Liberty Closet and Garage Company (LCG) has been in business for nearly two decades. As one of the sole independent closet and storage companies in the area, that speaks volumes about the quality of their work—and their employees.
LCG’s owner Tony Sigillito began his career on Wall Street but left finance in early 2001. Although he wasn’t in lower Manhattan during the September 11 attacks, he knew many people who lost their lives. A few years later, while his wife was away at veterinary school, he decided it was time for a career change.
“My brother-in-law was looking to do something too,” Sigillito recalls. “So in 2006, I bought a garage franchise, and we gave it a go!”
When the financial crisis hit, challenges arose, prompting Sigillito to strike out on his own. A fortuitous meeting with Russell Pastor, a veteran in the closet industry, set the stage for a new venture.
Pastor, who began his career at California Closets in Manhattan and had nearly four decades of experience, partnered with Sigillito to launch Liberty Closet and Garage in 2008. Today, Pastor serves as LCG’s General Manager, and the duo continues to run the business together. Located at 51 Sugar Hollow Road, just north of the Danbury/Ridgefield town line, LCG’s innovative approach—combining custom closets with garage organization—has proven to be a winning formula.
“The idea of combining the two into one business created real synergy,” Sigillito explains. “We design and build custom closets. Once we complete the project, clients often hire us again to transform their garages with storage solutions, cabinetry, and flooring.”
At the heart of LCG’s design team is Kathryn O’Brien, whose career path took a few unexpected turns before landing in closet and storage design. Beginning in advertising, O’Brien transitioned into pharmaceuticals before discovering her passion for home organization. She previously worked for a franchise in the area, but since joining LCG, she hasn’t looked back.
Beyond the in-house trio, LCG has a dedicated team of six installers who craft custom solutions that extend far beyond garages and closets, including home offices, pantries, entertainment centers, laundry rooms, mudrooms, and more. Serving Fairfield, Westchester, and Litchfield counties, LCG is also the exclusive RedLine Garagegear dealer in the area.
As an independently owned business, LCG enjoys the flexibility to offer a competitive edge, but customer service is at the heart of its success.
“Customer service is the business we’re in,” Sigillito says. “It’s not just about closets or garages—we focus on making sure our clients are more than satisfied with their entire LCG experience.”
That independence also allows for more customization.
“Franchises have specific suppliers and territories they have to stick to,” O’Brien explains. “But we can go outside of that and offer more options for different accessories and things we put inside the closets.”
From the moment you step into LCG’s showroom, the team’s camaraderie and commitment to service are evident. Clients begin with a free consultation to discuss their storage needs, aesthetics, and functionality.
O’Brien, always passionate about the details, was especially eager to showcase some of the customizable accessories—and we have to admit, we were just as intrigued. From pull-out mirrors to innovative jean racks and handbag hooks, LCG offers a solution for nearly everything.
Installation is quick, with turnaround times as fast as a couple of weeks from contract signing. Most units are fabricated in Yonkers, while select high-end pieces are crafted in Massachusetts, Wisconsin, or South Carolina.
Garages are a big part of LCG’s business, and it’s understandable. Once you see an epoxy floor, you simply cannot unsee it. They are slip-resistant, easy to clean, and durable. Their glorious glossiness transforms garages into functional spaces that you actually want to spend time in.
O’Brien says, “It’s such a transformation. It makes the garage look like an extension of the house. Cabinet storage and floor coating in the garage are definitely worth the investment.”
More than just beautiful closets, pristine garages, and dreamy pantries, LCG is deeply committed to giving back. Sigillito is a founding board member of Building Homes for Heroes (BHFH), a nonprofit he co-founded in 2006 alongside three high school friends. The organization is led by CEO and founder Andrew Pujol, a lifelong friend of Sigillito’s.
“We all worked in lower Manhattan and knew many people who lost their lives on 9/11,” Sigillito shares. “Our CEO volunteered at Ground Zero that very afternoon, and a few years later, we started hearing about veterans returning from Afghanistan and Iraq with 100% disability ratings from the VA—many with no place to live. The need for Building Homes for Heroes was clear.”
Since receiving its 501(c)(3) status in 2006, BHFH has gifted or modified more than 400 homes for severely injured veterans and, more recently, first responders.
“It’s been incredible to witness the impact on these deserving heroes and their families,” Sigillito says. “We’ve gifted homes in 36 states, thanks to corporate sponsors like J.P. Morgan Chase and Lowe’s, as well as private donations. My daughter, Chloe, organizes an amazing fundraiser every year at Down the Hatch on Candlewood Lake. The team there is incredibly supportive of BHFH.”
LCG is also an incredible partner and plays a direct role in supporting BHFH. A portion of the net income from every project goes toward Building Homes for Heroes. In other words, every LCG client is part of something bigger, helping make a difference in the lives of veterans and first responders.
With a reputation built on trust, LCG continues to earn the confidence of builders and homeowners alike.
“We’re not pushy,” Pastor says. “We will sell a client on something because we believe in our work. We’ve been around a long time, and we know what we’re doing. It’s an investment, and we want our clients to be fully ready for the project—we want them to be completely satisfied.”
Sigillito agrees. “I believe in under-promising and over-delivering on everything,” he says. “And our crew does a great job of making that happen.”
To schedule a free consultation, visit libertyclosetandgarage.com or call 475-405-3929. To donate or learn more about Building Homes for Heroes, visit buildinghomesforheroes.org.
“I believe in under-promising and over-delivering on everything. And our crew does a great job of making that happen.”—Tony Sigillito