Kathy The Organizer

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$70/hour

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Introduction

Often the first step is the hardest ~ but I'm here to help you take it! If perfectionism is keeping you from starting, give me a call! I will help you take that first hard step. I am passionate about helping others and believe that our surroundings mirror how we feel inside. Clients have told me that after assisting them in decluttering & putting things in order, they feel lighter & relieved! Services include decluttering & downsizing, paper management, and creating organizational systems to help keep things in place. I would love to help you make things manageable, a room at a time. I am able to work alone or with your help. Areas serviced include most of the Peninsula including San Mateo County, the Coast, and San Mateo to Los Gatos.

Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 84 times

7 similar jobs done near you

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1 employee

2 years in business

Business hours

SunClosedMon11:00 am - 5:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2023

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

Exceptional 5.0

26 reviews

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Stephanie W.

2 weeks ago

Hired on Thumbtack

My experience working with Kathy has been nothing short of amazing. We have worked through multiple challenging areas of my home - the dreaded basement, kid's room, laundry room. She has a great vision and a very easy style to work with. She has a great balance of pushing you through projects and giving good advice about de cluttering and never makes you feel bad about keeping something but is honest and reasonable about helping you get rid of things. It is great to work with her and in my case there were so many decisions to make that that was a good way to be productive but on multiple occasions I had to leave while she was there and I feel like she was just as productive alone and then we did a concentrated sorting together when I returned. Personally I have really enjoyed meeting Kathy and genuinely enjoy working with her and talking with her. She is a genuinely super great person and a fantastic organizer.

Details: Storage advice • Garage • Less than 500 sq ft • Unorganized

Kathy The Organizer's reply

Thank you Stephanie! I think we have made a great team working throughout your house and making new "homes" for things so life can run just a little bit smoother. I appreciate you trusting me and my vision - your confidence in me has been so empowering. ~Kathy

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Ling X.

Feb 12, 2024

Hired on Thumbtack

Kathy helped me with my closet organisation. It’s my first time hiring a professional home organising service, and I think it’s totally worth it. My closet has never been this organised and even after months after her first service our closet still remains organised due to all the clothing organisers and dividers she suggested us to use. In addition, Kathy’s really nice and easy to work with. I will recommend Kathy to anyone who’s looking for home organising service in the Bay Area.

Details: Space planning • Removal of unwanted items • Storage advice • Closets • Kitchen • In-home office • 500 - 1,000 sq ft • Moderately organized

Kathy The Organizer's reply

Thank you Ling. I am so glad that your first experience was a good one and that it is working well for you. That's my goal - your happiness and a system that works! I hope you will call anytime a new need arises. ~ Sending my best ~ Kathy

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Michelle R.

Feb 10, 2023

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I am so happy I found Kathy! She came over to help me organize my pantry, and I'm over the moon with the results. Before: Kathy was very responsive and got back to me quickly. She was great at confirming plans and communicated well. She helped me identify items that I could purchase to help the organizing appointment go more smoothly and also let me know what she had in her inventory that she could bring. During: She was super punctual and a total delight to meet. Between the items she brought and the items I had purchased, we had everything we needed to effectively organize the space we had planned on. She worked very efficiently on her own at first, then I joined when it came to making some decluttering decisions. I am so happy with the system she put into place and would happily hire her again for tune-ups in the future, as I've come to understand through this process that keeping a tidy home is an ongoing edit. Before Kathy, I could watch all the organizing shows in the world and not really be able to apply it to my own space. She's a great creative thinker and takes many things into account, including accessibility and how often certain products are used. She's also incredibly kind and non-judgmental. It really amazes me how much she accomplished in one visit, because I know myself and know that this would probably have taken me years - if I'd even been able to pull it off by myself. She's a real gem.

Details: Space planning • Storage advice • Paper management • Closets • In-home office • 500 - 1,000 sq ft • Unorganized

Kathy The Organizer's reply

Thank you so much Michelle! You wrote an amazing review that covered so many aspects of this job! I'm so glad that I was able to accomplish something both you and your fiance liked. I look forward to working with you again. ~Kathy

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Annie F.

Sep 7, 2022

Hired on Thumbtack

Kathy was able to take in my office full of "stuff" and come up with creative solutions for organization that I would never have thought of. For example, she made me realize that I should consolidate my crafting supplies and move them to where I actually do my crafting activities, freeing up my office truly become an office and an organized space of productivity. I highly recommend Kathy for anyone who is moving or as a practical gift for that person who needs that extra help making their home a space they'll enjoy.

Details: Storage advice • Paper management • Closets • Bathrooms • 1,000 - 1,500 sq ft • Moderately organized

Kathy The Organizer's reply

Thank you Annie!

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Jamie W.

Jun 26, 2023

Hired on Thumbtack

Kathy is an empathetic professional organizer who asks the right questions for making decisions during a downsizing project. She guides you through the process effortlessly and without judgment. We accomplished a lot today and I'm grateful.

Details: Removal of unwanted items • Paper management • Space planning • Storage advice • Kitchen • In-home office • 500 - 1,000 sq ft • Moderately organized

Kathy The Organizer's reply

Thank you Jaime. I am so glad we were able to work together to get through a very triggering project. I am really happy at how much was done!

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FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I charge $70 per hour; which includes 30 miles round trip & basic supplies; garbage bags, labels, etc. I do charge a mileage fee of $.65 per mile when it is over the 30 miles. I can research & shop for containers/storage items at an additional charge. Seniors & teachers can request a discounted rate of $65 per hour.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I typically will ask a new customer to send photos for review, so I understand the needs & wishes for the area to be worked on. This helps me with estimating the amount of time it will take to complete. Please note that decluttering does take more time, as I will be working alongside the client & it can be an emotional & tiring experience.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a member of NAPO (National Association of Professional Organizers) and have taken many online courses, watched several webinars and read numerous books & articles. I managed a small, family run business for over 35 years. This gave me experience with project management, assisting others, setting & reaching goals. This has helped me with quite a few clients who have needed their home offices organized or needed assistance with paper management.

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