Albert Einstein had three rules of work, the first of which was: Out of clutter find simplicity. What a perfect analogy for GarageTek of Central Texas with its mission to organize garages across San Antonio and Austin. According to a recent study, Americans' garages are the number one area in their homes in which they want to get organized. GarageTek brings order to the clutter and chaos and puts cars back in their rightful spots. Whether its kids' sports equipment, bulk storage items from the discount store, bikes, boats, boxes, or pet supplies cluttering the garage, GarageTek will customize an organization system to control the chaos and make the garage a neat, clean, and organized extension of your home. A GarageTek consultant uses an innovative 3-D software program to customize the system to each client's home, allowing on-site input from the client.

Utilizing its patented TekPanel system, GarageTek makes every inch of the garage interior ready for more than 100 interchangeable storage solutions ranging from proprietary cabinets to flooring and lighting. Mobile components are important for homeowners who may buy a new car, add children to their families, or change their lifestyles in any way that impacts storage and work needs.

The patented TekPanel wall system is the only one in the industry that is UL load-rated, weatherproof, insect-proof, fire-rated and backed by a lifetime warranty. The TekPanel system uses glossy white wall panels to reflect light and make the garage brighter and more spacious. Accessories also have a minimum 10-year warranty and are UL load-tested. Reinforced cabinets can hold heavy loads, and all components are off the floor and suspended on the TekPanel walls, so sweeping or hosing the floor requires little effort. Lifetime-warranted floor tiles snap together and sit on top of concrete flooring, enabling air to circulate and eliminating moisture and mildew problems. The tiles are available in seven colors and infinite patterns, including custom logos, and are impervious to stains. They are ADA [Americans with Disabilities]-compliant and are texturized, making them non-slick when wet.
You may have seen GarageTek on HGTV, NBC's "Today Show," ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition," Fox, CNBC, CBS, CNN, "The View," or "Clean House."

"We have a system for every budget," says GarageTek of Central Texas owner Carl Dominguez. "The blend of engineering and aesthetic design results in a total room makeover from ceiling to walls, lighting, and the garage floor," he says. Design consultations are free of charge and include a 3-D rendering of your perfect garage organizational system.

Visit GarageTek of Central Texas at its San Antonio showroom at 4774 Research Drive or call 210-558-8223 or 512-977-8223 in Austin. An Austin showroom is opening soon.

Family Safety
Most homeowners have garages cluttered with potential fire and tripping hazards. For the last two years, the Texas State Fire Marshal's Office reports more than 500 fires each year that start in garages.Here are a few tips from GarageTek to make your garage family safe:

• Keep children's toys in "centers" and away from chemicals and
• hanging yard tools.
• Keep a fire extinguisher in your garage.
• Hang shovels and other heavy tools high on the wall, using non-slip beveled brackets.
• Special sports equipment cabinets encourage children to put away their toys and reduce tripping hazards.