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Andrea Wait

(90 reviews)

Cole Valley

Tl;dr: Nicoll is AMAZING and clearly knows what she's doing when it comes to professionally…read moreorganizing your home! Read on below if you want more details about the whole process. So...here's the thing about me. I love stuff. I love having a variety of stuff. I love having colorful pens, cute bags, books...you name it, and I probably started collecting some of it at some point. I don't think there's anything inherently wrong with wanting to have and own those things. But what I did notice was that the sheer amount of that stuff was really starting to stress me out. Things didn't have a place. My closet and dresser and drawers were stuffed to the brim. I found it difficult to enjoy these fun things I owned because they were mixed in with other things I didn't enjoy or use anymore. I found that I was hanging onto so many items for years "just in case," and the case would never arrive. I'd tried for years with things like the minimalist challenge and reading self help books to try and get rid of things, but I couldn't seem to make a dent. That's where Nicoll came in. My partner helped me find Nicoll on Yelp and connected the two of us together. We had an introductory phone call where she asked me some questions, and I shared my frustrations with getting rid of things and really needing help with it. We ended up making an appointment for a week later where she showed up with her toolkit and bag of bags for donations. We did a little walk around and I shared areas of stress for me and what I wanted out of the space, which was to know where everything was and to know what I owned. After the intro assessment we dove right in. In the next few hours we: ⁃ Took EVERYTHING out of my closet and purged SO much of it. We went piece by piece and she helped ask clarifying questions (when did I last wear it? Do I like it?) and could usually pick up on if I actually liked something. I noticed patterns of how I reacted when I loved something vs when I wasn't sure or was sort of convincing myself. This is an exercise I tried doing before on my own, but when there's someone standing there, who you paid to help you, who's not attached to your stuff....let me tell you, it changes the game. I found myself deciding to donate (and sometimes sell) what must have been at least a third of my closet (clothes, hats, bags, electronics, etc). ⁃ She busted out her label maker and helped organize and label shelves in categories that made sense. Now I know where everything is! ⁃ She packed up all the items I decided to donate into bags and packed them into her car. It ended up being about 15 bags of things which was absolutely wild to me. Nicoll taking these bags out of my house was a game changer, because there have been many times I've decided to donate items that just end up sitting there in bags for months! I noticed that night going to bed that my room felt emptier, in a really good way. It felt calmer, cleaner, and like I could breathe a bit easier. Some people might read this and think that they shouldn't have to hire someone to help them organize. I know for myself that I hit a wall when it came to organizing on my own, and I needed to ask for help. I'm so glad I did, because it changed my life and my relationship with "stuff." I'm confident that Nicoll will be able to help you if you need it, and I cannot recommend her enough!

AMAZING use of time and money. Ten stars. I worked with Nicoll for one full day ~6 hours on my two…read morebedroom apartment due to my fiancé moving in. She helped me get straight to work purging, organized my awkward old-house spaces, and packed up all my donations and e-waste when she left leaving the house feeling so free. Highly recommend! Wish I would have done this sooner, and will hire again for maintenance.

The Closet Magician - Shoe Shelving

The Closet Magician

(91 reviews)

We are in love with our new closets!! Brendan was terrific…read moreto work with, he listened to what we wanted and made adjustments. He was respectful of our time and space. He was super thoughtful about removing and hauling things like the carpet I tore out. Prices were aligned with others in the area. I liked that Brandon does the work himself, from quote to finish. He completed 4 closets over 2 days. The closets themselves have shifted the whole feel of the rooms. Definitely an upgrade that I'd highly recommend! Lessons I learned, that you may want to heed... if you have access, get in and paint the closets ahead of time. He will do touch ups, and paint over small areas previously occupied by screws, closet bar supports etc, but that doesn't include full painting. In my case the Master closets hadn't been painted since before I moved in 18 years ago - they suddenly looked dingy contrasting with the new materials. It's none fun painting after the fact! Same thing with any flooring updates. Fortunately, I was able to tear up the carpet the evening before he did the last 2 closets. Give yourself the gift of a fully finished, high end closet. You'll thank me later!

Brenden did the most AMAZING job with my closet. I started…read morewith an empty space and no plan. After asking me a few questions to determine my needs, he put together his recommended layout- it was exactly what I wanted. His work is articulate. Everything lines up perfectly, matches perfectly and is symmetrical. I cannot say enough how great of a job he did. I would definitely recommend him over any of the larger closet companies as his prices are beyond fair, reasonable and affordable. What I love about this set up is that it's adjustable. I can move the rods up/down depending on how long my clothes are. The shelves are adjustable as well. My closet is now my favorite part of the house.

Creative Space Organizing & Design - Get your jewelry displayed in the right containers so getting ready is easy

Creative Space Organizing & Design

(72 reviews)

Lower Hills

Yelp emailed today (after I snooped ~6-days ago to see if Steve is still working his happy magic)…read more Do I want to review this business? Yes, yes I do! It's been 7-yrs since I bought a package + then added extra hours to fully transform my life and home, and it's still the smartest thing I ever did! Not a moment was wasted, no judgement ever, and extremely personable/positive! ** TBH, if I was rich ... I'd have created fake messes just to hang out with him 12x/yr! In addition to removing 12-years of my past trauma/busy clutter, I then asked him to help refresh my home decor because I was sooooo stuck & burnt-out. He listened/clarified/understood the feeling I wanted to achieve. We hit 3-stores in 3-hours, literally running to load our carts with treasures. How he fit everything into his SUV is a testament to his organizational skills! Then my visitors said, "Wow!" when they entered. I'd ask, "What does that mean?" Consistently they replied, "I didn't expect it to look THIS good!!!" Everything Steve suggested & placed in my home was a winner. Great items, colors, prices, lessons, attitude, work ethic, humor, & style. Everything Steve did is STILL perfect, but I'm now ready to donate/trash/recycle my really old holdover closeted crap and refresh the place again. I want his opinion on refreshing wall colors, moving things around, maybe adding some pieces to swap out for seasonal changes. The fact that I want to call him has already motivated me (says this new donation pile & 3 file boxes of papers emptied). More to do before I call him, must eliminate the obvious distractions first & gather decor samples as I'm on a very limited income now. This time I want his design input vs. the heavy-lifting clutter/lifestyle help. He's great at both! When you're ready to improve your life and enjoy the process immensely, Steve Adams is definitely the guy. Thrilled he's still making magic & improving lives.

Steve is the energizer bunny of organizing - he got more done in three hours than I had done for…read moremyself Over the entire year.

Results At Last - After: living room

Results At Last

(79 reviews)

Financial District, SoMa

Working with Results At Last during one of the most difficult periods our family has faced was…read morenothing short of a gift. Our situation was complex on multiple levels. The home required significant decluttering and reorganization, and this work was taking place while a loved one was experiencing a serious medical crisis and extended hospitalization. Emotions were high, decisions were layered, and the work itself carried real emotional weight. Madison met all of this with remarkable professionalism, clarity, and compassion. From the outset, she demonstrated exceptional leadership--setting a calm tone, creating structure where there was overwhelm, and guiding her team with confidence and respect. She handled a deeply cluttered and emotionally charged environment with care, discretion, and zero judgment, ensuring that both practical needs and human sensitivities were honored throughout the process. Her communication was clear and reassuring, her judgment impeccable, and her presence grounding during a time when many people involved were under significant stress. She didn't just organize a home--she created order, safety, and breathing room when it was urgently needed. If you are facing a complicated situation--especially one that intersects with illness, grief, or major life transition--I cannot recommend Madison and Results At Last highly enough. Their work goes far beyond decluttering. It is thoughtful, dignified, and deeply supportive. We are profoundly grateful.

We have had Madison and team come to our house 2x, and they have successfully decluttered our…read moreentire downstairs!! We weren't hoarders but we have lived in the house 10 years and we were DROWNING in toys, acquired things and just old items that needed to be thrown out. It felt suffocating. While this wasn't the most pleasant experience (is purging ever?), the results of a cleaner more clear house was exactly what we (me, my husband and 2 children) needed. Madison knows right away what must go and what her team needs to do to get the most out of the day (5 hours of cleaning/sorting/purging), and they are very efficient and not scared to do the work. I almost went with another company that was more Instagram pretty but realized quickly they were slower, and the before and after pictures did not differ much. I def recommend Madison and team, ESPECIALLY if you live in a very cluttered San Francisco house. They are not afraid of the small living space, little storage and narrow stairs! They will help you feel like you can breathe again! I will post pictures when I get some from Madison, as I only have after and not before. We are taking a little break before they do the upstairs, to hopefully clear some things out on our own but I am eagerly waiting for when they can come again and finish up our home!

Shira Gill

Shira Gill

(50 reviews)

Oakland Hills

Amazing!! Shira is…read morethe whole package and I have 100% confidence she can help you tackle any home organization process. She is smart, fun, respectful, quick, knowledgeable, creative, and motivating. This year I moved into a gorgeous studio apartment in a wonderful SF neighborhood. While I was excited for the move, I began to panic about storage and space. #Fashionista. When I moved in, I took everything from my old life and stuffed it into the studio. It was working...ish. But what I really wanted was that light, airy, free feeling. And I wasn't getting it with all my stuff. So I began a quest to minimize my belongings - especially my clothes! No matter how hard I tried by reading the "Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up" or any other materials, I could only let go of a few things at once on my own. So I reached out to Shira. Shira came in and BOOM I was letting go of things by the second and having FUN doing it. Shira helped me maintain perspective by suggesting what might be appropriate for me and my lifestyle. She did not come in with a stringent minimalist formula. She came in looking to get to know me + my life. Then we created the plan together and made sure it felt good. In my two days with Shira, I can confidently say we decreased my belongings by at least 50%. We filled at least 6 IKEA bags with donations. I already know that I won't miss anything. I feel so much lighter. Happier. Inspired!!! And most importantly, like I can stop stressing about my stuff and start focusing on my life. Work with Shira and you won't regret it :). I promise!

Shira is a miracle worker. Her organizing and transformation is like a work of art. Incredibly…read moreprofessional and friendly, her attitude and efficiency is far above any. She not only organizes, but creates a plan and teaches along the way so that we can continue to live a less stressed and cluttered life. The only regret you will have if you call her is thinking why you didn't do it sooner!

Collector Care - Professional home organizing! We create systems that keep your home organized.
 925-548-7750 Call now! Free estimates. Organize your home

Collector Care

(50 reviews)

I had what I considered a quite disorganized, cluttered, and messy room/office in my house that was…read morestressing me out to exist in day in and day out before i reached out to Rachel and her team. During the consult she walked through the spaces with me and asked me to share what I needed and what my goals were, and I told her a lot of the mess stemmed from issues with ADHD & depression. She was overwhelmingly understanding of my situation and was able to schedule me in fairly quick after the consult, and I feel like the quote she gave and the projected hours were reasonable given the project size. Sofia and Zoe on her team came to help organize and declutter and they were a pleasure to have over-- extremely kind and understanding overall. They checked in with me frequently and gave me recommendations for organization and how to keep things organized going forward. It's clear that Rachel and her team care about the projects they take on and the people that they're helping. I feel so much better in my bedroom and working in my office now-- They've made a tremendous difference for me, and I no longer feel ashamed of my space nor do I dread entering the rooms anymore. Everything feels more manageable now. A big thanks to Collector Care from me, would highly recommend!

Flexible, caring, attention to detail. I have scheduled them for a second time. We have rescheduled…read morethe appointment a couple of times per my request. Good experience the first visit, so looking forward.

Zen Habitat - Organized tools

Zen Habitat

(49 reviews)

Pacific Heights

Working with Keith has been a life-changing experience, truly. I tell basically everyone I know…read moreabout it. After six sessions he's not only transformed my space but my relationship to it: my home is no longer a source of stress and chaos, but a sanctuary where I can fully unwind. I can now maintain a baseline of organization with ease, without needing long weekend cleaning sessions. I know where everything is and don't need to waste time searching for my things. I never thought I could be this type of person. What's special about Keith is that he doesn't just organize, he teaches you the skills required for maintaining an organized home over the long term, tailored to you. He's trained with Marie Kondo and specializes in organizing for ADHD. He asks excellent questions in the decluttering process and has brilliant strategies for organization--I don't have ADHD but find that his methods work very well for my busy pace of life. I've developed a better understanding of why disorganization happens and how to address them and create systems as needed. All that to say, working with Keith is one of the best investments I've ever made. He's also a lovely person to spend an afternoon with, and always communicative, warm, and incredibly punctual. I'm so grateful to him and could not recommend his services more.

Keith helped me organize my apartment after three years of neglect, and the difference it has made…read morein my day-to-day is difficult to overstate. Keith is a kind and empathetic man who brought passion, experience, and depth of knowledge about organization and ways of living that I didn't even know existed. It's been a life changing experience that I recommend to basically everyone.

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Golden Girl Organizing

(35 reviews)

All I can say is Stacey is worth her weight in gold! She is absolutely made for this line of…read morework. I dreaded calling an organizer for the longest time ...really until I thought my hubby would disown me. But I did call a couple companies and connected more with her on the phone then the others mainly because she put my mind at ease and eliminated the apprehension about hiring an organization co. to begin with Let me just say she works fast! & her brain operates very differently than mine. In 4 hours she converted a room stacked floor to ceiling that I'd been looking at for months trying to tackle getting it emptied - to organized and cleaned out, ready for its new purpose (home gym) I'm so happy I found her and took the step to hire her and get the process going. The relief she's brought me with how tidy and organized my craft room is - is tremendous. I can now find things instead of having to run out and rebuy items I already had multiples of but couldn't ever put my hands on!!! I'm trilled I found her and highly recommend her services

I first hired Stacey a few years ago to help my hoarder Son and his girlfriend. Anybody else would…read morehave ran, not Stacey...... She stayed and finished the job. Last week I hired Stacey to come to my house and work on several projects like laundry room, pantry, linen closet etc..... Stacey did yet another FANTASTIC JOB! She is kind, courteous, smart and extremely capable. She is coming in 2 weeks for the last project.

Common Sense Organizing By Lori - home_organization - Updated May 2026

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