If you’re thinking of upgrading your clothes closet to be more efficient and useful, consider adding a closet pull-down rod to take advantage of unused, often unreachable space overhead. It may be difficult to reach, but the space offers plenty of storage potential with an adjustable telescoping pull rod. The pull-down rod opens out and down giving access to clothes at the top of the closet. It can be a solution for anyone with a physical disability. And consider it as an alternative to mounting two stationary rods one on top of the other.
To install an adjustable, pull-down closet rod a handyman will charge $395, which includes the labor and material. If you have carpentry experience and tools, you can buy the unit for $275 and install it, saving 30%. Below the pull-down you can choose between installing another rod, shelf or closet components.
The rod mounts on the side walls of the closet and comes in three sizes to accommodate closet openings from 21 1/2 inches to 48 inches wide. You’ll find more information and installation instructions at www.rev-a-shelf.com, the manufacturer of the closet rod.
The most challenging part of the job is emptying the closet. Remove everything inside, including any closet shelving or hardware. It’s a good time for parsing out what you don’t use and a thorough cleaning and painting, if needed.
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Pro Cost — DIY Cost — Pro time — DIY Time — DIY Savings — Percent Saved
$395 — $275 — 2.0 — 3.3 — $120 — 30 Percent
