ORGANIZING

Every project is different, and the time needed for your space depends on many factors, including how large your space is, how much stuff you have, and how much work you are willing to tackle by yourself between sessions. When you hire a professional organizer, you are investing in quality of life and peace of mind, and it's hard to put a price on that!

When working with me, know that each organizing session lasts a minimum of three hours. My hourly rate is $50 per hour, so a three-hour session would cost $150. Perhaps you need just one organizing session with a plan of action so you can keep working on your own. Maybe you'd like multiple sessions, meeting once or twice a month over the course of a year to organize your entire home. Together we can work out a plan that meets your needs.

The first step is a free 30-minute call. This is when you get to know me, and I get to know you! We'll talk about the project and your goals for the space. A video call is ideal because we can virtually walk your space together and assess what needs to be done; however, if a video call isn't possible, you'll need to email me some photos of your space before we talk. Then we can create an action plan and schedule your first organizing session.

Many people feel ashamed about the condition of their home, but there is no need to be embarrassed. As a professional organizer, I have worked in lots of messy places, and nothing gives me more joy than transforming a once-chaotic space into an oasis of tranquility – or at least a space that functions better for my client. It takes guts to admit that you need help getting your stuff under control, and I applaud you for your courage. I am here to help, not judge!

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First, please do not clean up before our session. I want to see your space in its current condition to assess what does and doesn’t work, what you like and don’t like, and so on. If it makes you feel better to vacuum, dust, or do other light cleaning, go for it! Just remember that the organizing process is messy, and there’s a good chance your cleaning will be undone.

If we are organizing clothing or kitchen items, try to have all laundry done and all dishes washed so everything is included as we sort through your items and consider what to keep and what to pass along.

Pets and kids are great, but they can be a distraction during the organizing process. I recommend keeping pets in a separate room and making arrangements for off-site childcare while we are working together.

If you have guns or other weapons on site, please let me know prior to my visit. All weapons should be moved out of the space we will be working in and stored in a secure location. If there are personal or other sensitive items in the space, feel free to move them to a more private location.

For many reasons, I don’t recommend buying anything until we’ve sorted through what you already have. You may be surprised by how many of your existing containers can be repurposed. If you want to invest in products for a Pinterest-worthy space, that’s fine, but you can have a functional, organized space even if you just use empty peanut butter jars.

Clients are responsible for purchasing their own containers, and I am happy to offer recommendations. We can even shop for containers from the comfort of your home during the organizing session. If needed, we can schedule a follow-up session for me to come back and put your items in the new containers.

Each organizing session lasts a minimum of three hours. It takes time to clear the space, sort through all the stuff, make decisions, and determine how best to reorganize the space so it works well for you. Because every project is different, it's tough to say exactly how much time will be needed for your specific project, though I am happy to give an estimate. How much we accomplish depends on many factors, including:

* The size of your space

* How much stuff you have

* How quickly you make decisions

* How involved you are in the process

Some clients prefer a hands-off approach and ask me to sort and categorize first before they decide what to keep and what to discard. Other clients want to be involved in every step of the process. All of these factors play a part in how much is accomplished during each organizing session.

Each session lasts at least three hours, with up to two sessions per day. If back-to-back sessions are scheduled, plan for a 30-minute meal break in between. I will bring my lunch – you do not need to prepare food for me. I may also bring a few light snacks for energy.

During the session, we'll start by clearing the space: decluttering, sorting, categorizing, and putting like things together. Next, we'll review each category together so you can decide what to keep, donate, and discard. Remember, the more you let go of now, the better your chances of keeping your space organized in the future. I'll help you prepare unwanted items for donation/trash/recycling.

And now, the best part: organizing the items you've decided to keep. We can line drawers and cabinets, make labels for your containers, and organize your things in a way that looks good and works well for you.

FabCrab always advocates for sustainable living and minimal environmental impact. The more we can keep out of the landfill, the better! One of the joys of decluttering is being able to share usable items with others. The pain of parting with once-loved items can be offset by knowing that your cast-offs are getting a second life with someone else.

• Animal shelters, rescues, and veterinary clinics often need towels and cleaning supplies.

• Food banks can use unexpired edibles.

• Libraries welcome book donations either for their collections or for resale.

• Clothing and household items can be donated to charities that serve people in need.

• Organizations such as Goodwill accept many types of items, including end-of-life fabrics and electronics.

• Your local Buy-Nothing or Freecycle group is a great way to share items with your neighbors.

Some people would rather sell items than donate them. Just remember that selling can be time-consuming and stressful. However, if you choose to sell, I can connect you with partners such as jewelers, consignment shops, and auction houses to assist you. I can also help you write listings for Facebook Marketplace, eBay, Chairish, and similar sites.

If needed, I will gladly offer recommendations for other professional services such as junk removal, furniture pick-up, shredding, cleaning, and more.

Items that are expired, unrepairable, or unsuitable for donation can be bagged and prepped for curbside trash/recycling.

In-person organizing is available throughout Seminole County and in certain parts of Orange and Lake Counties in Central Florida. My rate is $50 per hour. Each organizing session lasts a minimum of three hours, so plan on $150 per session. If more time is needed that day, additional hours can be added at the same hourly rate.

Clients outside the service areas specified above will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Session lengths may be extended so we can accomplish as much as possible each day. The hourly rate will remain the same; however, mileage charges will be added based on the standard mileage rate as set by the Internal Revenue Service. Airfare and car rental (if needed) are billed at actual rates. Per diem (covering lodging, meals, and incidentals) will be added for multi-day projects and will be calculated according to the rates set by the U.S. General Services Administration.

Virtual services (USA only) are atypical at this time but will be considered on a case-by-case basis. The same hourly rate of $50 applies. Session lengths may vary but must be a minimum of one hour.

I accept cash, personal checks, and credit cards (via Square). Full payment is due when services are rendered.

I appreciate that you have invited me into your home, and I have the utmost respect for your privacy. As a member of the National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals (NAPO), I adhere to the NAPO Code of Ethics and treat every client with discretion.