"I highly recommend Jennifer Lewis, who has designed our master bedroom custom closet and our living room wall unit. She is a great collaborator, highly consultative, and brought so many great ideas. We are in love with our wall unit. Because of the pandemic, there were issues getting some of the components fabricated, so there were delays and the work required three separate installation dates. Other than the delays and very spotty communication from Closet Factory regarding the delays, the project went well and the wall unit is gorgeous. Despite having to hound them for updates, I would definitely do business with them again. And I'd ask for Jennifer every time. She's fantastic."
"They did a great job not only in getting our ideas and designing to our taste but also in ensuring that everything fit nicely in to the rest of our decor."
"The messy mountain of papers on my desk is reduced by 75% and I'm still working on it. It was great. I find it much easier to find things in digital files than on my desk. I scanned birth certificates, baptism certificates, trust - will - power of attorney documents from various family members, addresses, drivers licenses, passports, tax returns, financial files, medical files, etc. etc. Evernote has a feature where I can share designated notebooks with our kids. Now I feel like, if I get hit by a bus, the kids will know where to look for all these things.
The only thing that worried me was trusting that all this information will be safe and secure in the Evernote cloud. Thus, I bought a an external drive and backed up important documents from evernote onto external drive. Darla agreed that this was a good idea.
Her time, impetus to get me started and expertise with the software was extremely valuable to me."
"Excellent work. We purchased natural cherry cabinets in shaker style, with the panels made of solid wood rather than veneer. That is more difficult work, as each panel has to be constructed from several planks. Moreover, the clear finish would leave any flaws more visible. Simply put, the doors are beautiful--flawless in both construction and finish. They are similar in quality to custom cherry furniture we own."
"very well they very meticulous very clean they make sure to clean up the work was done well very need and very polite guys their craftmanship is good"
"We have three housedogs and two horses, so animal hair, dust and outside dirt accumulate here very quickly. And we insist on living in a totally clean house. Just because we have a barn doesn't mean we want to live in one. We have been using CDOF for 6 months now and are extremely satisfied with their weekly cleaning services. Can't say enough good things about the company. Outstanding communication is one of the owner's greatest strengths. She has never arrived late or missed our scheduled service. Looking forward to our next appointment."
"Friendly, knowledgeable. Came to home twice. Once for estimate and again to do the work. Called both times to say they would be late. First visit 1.5 hours late. Second visit an hour late."
Yes, adding a built-in or custom closet generally increases your home's value and makes it more attractive to potential buyers. A well-designed closet adds utility, organization, and a touch of luxury, which are appealing selling points. Most homeowners see a return on investment (ROI) of 50% to 60%; for example, a custom closet can add about $1,000 to your home's value on average. The specific ROI depends on the type, with custom walk-in closets typically providing more value than reach-in closets. However, to maximize value, ensure the closet doesn't significantly detract from the room's usable square footage. Converting an entire room into a closet can actually lower your home's value. Similarly, using overly lavish materials may not recoup their cost. A good strategy is to add a closet that takes square footage from a non-living area, such as a garage, to create a mudroom closet.
Different types of closets are defined mostly by size. A few different types of closets include:
A reach-in closet is a smaller closet that you can stand in front of and reach everything inside it. Aside from the size, the doors and the level of drywall finish are typically the largest price factors.
A walk-in closet can be anything from a small 5-by-5 feet closet that has a narrow walkway with shelves on both sides to a 100 square foot bedroom-sized closet with shelving along the walls and plenty of room to move around in.
A built-in wardrobe often does not have a door and leaves the clothes and other contents open to the room, whereas a closet usually has a door to separate it from the rest of the room.
How many days it takes to remodel a closet will also depend on the scale of the project. Small changes like installing a prefab kit will eat up an afternoon and no more, while a total renovation could require several days to a week. If you’re planning for the latter, plan to secure other sleeping arrangements while construction is ongoing.
Whether it’s less expensive to build or buy a closet depends on both the type of closet and whether or not you’d be constructing it yourself. The cost of custom closets built by a pro ranges from $1,300 to $3,800, but you may be able to DIY it for as little as $400. By contrast, prefabricated options go as low as $200 and up to $3,000, so it’s almost always less expensive to go this route.
Clean regularly, avoid overloading shelves, and check hardware for wear to ensure longevity.
The Bath, PA homeowners’ guide to closet services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Discover the cost to hire a professional closet organizer, including average prices, cost factors, and tips to help you budget and maximize your investment.
Whether you’re building new construction or adjusting floor space in your existing home, learn about standard closet sizes to get the right dimensions.
Whether you’re remodeling or just dealing with clutter, use these tips to organize your walk-in closet and transform it into a stylish, functional space.
