Here is how to make money organizing closets. Yes, this is actually a thing. Professional organizers can make a lot of money, but even if you don’t go pro, you can still earn some nice side money helping others organize.
Closets 101
There are a few basic rules when it comes to organizing closets. Things like uniformity, categorizing, and ease of accessibility all need to be considered. If you want an in-depth explanation of organizing a closet then click here.
As you can see, there is more to it than just making the space look neat. If you are proficient at organization, then you can find clients who are willing to pay you for your skills.
How much you ask? A professional can expect to earn between $80 and $140 an hour. Most of them offer packages as well. Flat fees for certain organizations, or discounts for organizing multiple things.
Even if you aren’t doing organization professionally, you still may be able to make a couple hundred dollars per closet. This is assuming that you do quality work and have a good reputation.
Going Pro
If you want to go professional with organizing and make a career of it, then you won’t need any certifications, but it would be a good idea to obtain a few. The Board of Certified Professional Organizers (BCPO) is a good certification to get. This one can help build your resume and clientele.
Keep in mind that professional organizers organize more than just closets. You will be organizing entire homes and garages. You may also be drafting up plans to help keep your clients organized long-term. You’ll be offering a complete package of organization.
Final Thoughts
How do you make money organizing closets? Your first step would be to advertise your services and keep records of your work and some testimonials from clients. You can become a professional organizer, but even if you don’t want to make a career of it, then you can still earn some nice side money doing closet organization on the side.
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Based in the Pittsburgh, PA area, Brian holds full-time employment as a Warehouse Manager for an electronics firm. Brian enjoys wealth building, investing, gardening and the great outdoors. Brian holds a B.A. in Environmental Studies from the University of Pittsburgh and an MBA from Robert Morris University.
