Q- Is your house always in perfect shape?

A-      Nope! I’m human and I’m busy so there are times that things pile up and need to be taken care of the next chance I get. I try my best to put everything in its place before bed and before I leave the house which helps immensely, but sometimes it just doesn’t happen.

Q- Are you a minimalist?

A- No, I’m more like a mediumalist. I have art, holiday decorations and special occassion clothes, etc. However, I don’t have excess. I love or need everything I own, believe that only furniture should be touching the floor and counters should be clear. I’m a quality over quantity kind of girl who doesn’t fixate on storage bins and baskets!

Q- How did you get started professionally organizing?

A- I’ve always organized for myself, family and friends but it wasn’t until I saw my parents struggle with their last renovation and move that I really recognized the enormous need for organizing services for all types of people and life stages. As soon as I realized I could make a career out of doing what I love the most I opened my business immediately and left my corporate career within 3 months!

Q- What do I need to do to get ready for my consultation?

A-      Nothing! Please don’t pick up or clean. I want to see your home exactly as you normally live in it. I need to understand why you’re asking for my help and seeing it “at its worst” is the best way for me to help you. Do not be embarrassed... I’m here to help, not to judge.

Q- Will you help me purge items?

A-      Yes! However, I will not make you get rid of anything. I will ask you questions and guide you to make your own decisions with prompts that make you be honest with yourself, though. We will make sure everything you do decide to keep has a purpose and a place and then we’ll work together to donate, recycle or discard anything you decide to get rid of. You’ll just need to make sure to have boxes or trash bags available.

Q- How soon can we get started?

A-      Pretty quickly! I find that most of my clients want to get started ASAP and I book them at my next available appointment which is usually within 2-4 weeks.

Q- How long will my space take to organize?

A-      I’m not sure because every situation is different! I will be able to give you an estimate when I see your spaces and learn about you, the current condition, and the desired outcome but there are so many variables that affect the project time that I cannot give a definitive answer.

Q- How long do you work at one time?

A-      I have a 4 hour minimum because it would be very difficult to do most projects in less time but am available for up to 8 hours at a time. I work Monday-Thursday, between 9:30am and 5:30pm, project dependent.

Q- What do I need to do to get ready for my session?

A-      It depends! If we’re working in your kitchen I ask that all of the dishes are cleaned and dried. If we’re working in your closets I ask that all of your clothes and linens are washed and dried… but they don’t have to be folded! If you have young children that require a lot of attention, it’s best that you have childcare lined up for them.

Q- What bins, baskets, containers, labels, etc. should I buy?

A-      I don’t know, yet! I always like to get through the entire space before determining which products, if any, are necessary for you to keep up with the new organization system I put into place. Most of my clients already have so many organizing products around their homes that I end up not recommending they buy more. If I do recommend that you buy something I am happy to show you an example of what I think you should use or I can shop for the product on your behalf. I’ll even come back and install most products for you if you’d like!

Q- Do I have to help you?

A-      Not if you don’t want to! About half of my clients hire me because they simply don’t have the time or the interest in organizing but instead, just want it taken care of for them. Others like to be right by my side the entire time and talk through exactly what I’m doing and why. It works well either way because I ask a lot of questions during the consultation. However, if you need to purge then you do need to be with me for that portion of the project.

Q- Is this the worst house you’ve ever seen?

A-      Probably not but I don’t compare clients and I try not to discuss other projects in too much depth. Everyone’s circumstances are different but the clutter and complaints are often similar. I always come up with a solution unique to you and your needs but do consider what has and has not worked well in other similar situations.

Q- What can I do to make you comfortable and productive?

A-      Not much! I bring a pair of inside work shoes, plenty of water, snacks and meals for myself. I wear layered clothes to adjust to the temperature in your home, attic and garage. I bring the tools I think I’ll need, including a label maker, in case you want simple labels. I love all kinds of music and will listen to whatever you want if that helps you concentrate. If you’re not working with me I’ll listen to music or a podcast on my own phone. Most importantly, I love all furry family members so don’t hesitate to let them visit me!

Q- Do you clean?

A-      Only if something is especially dirty. I will give a shelf a quick wipe down or run the vacuum over a cleared off floor but otherwise I do leave cleaning up to my clients because it’s not the most efficient use of my time on your project. A lot of my clients do opt to clean as I go because they’re excited about the way things look again! The good news is that cleaning will be a lot easier after I’m finished because spaces will be decluttered and you’ll know exactly where to put your items back when you do clean.

Q- Do you come back to help if I mess up the organized space you created for me?

A-      Yes! Life happens! If for any reason you find that you have let your organization get out of control again, I will come back and help you reorganize. We’ll tweak what hasn’t been working so you can better maintain order.