Overhead Storage Racks in Garage

[beachx4me]

Was wondering if anyone has a good recommendation for a contractor to install overhead storage racks. I am considering having this done since I seem to have pretty much run out of storage space, plus have to store all the holiday decorations.

I know there is one on the market called saferacks and is 4 x 8.

Any suggestions, or shared experiences would be appreciated.

[Pepperhead]

I am having the garage attic floored as much as possible and installing a Versalift


Versa Lift Garage to Attic Storage Lift - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xG8OeOqqkSI)

[chuckinca]

We had two 4 x 4 units in our old garage - can't put much on them due to edge and overhead clearances and it is hard to get stuff on and off.

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[Barefoot]

I am having the garage attic floored as much as possible and installing a Versalift

Versa Lift Garage to Attic Storage Lift - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xG8OeOqqkSI)

That's a nifty idea! I wonder if they shopped the concept on Shark Tank.

Please let us know how satisfied you are with your Versalift.

[mulligan]

Are your trusses over the garage actually designated "attic trusses" ? If not, be real careful about how much weight you put up there. Also, will the ceiling penetration be fire rated the same or better than the ceiling ?

[asianthree]

there is a rack that can be raised or lower but i can't remember where i shaw it...i am thinking costco or sams online...

[alanmcdonald]

What was the installed cost of the Versalift?

[getdul981]

What was the installed cost of the Versalift?

And who is doing the install?

[Pepperhead]

What was the installed cost of the Versalift?

Haven't done it yet, as we haven't closed on the house. I may build my own version, as I have experience at metal fabrication. My nephew and I will install it ourselves. If you google "garage attic lift" or "garage dumbwaiter" you will see many versions.

[beachx4me]

That is a pretty cool idea, however, I seem to believe my husband looked up in the attic area above the garage and said it is so full of insulation there isn't much room for anything else. Will have to double check. Still, thinking about those safe racks though!!