Instead of letting extra clothing, holiday decorations, and other out of season items crowd you out of your closet, put them in seasonal storage. For a first step, evaluate whether it should even be stored at all or if you are slowly becoming a pack rat. Too often we fail to clean out, reorganize, or recycle unneeded items. Have each member of the family sort out their belongings into four groups: what they are using, what can be recycled or tossed, and what can be stored in seasonal storage. Group like items together.

Storage sheds are a bonus for the homeowner. If your storage is overtaking your house and garage, consider a storage shed. Choose a size and material that works for you and your budget. Storage sheds can hold tools, the lawn mower, gardening soil, fertilizer, and assorted "junk". It is especially suited for those awkward and bulky items, such as wheelbarrows or that large riding mower. Decide on how much storage you need (and add a little for growth).