Top questions to ask before hiring a home organizer

A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.

Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?

Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.

First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.

Everything You Need to Know About Erie Home Organizers

How does invoicing/payment work for most Home Organizer projects in Erie?

Every project differs, but you should ask any home organizer for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any home organization services work is done.

If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for home organizers to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your home organizer project.

If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the home organizer to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.

What should I check for once my Home Organizer in Erie has finished working?

Every home organization services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any home organization services company has told you they've finished the job:

  • Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with home organization services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
  • Ask the home organizer to describe what they did. Whether your home organization services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
  • Compare the description provided on your home organization services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
  • Request that the home organizer do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.

Does the home organizer I want to hire need to be licensed in Erie?

Before you start any project, it is crucial to learn about the certifications and licenses that you or your Home Organizer need to have. There are 0 home organizers in Erie that are licensed.

Here are the types of license(s) Home Organizers need to have to work on Home Organization Services jobs in PA:

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    Interior Cleaning
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    Interior/Exterior
    Interior
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    Property type
    Single story home
    Bathrooms to clean
    3-5
    Home size in sq ft
    More than 3,000
    Extra factors
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    Surfaces to be cleaned
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    Maid services
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    Preferences or allergies
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    Erie 16511
    Interior Cleaning
    Start Date
    Within a month
    Interior/Exterior
    Interior
    Recurring or one time
    Recurring
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    Multi-story home
    Bathrooms to clean
    2
    Home size in sq ft
    1,000-2,000
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    Erie 16509
    Interior Cleaning
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    I'm flexible
    Interior/Exterior
    Interior
    Recurring or one time
    Recurring
    Property type
    Single story home
    Bathrooms to clean
    1
    Home size in sq ft
    1,000-2,000
    Extra factors
    Pets live in the residence, Regular smoking inside the residence
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    Blinds
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    Cleaning frequency
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    Erie 16506
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    Erie 16505
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    Erie 16508
    Interior Cleaning
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    Within a month
    Interior/Exterior
    Interior
    Recurring or one time
    Recurring
    Property type
    Single story home
    Bathrooms to clean
    1
    Home size in sq ft
    500-1,000
    Extra factors
    Pets live in the residence
    Surfaces to be cleaned
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    Maid services
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    Cleaning frequency
    Weekly
    Preferences or allergies
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    Erie 16509
    Interior Cleaning
    Start Date
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    Interior/Exterior
    Interior
    Recurring or one time
    Recurring
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    Bathrooms to clean
    1
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    1,000-2,000
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