Is it less expensive to build or buy a closet?

• <div><p>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-do-custom-closets-cost.htm">cost of custom closets</a> 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. </p></div>

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Q: Can I build a closet myself?

• <div><p>DIY is possible for basic designs. Professional services ensure proper construction and space optimization.</p></div>

Q: What's the best wood for closet drawers?

• <div><p>Plywood offers excellent stability and strength for drawer construction. Baltic birch plywood provides a premium appearance, while standard hardwood plywood offers good value. Solid wood works well but requires more attention to grain direction and seasonal movement.</p></div>

Q: How do you upgrade your closet on a budget?

• <div><p>There are certainly luxury upgrades you can make but you can seriously improve the look and functionality of a closet without spending much money. Color matching will make the closet seem bigger so any shelves painted the same as the wall is a good tip. While pre-made closet organizers may seem expensive they offer an aesthetic look that's hard to achieve with DIY methods. Lastly, removing clutter and unworn items will help the closet seem bigger and cleaner. </p></div>

Q: Is it less expensive to build or buy a closet?

• <div><p>Whether it&rsquo;s less expensive to build or buy a closet depends on both the type of closet and whether or not you&rsquo;d be constructing it yourself. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-do-custom-closets-cost.htm">cost of custom closets</a> 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&rsquo;s almost always less expensive to go this route. </p></div>

Q: How does a built-in closet affect the value of a home?

• <div><p>The addition of a properly installed built-in closet will generally make a home more competitive on the market and increase its sales price. If, however, you are converting an existing room into a walk-in closet, it will likely drive the value downward. The balance between utility and value is hard to get right, but generally speaking, if you add utility with a built-in closet that doesn&rsquo;t detract much from the square footage of the room, then you&rsquo;ll likely add value to your home.</p></div>

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Paul Kobyluch Craftsman

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Paul Kobyluch Craftsman

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Paul Kobyluch has been a leader in cabinetry and woodworking in Salem, NY, since 1985. A Graduate of Cooper Union College in Design and Fine Art, Paul designs and creates functional art for homes and business in the New England and New York City Areas including but not limited to Saratoga Springs, Manchester and Albany. He has been showcased in Better Homes and Gardens in both January 2002 and 2003 editions. Every piece is designed around your needs and personal goals providing professional, top quality work at a competative price.

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Beaudette Carpentry

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Beaudette Carpentry

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25 years of experience

Beaudette Carpentry is a full-service company specializing in finish carpentry, framing, roofing and more. Our company brings many years of building experience and we insure successful projects by working closely with our clients and a carefully chosen group of subcontractors and suppliers. Beaudette Carpentry welcomes and encourages client participation at every step of the way. Carpentry with a conscience!

Stowe Craft and Design

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Stowe Craft and Design

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28 years of experience

We are an interior design center and gallery. We work with area contractors and builders as well as source for destinations projects. ASID interior designer and a crafts-woman, business owner and designer support our gallery.

Rhodes builders & professional home services

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Rhodes builders & professional home services

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55 years of experience

rhodes builders & professional home services has been serving southern vt eastern ny and north western mass for the last 40 years started by harold rhodes now owned by peter rhodes we have built restored or maintained homes for over 40 years there are no jobs too small. we want help you with all your home needs building remodeling handyman services yard clean ups and much much more if we cant do the job we know who can give us a call

Maple Snow Woodworks

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Maple Snow Woodworks

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13 years of experience

Maple Snow Woodworks is a solely owned company that can handle any construction job that you may need. From new construction or remodeling to custom furniture we do it all.

New England Closet Design, LLC

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New England Closet Design, LLC

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21 years of experience

We design, manufacture and install custom built organizational systems for your home or business.

Don Cooper Construction

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22 years of experience

GENERAL CONTRACTING, CONSTRUCTION DESIGNER, ONLY LICENSED AND INSURED SUBCONTRACTORS USED, TRAVEL TIME CHARGED ONE WAY. OUR AIM IS TO ENSURE YOUR DREAM RENOVATION IS REALIZED AND WE UNDERSTAND THE VALUE OF YOUR TIME. NON SMOKING -INCLUDING ALL SUBCONTRACTORS

ClosetOrder.com

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ClosetOrder.com

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We are a National, FULL SERVICE, custom closet company. We will design, fabricate, deliver and install your closet and storage systems ANYWHERE in the United States (excluding Hawaii, Alaska and Puerto Rico)

Closets questions, answered by experts

DIY is possible for basic designs. Professional services ensure proper construction and space optimization.

Plywood offers excellent stability and strength for drawer construction. Baltic birch plywood provides a premium appearance, while standard hardwood plywood offers good value. Solid wood works well but requires more attention to grain direction and seasonal movement.

There are certainly luxury upgrades you can make but you can seriously improve the look and functionality of a closet without spending much money. Color matching will make the closet seem bigger so any shelves painted the same as the wall is a good tip. While pre-made closet organizers may seem expensive they offer an aesthetic look that's hard to achieve with DIY methods. Lastly, removing clutter and unworn items will help the closet seem bigger and cleaner.

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.

The addition of a properly installed built-in closet will generally make a home more competitive on the market and increase its sales price. If, however, you are converting an existing room into a walk-in closet, it will likely drive the value downward. The balance between utility and value is hard to get right, but generally speaking, if you add utility with a built-in closet that doesn’t detract much from the square footage of the room, then you’ll likely add value to your home.

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