. Rather than throwing them away you can make a few bucks. Your old golf clubs or that extension ladder might be a real find to someone else. If you can’t sell them, then consider what could be donated to charity, the local YMCA, Toys for Tots, Salvation Army, Red Cross or other organizations that will come pick up items that could help someone else in need. This might be old clothing, sports equipment, or working appliances you’ve replaced. You’ll feel better about donating to help others, and anything that doesn’t end up in your dumpster saves you money and leaves room for things that are on your “It Goes” list.

STEP THREE: Now that you’ve reduced your junk it’s time to contact Peterson’s Roll-Off Dumpsters and schedule the delivery of your dumpster. Your first consideration should be, what size dumpster do I need? The professionals at Peterson’s can help you assess your situation and choose the right size dumpster for your project. Choosing the right size is important so you don’t have to have it picked up more than one time. For example, if you have a 2-car garage and you’ve already eliminated some of the junk a 10 cubic yard dumpster will likely be more than sufficient. Regardless of how much you must dispose of, we can help you select the proper sized dumpster. Separate the “It Goes” items from the “It Stays” items. You’ll also want to make sure any items that can’t be placed in your dumpster are put aside for proper disposal later.