frequently asked questions
1. What is the process?
Every Simply Done project begins with a complimentary phone consultation. During our conversation, we’ll discuss your space, goals, challenges, personal style, and budget. We’ll also ask you to send a few photos or video of the space so we can better understand the project and provide a more accurate estimate and timeline.
Once your project is scheduled, our team will thoughtfully plan your space, research and source any necessary organizing products, and arrive prepared to make the most of our time together.
While every project is unique, our organizing process is consistent. We’ll take everything out, sort and categorize your belongings, edit and remove items as needed, and intentionally put everything back with function, sustainability, and aesthetics in mind. We’ll finish the space with clear labels. Our goal is to create a space that not only looks beautiful, but is easier to use and maintain.
2. How involved can I—or should I—be?
As involved as you’d like! Some clients prefer to work alongside our team and be part of the decision-making process, while others love the opportunity to step away and return to a completely transformed space.
There’s no right or wrong way to do it. We’re happy to walk you through our process, answer questions, and involve you as much—or as little—as you’d like. Our goal is to make the experience feel easy, comfortable and completely tailored to you.
3. How long does the organizing usually take?
Every project is different, and the timeline depends on the size, scope, and needs of the space. Most organizing sessions average around 6 hours, but larger or more involved projects may require multiple sessions or span several days. During your complimentary consultation, we’ll talk through your space and provide an estimated timeframe so you know what to expect before we begin.
4. Should I clean or tidy my space before you arrive?
Absolutely not! And please don’t feel embarrassed about your space. We’ve seen it all, and that’s exactly why we’re here. One of the first steps in our organizing process is to take everything out of the space so we can sort, categorize, and thoughtfully determine what stays and where it belongs. In other words, your space will likely look worse before it gets better anyways.
If you’re someone who enjoys a little pre-work, we’re happy to provide suggestions for things you can do ahead of time. We’ll discuss this during your consultation so you can decide what, if anything, you’d like to tackle before our team arrives.
5. Do I need new bins or containers for my space to be transformed?
Not at all! We’re happy to work with what you already have and will always look for opportunities to repurpose existing containers when they make sense. That said, sometimes thoughtfully selected, coordinated products can make a significant difference in maximizing your space, improving functionality, and creating a cohesive finished look.
During your consultation, we’ll discuss your goals, style, and budget and determine whether new products would benefit your space. If they’re needed, we handle all of the measuring, researching, sourcing, and shopping for you. Our goal is to create the best system for your space—not to fill it with unnecessary products.
