What does a professional organizer cost?

What Does A Professional Organizer Cost?

To understand the cost and value of organizing, it’s helpful to understand the different factors that go into the price. If someone doesn’t have the time or energy to put into organizing a space but could benefit from the results, I highly recommend hiring a professional organizer. The effects of organization can save you time and money in the long run.

1. Expertise.

Part of the cost of professional organizing depends on the experience and number of years in the business of the organizer. Their experience could range from just starting to being a Marie Kondo consultant. You should ask about certifications and experience when hiring an organizer along with references and before & after photos.

2. Amount of clutter.

The size of the space and how cluttered it is to start with is an important factor determining the length of the project. A small closet could take a day whereas a large kitchen may take several days.

3. Decision-making.

It depends on how efficient you are at making decisions. Professional organizers need you to decide which items will be saved, donated, or trashed. You are truly the only person that can make that decision and decision-making can be fatiguing. Depending upon the project, most organizers recommend between 2-4 hour maximum length sessions at a time.

4. Number of employees.

It depends on how many people are needed to complete your project in the timeframe you are requesting. The lead professional organizer might cost $X an hour, but a second organizer or other sets of hands may be needed depending on your goal for the space.

5. Products.

The cost varies based on the products purchased and how far away you are located from their office. If you are strictly looking for their time to assist you they should be $X/ hour or a packaged price. If you want new or different products to organize a space, that is an additional cost. You can save money if you offer to purchase the items yourself since they may mark up their time researching and obtaining the items.

6. Location.

Pricing largely depends on your geographical location. Organizers are usually willing to go wherever the work is but price may depend on your geographical location. The particular organizer you want may charge for travel time and mileage if you are outside of their immediate service area. I am based in Littleton Colorado https://orderandmore.com/. My service area includes Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree, Lakewood, and Castle Rock, but I'll travel to most locations east of Idaho Springs. Travel expenses are included in my fees; they are a smaller share of the total cost of large projects than small projects.

7. Goal and Expectations.

It depends on what your expectations are for your space. Some organizers work with interior designers which makes the outcomes of your project endless, but would significantly increase the cost to the consumer. It is best to have your specific goal in mind when you start shopping for the appropriate organizer.

Summary

In summary, many factors go into a professional organizer’s hourly rate. According to a Forbes Home article from February 2024, organizers’ rates often range from $30-$130 but can be as high as $500 an hour. Order and More offers the following rates to Littleton clients within a 10-mile radius: $65 an hour for their first initial space, then a packaged rate of $275 for a four hour block, or $75/hour thereafter. The average going rate in Littleton, Colorado is $75 an hour but if you find someone you want to work with, they may have special rates and packages available to you. Just ask! ;-)