FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Professional organizers listen to your unique needs and challenges. At OBM, we bring years of experience working with clients and we approach organizing with compassion, confidentiality, encouragement and fun. We break down the overwhelming feeling you may be experiencing into bite-size pieces all while keeping it lively and FUN.

Everyone! We hear a lot of clients say "I just can't get organized...I feel so overwhelmed." Trust us, you are not. Everyone can benefit including parents, children, downsizers, home sellers, those experiencing a loss or those who just need a little bit of help feeling at home in their space.

 No. In fact, we’d prefer if you didn’t; that way we can see how your space typically looks and how you’re currently functioning in it. Remember, there is nothing to be embarrassed about and certainly no need for shame! We’ve been there, and our number one goal is to find solutions that work for you and your space in a completely non-judgmental way. 

We sure think so! Decluttering and organizing can be transformative. We help provide you with instant results, as well as life-changing and long-term solutions. It's not about being perfect...it's about functionality and efficiency in a way that works for you. Think of it as a little self-care for your home in the same way you invest in self-care for your body and mind.

You name it. We work in any space in your home including pantries, kitchens, closets, bedrooms, attics, basements and more! We also do your home office, your business office and your storage units. 

During the initial consult we will discuss your unique challenges and needs along with our approach. We may ask you to email or text us some photos of your space(s) to help us come up with a plan. We typically start our clients with a three-hour session to get started, though depending on the scope of services, we may also schedule an in-home consultation. We are totally cool and flexible. Remember....this can be FUN!

We come with upbeat attitudes, tunes, cool t-shirts, an open-mind and NO judgment. You don't need to purchase anything in advance. We aim to find solutions in things that already exist in your home but at times we may also suggest some items to purchase that will help optimize your space. 

Of course. You are awesome. Why wouldn't we want to work with you? Working in your home can be a very personal experience for you. We are here to coach you with decluttering and organizing. It's not always easy to decide what to keep and we are here to listen and guide you. There are definitely times that you can go off on your own and let us do our magic, but expect the first session to be hanging with us. 

Clients are responsible for paying for all  products (drawer dividers, file folders, storage containers, etc.) necessary for the completion of the project at the time of service. We carry a wide-ranging inventory of products sourced from our preferred vendors for use on projects. For larger items needed for a project (shelving, cabinets, or specialty products) links will be provided for the client to purchase ahead of the scheduled session. 

Absolutely! We do our best to connect with local businesses who will help with services like junk haul-out, community clothes donations, at-home secure shredding services and recycling. We love to help our community. 

We don't know anyone who doesn't have a junk drawer. It's a rite of adulthood. We have one, too. We just help you to keep it organized so you know where things are and give you a system to contain it. 

Organized By Michael is a professional organizing & Interior Design company based in Amherst, NH. Serving Southern New Hampshire, Northeast Massachusetts, and beyond.