Many of us have experienced this problem at some point in our lives: Too many things, too little room and not enough solutions. It doesn’t matter whether clutter is invading the garage, basement or whole house.

It’s time for de-cluttering when stress turns into chaos.

The task of decluttering a large space can seem daunting. Alejandra Costallo, a Washington, D.C.-based professional organizer, advises starting small. Take five minutes each night to clean your bathroom of all makeup, hair accessories, and other products.

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* If you have more time, break de-cluttering projects down into reasonable smaller actionable steps. You can break down tasks into 25-minute pieces using a kitchen clock. You can take a break if the timer runs out or you can move on to something else.

* Got less time? For a day of de-cluttering in your family or office, get together friends. Large spaces, such as sheds and basements, garages, attics, or garages, can be challenging for anyone. Your ability to sort and categorize can be delegated. “team”Encouragement

* Big clutter? The pros will help you. College Hunks Hauling Junk is able to remove heavy furniture and donate items. They can also haul away obsolete electronics. These services are available in very short notice, usually less than 24 hours. This means that your clutter-free life will be much easier.

* Decisions, decisions. It is not easy to decide whether you want to keep or get rid of something. Is the item in good condition? Does the item inspire you? Is it worth the extra cost to own this item?

* Keep it de-cluttered by keeping an eye on it. When you see disorganization returning, address it immediately. Never leave a space empty-handed.

Keep in mind: Don’t allow junk or discarded items to end-up in a landfill. Consider environmentally responsible trash removal. College Hunks recycles, reuses and donates over 60% of the junk it receives.

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