WHAT TO EXPECT

It may seem intimidating and also a little embarrassing to have someone look at your most cluttered spaces. However, at On It Organizing, we are committed to kindness, understanding, and a non-judgmental attitude. For us, a messy closet or room is exciting! It is a mystery that is full of untapped potential or a puzzle that is waiting to be put back together. 

We will never force you to get rid of anything, nor will we get rid of any of your things without your knowledge. We will work with you, the client, to determine what your goals are and which items will help you reach your goals. Sometimes, quite a few things need to be eliminated to help you feel free of the unneeded stress of storing them. On the contrary, there are also times where only a handful of things need to be eliminated. For that client, organization is simply gained through putting things in the right place, placing them in containers, or labeling them. 

Here's how our process works:

1. Get in contact with us through our CONTACT US tab. Briefly describe the space you would like us to organize and let us know the city you are located in.
2. We will email you back and let you know if we are able to help you with your space. (Most clients' spaces are accepted.) In that email, we will also let you know of some time slots we have available to video call with you in order to see the space and hear about your vision and dream for it. This video call will be about 15 minutes.
3. After the video call, we will schedule a time for an experienced organizer to come to your home and work on your project. Depending on the project, it might take a few hours or a few days. Please note that we have a 3 hour minimum per session.
4. When the experienced organizer is at your home, they will take the items out of the space (if possible) and discuss the items with you- keep, give away, sell, move, etc. At this time, the experienced organizer may offer some suggestions in order to make the space work best for you.
5. The experienced organizer may label some boxes or containers in the space, if necessary. They may come to ask you questions during the process.
6. Once the space is complete, the experienced organizer will invite you in to see the space! If any minor tweaks are needed, the experienced organizer will help with that. The payment from the client will be collected at this time.
7. You get to enjoy your space and live free from the clutter! Congratulations on your journey to  minimize, prioritize, and organize!

FAQ

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Q: Why is organizing so important?

• A: Organizing is important for multiple different reasons. 1.) It helps you know where your things are stored and allows you to see them, so you can use them more often. 2.) Clutter in your spaces causes clutter in your brain. Having your spaces organized allows you to think about what's important to you- like family, friends, jobs, and pets. 3.) Storing things you don't need or want is wasting precious space in your home. Free up space to be used in functional ways for the things you value. 4.) It is appealing to the eye!

Q: Do yo use a specific organizational method?

• A: While we do not use just one organizational method, we think that each method has its pros and cons. That is why we use a blend of many different methods to organize your space.

Q: Will I need to buy extra storage containers or other supplies?

• A: There are two ways to do this, and it is up to the client. 1.) If the client has enough organizing supplies on hand (containers, bins, shelves, hangers, etc.) the experienced organizer will be able to use those things. One thing to note is that if the client chooses to do it this way, it will not look as uniform, but it will save you money. 2.) If the client does not have enough organizing supplies on hand or they simply want it to look more uniform, the experienced organizer may suggest supplies for you to purchase.

Q: How much will this cost me?

• A: Great question! We know that sometimes finances get in the way of organizing spaces in your home, and that is completely understandable. For the organizing services of On It Organizing, we offer very fair and affordable rates. Check out the PRICES tab to find out more information.

Q: Do I need to be home the whole time the organizer is working on my space?

• We ask that the client is home during the process of sorting through their things (after everything is taken out of the space) and during the time when they will see the finished product. During the other times that the experienced organizer is working in your space, we ask that you are at least available by phone call or text in case a question arises.

Q: Are cleaning and organizing the same thing?

• We get this question a lot! No, cleaning and organizing are not the same thing. Cleaning involves washing, dusting, sanitizing, sweeping, etc. Organizing involves putting things in containers, sorting things, labeling things, and placing them in the space so they are easy to find.

Q: How far will you travel to organize my space?

• We service clients who live in the metro area of the Twin Cities in Minnesota.

Q: Do you have a minimum time per session?

• Yes, we have a minimum of 3 hours per organizing session.