Organizing FAQ
Following are answers to some of the questions we are asked most frequently, all in one place for your convenience! If you have a question not answered here, just contact us via the e-mail link on any page and we'll get right back to you.
1. What is a Professional Organizer?
2. Where do the work sessions take place?
3. What happens during a typical work session?
4. How many hours does it take to organize?
5. What if I feel embarrassed about my mess?
6. Do I have to throw away my things? Who decides what I can keep?
7. Can my children be at home while we organize?
8. My whole house needs organizing. Where do we start?
9. How much does it cost?
10. Can I give someone else the gift of OASIS organizing services?
1. What is a Professional Organizer?
Professional Organizers are individuals who are able to use their knowledge and experience to provide you with services, information, systems, solutions, ideas and/or products that will help you to get organized - and remain that way indefinitely. Organizers work closely with their clients to determine what methods they are most comfortable with, so the organization that they accomplish can easily be maintained by their clients indefinitely. To see for yourself some of the amazing results that can be achieved, visit our Before & After House!
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2. Where do the work sessions take place?
Work sessions generally take place in your home or office - unless you are only requesting consultation. In that case, the sessions will take place either via the phone or online via e-mail, whichever is most convenient for you. And of course, if you would like our owner, Marc to speak on organizing at your next event or meeting, he would be happy to travel to wherever you are holding it in the Greater Seattle Area ... or you can discuss travel fees for out of area events.
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3. What happens during a typical work session?
If you have requested an in home or office session, first, we'll look at the space that needs help and discuss what you like and don't like about the space. After some brainstorming, we'll come up with a strategy to create a useful and organized space. Then, we'll dig in! To fully appreciate the surprising results we can accomplish - often in just a few hours - visit our Before & After House! If you have requested consultations, we will follow the same general pattern, progressing further with each phone call or e-mail from coming up with a plan to guiding you through the implementation - but there is where the similarity ends ... because you will be digging in all on your own! And if Marc is hired to speak at your event, you can discuss the length of time that is appropriate for him to speak that suits both the material to be covered and your schedule.
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4. How many hours does it take to organize?
That depends on a multitude of variables including the size of the room or project, its condition, additional staff or companies that may need to be included to complete the project to your satisfaction, and your own motivation level. Generally we can get a good start on - and often finish - a small office, bedroom, closet, or your kitchen cupboards in a few hours. Larger projects such as garages, attics, basements or projects requiring outside help can take longer.
Oasis Professional Organizers also offers a special One Day Organizer, for clients who desire the Professional Organizer's services for a full work day.
In terms of our consultation services this is geared toward the pace that you prefer to go, which we will discuss and determine during the initial consultation.
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5. What if I feel embarrassed about my mess?
There is certainly no need to feel embarassed! Just remember, every single one of our clients has a mess to contend with, otherwise they wouldn't be contacting us for our services! As professionals, we are there to help, not judge. Not to mention that all services provided by Oasis Professional Organizers are strictly confidential. Why not visit our Before & After House? The Before House may look familiar to you and will reassure you that you are not alone. Then be sure to scroll all the images to see the After House, and you will understand how wonderful your 'After' home or office will look!
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6. Do I have to throw away my things? Who decides what I can keep?
Absolutely NOT! It is entirely up to you to make all the decisions about what to keep and what to discard. You will never be forced to throw away anything - this is where our years of experience and knowledge come in handy - and we believe you will be amazed and pleased at the clever ideas we can come up with to turn your 'favorite clutter' into tidy files or decorative art!
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7. Can my children be at home while we organize?
Sure, we don't have a problem with that ... although on second thought, you might! You are paying for our services, and young children may increase the length of time it takes to complete your project. Therefore, in your own best interests, we suggest that you consider having your spouse or a friend watch your younger children. Now conversely, when organizing your older children's rooms, they should definitely be present to help and offer input - so their room will be organized in a manner that they can continue to maintain so you both will receive the most value from our services.
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8. My whole house needs organizing. Where do we start?
To determine that, we will take a few moments to evaluate your house and prioritize the projects together. We might begin in an area that causes you the most stress, or an area that is most critical to your family, or even just the room that is most accessible at that time! Once we understand your needs, we can help you to determine where the best place to begin would be that will be the most beneficial to you.
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9. How much does it cost?
The cost of your specific project will depend on the amount of work that needs to be done and the length of time that will be required to complete your project. Whenever possible, we prefer to quote a single fee for an entire project, however some projects can only be done on an hourly basis. In all cases, we will determine how to best meet your needs while staying within your budget ... prior to beginning any work.
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10. Can I give someone else the gift of Oasis Professional Organizers' services?
Absolutely! You are welcome to purchase the Gift of Organization for a friend, colleague, or relative. But please do keep in mind that deciding to take on an organizing project is a very personal choice that requires enthusiasm and commitment for it to be truly effective for your gift recipient, so it would be wise to think carefully to determine if your friend would be seriously committed to a organizing project before investing your money. But if you are confident that someone you know would love to get the Gift of Organization, feel free to e-mail us so we can create a Gift Certificate just for them in any amount you choose.
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