Easily find your supplies and tools with these strategies.

Want to learn how to organize a utility closet and create an accessible arsenal ofhome maintenance?

Clutter coachChip Cordelliadvises us to rethink the space and make it more than just a broom closet.

Organized Utility Closet With Shelves and Hanging Storage

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Start by following these tried and well-tested techniques for an organized utility closet.

Plan From the Bottom Up

Designate a parking spot for the vacuum.

Tailor storage to your space and needs.

Organized Drawer Container With Batteries, Matches, Orange Cord

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Keep track of them with an adhesive dry-erase calendar.

Keep Phone Numbers Handy

When appliances or fixtures need repair, you’ll want backup fast.

Next to the calendar, post contact info for household-maintenance pros, like plumbers, electricians, and contractors.

Hanging shoe organizer holding cleaning supplies

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Humidifier and blankets on up-top utility closet shelving

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Over-the-Door 24 Pocket Canvas Shoe Organizer

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White 6-Shelf Hanging Sweater Organizer

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Two Medium-Sized Clear Shoe Boxes With Brown Heels and Gold Loafers

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Binder holding instruction manuals

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Wall calendar and brooms hanging in a utility closet

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