You’re buried under piles of stuff, feeling overwhelmed, stressed and burdened. You’re not alone.
In 2019, the Professional Organizers of Canada revealed that 83% of Canadians admitted to being extremely disorganized, and 91% feel clutter negatively affects their lives.
Like many others, you’ve probably tried many times to get organized. You start strong, make a little headway, but then start slipping back, and before you know it, you’re back to where you started. So what can you do?
Just like you would call a professional when you have an issue with your plumbing or an electrician when an outlet stops working, a professional organizer is your best bet for decluttering and organizing your home. With experience and knowledge, professional organizers help you declutter and organize your space and will also implement storage solutions and show you how to keep your space organized.
If you’re wondering where to start, read on for our top tips to find the best professional organizer in your area to help you reclaim your space.
Research
Research should always be the first step when hiring a professional. A simple Google search, like Professional Organizer near me, is a great place to start. Create a list of the professional organizers, then compare their services offered, experience, and prices.
Read Reviews
Once you’ve narrowed down your top choices, read their reviews. Check their website for testimonials, read through reviews on Yelp and Google, or on their Facebook page.
Word of Mouth
When you want the most honest reviews, ask around! Talk to coworkers, friends and family, or even post on one of your community Facebook groups. Despite best intentions, people who are happy with a service provider may forget to leave a review on social media or online. However, when asked directly, people love to share their experiences.
Determine the Scope of Work and Your Budget
Once you’ve narrowed down your list of organizers, you will have a better idea of what areas you need the most help in and estimated costs associated with the services. This will help you determine a timeline and your budget. If you’re feeling overwhelmed at the idea of conquering an entire home, then start small. Pick the one space that will have the most impact – this could be your kitchen, master bedroom, or even garage.
Book a Consultation
Get in touch! The best way to make your final decision is to book a consultation. Professional organizers will often offer a free phone consultation to discuss your needs, timeline and budget and to find out if their services not only fit what you want but also what you NEED. Budget and timelines are important, but so is the method the organizers use. Some will encourage you, the client, to be more hands-on, and some will prefer the client to be more hands-off. What does this mean for you? If you would like to be involved with the process every step of the way, then you will mesh better with a “hands-on” type organizer. However, if you prefer to have little to no involvement in the process, that will also impact how well you will mesh with the organizer. Don’t be shy and make sure to get all of your questions answered.
Decluttering and organizing a home can be a very personal experience, so it is important to have a great connection with the people helping you.
If finding help has been holding you back, use these tips to make your search easier. Your home should be a safe, calm retreat where you can relax. If it isn’t your sanctuary and instead creates stress and frustration, contact our team for a free phone consultation and let us help bring harmony to your home.
