what is the spruced Co. method for de-cluttering?
Your home is unique to you. At Spruced Co., we believe your space should serve your life — not become something you have to serve. Our job is to understand how you live, what you need from your home, and what’s getting in the way.
We start by assessing your space with you, learning about your belongings, your routines, and what isn’t working for you. From there, we help you sort and edit, then create practical systems that are easy to use and maintain.
Every project gets an individualized plan based on your space, your needs, and the scope of the work. Depending on the project, we can work alongside you or take on much of the organizing independently. We also source organizing products, coordinate donations and recycling, and handle the many little details that turn an overwhelming project into a finished, functional space.
what makes Spruced co. "eco-minded?"
We believe getting organized shouldn’t mean sending a houseful of things to the landfill — or buying a houseful of new plastic bins. Whenever possible, we help clients find responsible next homes for things they no longer need through donation, reuse, and recycling. We can also help coordinate the responsible disposal of items such as electronics, paint, and household chemicals.
When organizing, we’re happy to reuse containers and storage pieces you already own. When something new really would make the space work better, we prioritize durable, thoughtfully made products and materials such as wood, metal, glass, natural fibers, and recycled materials where practical.
The goal is simple: use what you have, buy what you need, and waste as little as possible.
should i be present for all sessions with a Spruced Co. organizer?
We ask our clients to be present for at least the beginning of the organizing process. We’ll need your input so we can understand how you use your space and we rely on you to make decisions about what to keep, donate, sell, relocate, or recycle.
Once those decisions are made and we have a plan to move forward, there’s much we can tackle independently — setting up systems so that you can get back to using your space as quickly as possible.
That said, it’s often helpful to have you nearby while we work. Being able to ask the occasional question along the way helps us create systems that truly reflect you and the way you live.
how long are organizing sessions?
Sessions generally last between 4–6 hours, sometimes longer, depending on your project and needs. Some projects can be completed in a single session, while larger projects may require several sessions spread out over a period of days or weeks.
After learning more about your space and goals, we’ll give you a realistic sense of the time and scope involved.
when is payment collected?
In-person consultations and walk-throughs are billed and paid in advance. Whether you choose to hire Spruced Co. or not, the time we spend together will be valuable to you, and we freely share ideas and solutions during that visit. As such, we kindly request payment collection for these visits up front.
Once your project is underway, we will invoice for materials and hours-to-date at the end of each phase, until project completion.
how does spruced Co. decide what to purchase to organize my space?
Once we've walked through your home together and gain an understanding of how you use your space and your goals, we'll have a good sense of what items are needed in order to complete your project. Sometimes we may bring bins or items at the start, while at other times, we may make purchases midway or at the end. Whenever possible, we’ll use what you already have.
We'll make recommendations, discuss your budget, and talk through your style preferences before making purchases. However, we ask that you trust our expertise and knowledge when making purchases with your project in mind- you can change your mind or return items at any point during the process.
Spruced Co. offers personal shopping at the standard hourly rate, both online and in-person.
will spruced Co. make me get rid of my stuff?
Though we firmly believe that minimalism is the antidote to the majority of organization challenges, Spruced Co. will never require you to get rid of anything you own. We're here to help coach and guide you, and will offer an objective opinion when needed. We respect that the decision to keep, sell, donate or discard possessions is ultimately yours alone.
Will Spruced Co. handle my bulky furniture removal & disposal?
Although Spruced organizers do not personally handle the removal of bulky items, we'll happily arrange for a bulk item pick-up from your local Recology center on your behalf.
OK, so How do we get started?
Get your project started with a complimentary phone consultation, or an in-person project evaluation (fee-based). Once we've assessed your project and reviewed your goals together, we'll follow-up with an estimate and project outline.
Ready to book? Click below or email us at: hello@sprucedco.com. We can't wait to work with you!