Frequent Asked Questions

Frequent Asked Questions

What is a Professional Organizer?

"Professional Organizers of Canada" give the following definitions:

Professional Organizers are individuals who create customized solutions to increase the efficiency of any home or office. They assist people & organizations to improve their unique situations, as defined by their specific needs. Organizers are generally self-employed & may subcontract or employ other Professional Organizers. They help their clients find balance, restore order and maximize their time & resources at home, office or workplace locations. Services vary widely, depending on the area or range of specialization.

Residential organizing can include closet design, space planning, garages, attics, basements, personal shopping, financial records management, storage solutions, housekeeping, cleaning, repairs, maintenance, decorating, renovations, interior design, collections, memorabilia, kitchens, garage sales, moving-packing/unpacking & de-cluttering.

Why hire a professional organizer?

Call in a professional organizer to help clear & organize spaces, provide ideas, recommend organizing equipment & set up filing systems.

We can arrange your cabinets, collections, books, files & photographs. Store &/or display keepsakes, momentoes, videos & compact discs. Set up your garage with storage space put to full use. We can help organize your moving out & moving in: Packing, unpacking & setting up your new home.

For example, an organizer might separate a client's "paper" into several categories based on the client's need for it & ability to retrieve the information elsewhere. One pile would be thrown out; another filed; another acted upon. As part of the organizers services she might also recommend that the client purchase certain "aids" to assist the client such as desk organizers.

Do you avoid tackling a messy garage, room, cabinet, or drawer because there's never enough time?

Simple solutions are often the best but not always the most obvious.

Sometimes you know what has to be done but need help getting started.

Your closets can be put in working order with clothing, shoes & accessories arranged to your requirements. Linen & pantry areas set up to their best potential...with everything easy to see & reach.