One of the most common questions we hear is:
“How long will it take to organize my closet?”
The honest answer is that every closet is different, so every project is different.
The amount of time it takes depends on several factors, including the size of your closet, how many items need to be organized, whether you’d like help decluttering before organizing, the type of closet, its current level of organization, and whether you’d like us to incorporate organizing products into the space.
Here are the biggest factors that affect how long a closet organization service typically takes:
The Size of Your Closet
One of the biggest factors is simply the size of the closet.
A small reach-in closet will typically take less time to organize than a large walk-in closet with multiple hanging sections, shelves, drawers, and storage areas.
Generally speaking, the larger the closet, the more time it will take to organize.
How Many Items Need to Be Organized
The number of items in the closet can have an even bigger impact than the closet’s size.
A closet with just clothing and shoes may take much less time than one filled with handbags, accessories, keepsakes, seasonal décor, storage bins, paperwork, or other miscellaneous items.
The more items there are to sort, categorize, fold, hang, and put away, the longer the project will typically take.
Whether You’d Like Help Decluttering
Some clients simply want us to organize what’s already in their closet.
Others would like help decluttering their closet. This is where we help them decide what to keep, donate, or throw away before we begin organizing.
Once you’ve decided what’s staying, we’ll organize everything into a system that’s easier to maintain. After the session, we also help our clients take their donations to local donation centers in Baton Rouge.
Since decluttering is an additional step, it naturally adds time to the project. If you’d like to learn more about the decluttering process, check out our case study, which shows how we helped a Baton Rouge client declutter her closet.
The Current Level of Organization
A closet that’s already fairly organized is usually much quicker to complete than one where clothing, shoes, and other belongings have accumulated over time.
For example, if items are piled on the floor, shelves are overcrowded, drawers are overflowing, or belongings have become mixed together, we’ll need more time to sort everything before organizing it.
The Type of Closet
Not every closet serves the same purpose.
For example, organizing a:
- Bedroom closet
- Children’s closet
- Playroom closet
- Craft closet
- Linen closet
- Coat closet
- Storage closet
- Pantry closet
…all involve different types of items and different organizing strategies, which can affect how long the project takes.
Whether You’d Like Organizing Products
Some clients already have organizing products they’d like us to use.
Others ask us to recommend products such as matching hangers, bins, and labels.
If we’re incorporating organizing products into your project, additional time may be needed to create those systems and put everything in its new home.
So, How Long Does It Usually Take?
Most closet organization projects can be completed during one or two organizing sessions, although every project is different.
Some clients only need help with one small closet, while others would like us to organize multiple closets during the same project. In some cases, we’re able to complete several closets in a single session. Larger walk-in closets that include decluttering may require additional time.
That’s why we don’t give every client the same answer.
| Closet Type | Typical Time Needed |
|---|---|
| Small reach-in closet | Often completed in one session |
| Walk-in closet | Depends on size and amount of clothing |
| Kids’ closet | Often completed in one session |
| Multiple closets | May require multiple sessions |
How We’ll Estimate Your Project
The easiest way to find out how long your closet organization project will take is to schedule a phone consultation.
Give us a call at (225) 963-6775 or fill out our online contact form.
From there, you’ll speak with Olivia Parks, the owner of Professional Organizers Baton Rouge. She’ll learn more about your project, discuss what you’d like help with, review photos of your closet if available, and recommend the number of organizing sessions she believes will best fit your project, timeline, and budget.
Whether you need help organizing one closet or several areas throughout your home, our team provides professional home organizing services throughout Baton Rouge. Contact us today to schedule your consultation.
P.S. If you’ve never worked with a professional organizer before, you can also read our guide on what to expect when hiring a closet organizer so you’ll know exactly how the process works before your consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I declutter before hiring a professional closet organizer?
No. Decluttering before your organizing session is completely optional. In fact, helping clients declutter is one of the main reasons many people hire a professional organizer. We provide guidance, support, accountability, and hands-on help throughout the decluttering process.
That said, if you’ve already decluttered on your own, that’s perfectly fine too. We can simply focus on organizing the items you’ve decided to keep. Every project is tailored to your goals and how much help you’d like.
Can you organize more than one closet during the same session?
Yes. We can. Whether we’re able to organize multiple closets during one session depends on the size of each closet, the number of belongings, and the level of decluttering involved.
For example, we’re often able to complete multiple smaller closets during a single session. Larger or more heavily cluttered closets may require an entire session on their own.
During your phone consultation, once Olivia Parks has reviewed your project photos, she’ll be able to recommend how many closets can realistically be completed within your session.
Do you organize more than closets?
Yes! While we organize closets, we also organize nearly every area of the home, including:
- Kitchens
- Pantries
- Garages
- Home offices
- Laundry rooms
- Bedrooms
- Bathrooms
- Playrooms
- And more
Whether you’re looking for help decluttering, organizing, packing, unpacking, or downsizing your closet, we’re here to help.
Do I need to purchase organizing products?
No. Organizing products are always optional and are an additional cost only if they’re needed.
Some closets and organizing projects benefit from products such as bins or baskets, while others don’t need any. Once we’ve seen your closet, we’ll let you know whether we think any products would improve the space.
If products are recommended, you’re welcome to purchase them yourself, or we can help recommend or source the best options for your project.
Can a professional organizer help organize my custom closet?
Yes. Many of our clients already have custom closets with built-in shelves, drawers, hanging rods, and shoe storage. While we don’t design or install custom closets, we can help organize the systems you already have. We’ll sort and organize clothing, shoes, handbags, accessories, and other belongings in a way that’s functional and easier to maintain.
What is the average cost of hiring a closet organizer service?
The average cost of hiring a professional closet organizer depends on several factors, including the size of your closet, whether you’d like help decluttering before organizing, the number of items that need to be organized, and the overall level of organization.
Since every project is different, costs can vary. We’ve created a detailed guide that breaks down closet organization costs in Baton Rouge and the factors that affect pricing.