In and out of the closet. Everyone we know hates California Closets! They are expensive and they aren't particularly creative. But what is your alternative?? Though we haven't used them yet, we like Bill Skinner from Astech Closets (not AZtech, for some reason), and have recommend them because we like to support the local guys. We also think it helps to get a second opinion.
Astech can design and install built-in closet solutions in offices, pantries, bedrooms or laundry rooms as well as straight ahead wall shelving and garage organization (WHO has one of those?) They can do solid shelving, ventilated shelving, wood or veneer.
When you need a closet overhaul, we recommed trying a smaller outfit that is going to be more responsive. And tell Bill we sent you! MGR
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Comments (7)
Yeah that's a nice closet but I'm not a big fan of the thin particle board shelf systems. I ordered a closet from speedy closets because they use thick modern looking shelves and the cabinets come pre-assembled. It was about 1/3 the cost california closets quoted me and they delivered it about 4 days after I placed the order.
We had are closets done and had we had Astech, Anthony's Closets, Cal closets and NY custom closets give us an estimate. We ended up going with NY custom closets www.nycustomclosets.com (516)887-5335. They came up with the best layout and I like the idea of them being local. They did a great job and I recommend them to everyone. They actually manufacture the closets vs others who just buy the system from others and just install thats why they offer a lifetime warrenty. We are now planning on moving and we will deffenitly have them come and do our new closets.
I do not usually post anything anywhere on the internet but I just had to this time. Moving to New York City was difficult enough (after living in the Midwest), but downsizing was equally hard. However, Astech Closets helped make my life less claustrophobic. From consultation to installation, everything went smoothly. I had 6 closets where they removed the old shelving, touched up holes & painted , then proceeded to utilize every inch of closet space that I had. The designs were great. What Bill Skinner promised, he delivered with courtesy and professionalism. I think I now have to go buy more “stuff” to put in these closets !!
How do the prices on these systems compare to something like the Elfa system from the container store?
I called Astech for a consultation. Bill, the owner, did call me back promptly the next day to schedule an appointment for an estimate. However, the earliest day available was a week later which I agreed to, even though every other company was able to accomodate an initial meeting within a day or two of my call. I had read such wonderful comments about the company on this blog I figured it was worth the wait. The day of my appointment came and Bill was a no show. I called within the hour of the appointment to follow-up and now, five days later, am still awaiting the courtesy of a phone call to explain the no show after I waited a week for the appointment. Their work may be good but reliability is critical for me and from what I have experienced so far, I am not impressed.
I tried to calling this guy 3 times and left messages. Nothing. So far not very impressed.
I was very impressed with smartclosetsolution.com they did a wonderful job on all of our closets.