If you've ever stared at a cluttered closet or chaotic kitchen and thought, “I really need to get this under control” — only to close the door and walk away — you're not alone. Getting organized feels like something we should be able to do on our own. So when people hear about professional organizers, one of the first questions they ask is:

"Is it really worth the money?"

Short answer? Yes — and here’s why.

Hiring a professional organizer isn’t just about tidying up. It’s about reclaiming your time, reducing daily stress, and making your home work for you instead of against you. At Simplify Buffalo, we’ve had many sessions that end with happy tears from our clients. They tell us time after time how much lighter they feel after organizing. 

Let’s break down the real return on investment (ROI) — in time, peace of mind, and productivity — and help you confidently decide if this is a smart investment for your life.

The problem: Disorganization is a time thief.

Studies show the average person spends 55 minutes a day looking for things they own but can’t find — that’s more than 12 full days per year!

The ROI:

• Faster mornings. No more hunting for keys, shoes, or school forms.
• Effortless routines. Systems make it easier to reset your space in minutes — not hours.
• Free time returns. Instead of wasting weekends purging closets, you can spend time with your family, hobbies, or resting.

Hiring a professional organizer isn’t buying hours of cleaning — it’s buying back your own time. At Simplify Buffalo, we work in teams of 2-5 people and each session is five hours. When you add up the hours, that could be 25 hours of organizing! Many of our clients do not have 25 hours of spare time to declutter and organize their space. 

The problem: Visual clutter contributes to mental clutter. It’s harder to focus, harder to relax, and harder to feel in control when your environment feels chaotic. According to a UCLA study, mothers’ cortisol levels spiked in cluttered homes — meaning clutter literally causes stress hormones to rise.

The ROI:

• Less stress, more calm. Walking into a peaceful, orderly space reduces anxiety and overwhelm.
• Better sleep. A clean, serene bedroom (especially with proper storage) has been linked to improved rest.
• Emotional relief. Organizers help with the tough emotional side of decluttering — like guilt or decision fatigue.

Organizing isn’t just about stuff. It’s about how you feel in your own home. We’ve had clients reconsider a bigger home or renovating because of how much better their space feels after an organizing session. 

The problem: When everything’s disorganized, even small tasks feel harder. Productivity drops when systems don’t support you — especially if you're working from home or managing a family.

The ROI:

• Clearer thinking. When your environment is organized, your brain has more bandwidth.
• Easier decision-making. Systems reduce friction and eliminate repetitive micro-decisions (like where to put mail or how to store shoes).
• Home-office harmony. For remote workers, a well-organized workspace can directly impact focus and performance.

An organizer helps you design a space that works with your habits — not against them. Our team balances beauty and function when organizing a space but our main goal is to set up systems that work for you!

Still worried about cost? Disorganization can be expensive.

The problem:

• Duplicate purchases because you can’t find what you already own.
• Late fees from misplaced bills.
• Missed appointments or lost paperwork.
• Wasted groceries and expired products hiding in overwhelmed pantries.

The ROI: A one-time investment in systems can prevent these costs.

• Organized pantries = less waste.
• Labeled bins = no more rebuying.
• Efficient file systems = fewer financial mistakes.

Even better? Organized homes often sell faster and for more money — so there can be a long-term ROI if you're selling your home. We offer decluttering, packing, unpacking and organizing services if you are moving! 

Hiring a professional organizer can change your relationship with your home. You’ll gain:

• Confidence to host guests. No more “Sorry about the mess.”
• Clarity during transitions. Whether it's moving, downsizing, welcoming a baby, or combining households — organizers help make change feel manageable. We offer gift certificates that make a great baby shower or retirement gift. 
• A sense of control. When everything has a place, you feel more in control of your life.

Let’s address the biggest mental roadblocks people have:

• “I should be able to do this myself.”

Sure — but do you want to? Just like hiring a trainer or a coach, you're paying for expertise, accountability, and results.

• “It feels like a luxury.”

Actually, it’s a form of self-care and life-efficiency. Many clients find the ROI far exceeds the cost — not to mention the emotional relief.

• “It’s too expensive.”

Organizing services often range from $60–$90/hour (depending on location), and many offer custom packages. You don’t need a full-home overhaul to get major benefits — sometimes just tackling one or two rooms can change everything.

Imagine this: You hire a pro for 10 hours at $75/hour. That’s a $750 investment.

In return, your kitchen becomes fully functional, your closet feels like a boutique, and your mornings are smooth again.

You avoid $200+ in waste from duplicate purchases, you save 4 hours a week, and you’re less stressed.

That’s ROI you feel every day.

Hiring a professional organizer isn’t just about a neater home. It’s about creating space for the life you want — one that runs more smoothly, feels less chaotic, and gives you the freedom to focus on what matters most.

Is it worth it?

If time, peace, and energy have value to you — then yes, absolutely.

“Best investment ever! Worth every cent! I now have 3 completely organized closets and all the dresser drawers. Bags of items were donated and carted away. This is the best present I ever gave myself!!! So liberated from junk and not needed items!”

“I cannot stress enough how much I recommend! Cleaned out my Dad’s kitchen and closets first visit, then did the garage that had 50 years of stuff accumulated. I felt nauseous honestly at first about having to do all this, as I care-give now for Dad. Instead of the tedious tasks being mine alone to do, Amy and her crew swept 50 years off of my stress and made a home beautiful. I can say I’m proud to live here now! The process was made easy by Simplify Buffalo and I will support this business again in the future! Book now! You will not regret it.”

“We live in a hundred year old home, and I thought  I needed to demo my closet structure and start from scratch, but actually all I needed was Simplify Buffalo! They worked with what I have, and made my old house closet look like a modern marvel.  I am so happy every time I walk into it.  Promptly asked them to come back for my kitchen!”

“I have a young family, and have been living in our forever home for 3 years. We haven’t had time to establish good storage habits as we are so busy. They helped us come up with organizational solutions that are easy for us to keep up with that work perfectly for our growing family’s needs. They organized our basement with storage totes that are clearly labeled and organized. They went above and beyond and even organized our bonus room with the extra time they had. They organized our primary room closet, (and the overflow of things in our guest bedroom closets) and made purging clothing so easy! I used to hate putting away our laundry and now I love it!”