FAQS

Whether it’s your first time hiring a professional organizer or you want to understand how we work, here are the answers to some frequently asked questions. 

What is a professional organizer?

The National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO) defines a professional organizer as someone who "enhances the lives of clients by designing systems and processes using organizing principles and by transferring organizational skills." In addition, "Professional organizers help individuals and businesses take control of their surroundings, their time, their paper, and their systems for life."

Why hire a professional organizer?

A professional organizer not only helps you get organized but will teach you how to be organized. Professional organizers are skilled in seeing the bigger picture and helping you stay connected to your vision throughout the organizing process. They bring a calm can-do attitude, a fresh set of eyes, and strategic project planning that will ensure your organizing project gets over the finish line. They’ll leave you with greater awareness and understanding of how to maximize and maintain your space after they’re gone. 

What are the benefits of getting organized?

There are so many benefits! Your environment has a huge impact on how you think, feel, and act. Getting organized can have positive life impacts such as reducing stress, improving sleep, increasing “me-time” and/or family time, saving money, encouraging healthy life choices, and being more productive at work.  By introducing flow and order, you’ll find yourself navigating your home with ease and focusing your energy on the things that matter most to you. 

Which locations do you serve for hands-on organizing?

We are based in Tacoma, WA, and serve clients in Seattle, Tacoma, and most surrounding cities including Burien, Des Moines, Federal Way, Kent, Puyallup, Auburn, Fircrest, Fife, Gig Harbor, Port Orchard, SeaTac, Steilacoom, Tukwila, and University Place. If your city is not listed, please e-mail me to inquire about your location.

Which areas of the home do you service?

We work on organizing projects in every area of the home, from junk drawers and closets to kitchens and garages. 

For hands-on organizing projects, will we work together or will you do the organizing for me?

Organizing your home is personal and we prefer clients to make their own decisions on what to do with their belongings. For this reason, our organizing style is a blend of working together to edit your belongings and us working independently to sort and implement organizing solutions. We provide the structure, resources, and experience needed to transform the space based on your goals. Your main contribution will be to make decisions on what items to keep, relocate, donate or throw away. 

What takes place during the 1-hour consultation?

The main objective of the consultation is to identify your current pain points and your vision for the space. We’ll start with a tour of your space.  We’ll walk me through the areas where you want help and we’ll get clear on your goals.  Following the consultation, we’ll provide an estimate of the time needed to complete your project(s) and the cost of the investment.

Will my sessions be confidential?

Absolutely! All meetings, conversations, and questions are between us. To see other guidelines we stand by, please see the NAPO Code of Ethics.   

When are you available to work?

We offer hands-on organizing sessions Monday-Friday (9 am-6:30 pm) at a variety of time blocks.  Once you book a service, we’ll coordinate our schedules to find a time that works best for everyone.

What are your rates?

Please see the Services page for pricing information.

What if I only need you for a few hours?

That’s ok! There is a minimum of 4 hours for each project.

What payments are accepted?

We accept checks and all major credit cards. Card payments are subject to a 3% service charge.  

How do I get started?

The first step is booking a free 30-minute discovery call. During this call, we'll explore your current organizing challenges, specific needs, and goals for your space. We’ll share how we work and answer any questions you might have about my process. Everything you share on this call is 100% confidential & judgment-free.