Or, if they (are adventurous and) have access to the attic, cut 2x4" holes through the drywall so they might tie the supports to the ceiling joists. Then they can locate the ceiling joists and use a plumb bob to line up the support on the ceiling with the frame of the shelf. Once the platform is in place, they can support the frame with a two by four between frame and floor (no need for a neighbor). Most folks will find the need to secure a two-y to the ceiling to attach the front supports to. Having that header beam to tie into was lucky - and unusual. SAFETY NOTE: Please be sure to cut power or somehow lock your garage door into place so that it cannot be opened while you are working up on a ladder. I found really good stud coverage with only a couple shim pieces. How much you feel comfortable putting on these shelves should correlate to how well you know these shelves are attached to studs in the wall and ceiling. We use them for our camping gear (lightweight tents, sleeping bags, backpacking packs etc.), seasonal decorations, seasonal clothing and my large but light homebrewing vessels. They are sturdy, but please don't put really heavy items up there for your and your family's safety. I made Three of these shelves in my garage for about $50 worth of lumber and screws. Those models also cost around $150-$400 each rack. If you buy metal shelving made for this purpose, they will tell you exactly how much they can hold. This instructable is just a guide to put up wood shelving- I want to be very careful not to over-estimate the weight capacity of these shelves. I've had this project completed for about 6 months and am happy to report that the shelves have been fantastic and given me a TON more space in the garage. These shelves should hold about 4 totes side-by-side above your garage door and be completely hidden when the garage door is open. This project was fairly straightforward work with only a couple minor adjustments for my particular garage beams.
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