We are expanding our services to the Milwaukee area! We will continue to serve the Kansas City area as well (see our separate Thumbtack profile).
We help families and individuals reclaim their space! Whether it’s reclaiming it from stuff that has accumulated or you need help making home life run more efficiently. Each project is personalized to you and your family. We want to help you feel at peace in your own space!
Services include decluttering, whether it's one space or the ENTIRE house (including garages & basements), downsizing, prep to move and unpacking services (custom services as appropriate).
NOTE: cancellations less than 24 hours in advance will be charged a $50 fee. The rate is $50/hr per Organizer and we have a 4 hour minimum. Travel fees will apply for outer areas of the Milwaukee Metro.
Overview
Hired 33 times
Background checked
2 employees
6 years in business
Business hours
SunClosedMon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
Top Pro status
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2025
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Services offered
Type of home organizing service
Space planning
Storage advice
Removal of unwanted items
Paper management
Areas needing organization
Closets
Bedrooms
Kitchen
In-home office
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and professionalism.
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Sonia G.
Aug 8, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Loved working with Karen organizing our home. Already had made a HUGE difference in the feel of our house. Plan to hire again for more work soon!
Details: Space planning • Storage advice • Removal of unwanted items • Paper management • Closets • Bedrooms • Kitchen • In-home office • 500 - 1,000 sq ft • Moderately organized
Home Organizing
Cristina S.
Jul 20, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
I recently hired Karen to organize my kitchen cabinets and help with decluttering, and the experience exceeded all my expectations. From start to finish, her service was absolutely amazing.
What impressed me most was how convenient and stress-free the entire process was. I didn’t have to spend time figuring out what organizational systems I needed, measuring spaces, or making multiple trips to stores to find the right containers. Karen came fully prepared with a comprehensive selection of different types and sizes of organizers and containers, taking all the guesswork out of the equation.
The transformation of my kitchen cabinets is remarkable. Everything now has a logical, designated place that actually makes sense. The new organization system is intuitive and easy to maintain, which has made such a difference in our daily routine. As an added bonus, Karen took away all the clutter we no longer needed - what a relief!
Her expertise really shows in the final result. The cabinets are not only organized but designed in a way that we can actually maintain the system long-term. This wasn’t just a temporary fix but a sustainable solution.
I would absolutely recommend Karen’s services to anyone looking for professional organization help, and I will definitely be using her services again for other areas of my home. If you’re on the fence about hiring a professional organizer, don’t hesitate - the peace of mind and functionality you’ll gain is worth every penny.
Details: Space planning • Kitchen • Garage • 1,000 - 1,500 sq ft • Moderately organized
Home Organizing
Nadi S.
Jun 19, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Having Karen assist my daughter in organizing her bedroom and playroom was an absolute delight. Karen displayed remarkable professionalism and efficiency throughout the process. Not only did she tackle the clutter with impressive speed, but she also engaged wonderfully with my 10-year-old, making the experience enjoyable and interactive. Together, they transformed the spaces into inviting and functional areas that my daughter now loves.
Details: Space planning • Paper management • Storage advice • Removal of unwanted items • Closets • Bedrooms • Less than 500 sq ft • Moderately organized
Home Organizing
JJ J.
Feb 19, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Our family has worked with a number of professional organizers and HomeOrganizing Solutions-MKE was by far the best for the fairest price! (Wish there was a 6 rating)
HOS-MKE has a complete system Including supplies and partners for total decluttering, organizing purging, donating, and storage of household items in any spaces in your home.
Karen did a phenomenal job and is a very kind hearted professional, organizing expert! In just two days, she helped transform and organize our cluttered garage plus an office and family records!
We absolutely recommend Karen and HOS – MKE to any one in the greater Milwaukee area who wants to transform their spaces!
Details: Storage advice • Removal of unwanted items • Garage • Storage area • 500 - 1,000 sq ft • Unorganized
Home Organizing
Elisabeth O.
Jan 13, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Karen was a godsend! She worked with my son, a single dad, and his girls, to get their bedrooms and bathrooms in order. She was cheerful, proactive, professional, and positive. She has transformed their space and I’m sure reduced the overall stress in their home. Thank you, Karen!
Details: Storage advice • Removal of unwanted items • Bedrooms • Less than 500 sq ft • Very unorganized
Home Organizing
Credentials
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Karen Garcia Murphree
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I am always willing to take life situations into consideration when working out a pricing plan. There may be a travel fee for towns further out from the Milwaukee Metro area.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We begin with a complimentary Assessment to discuss your needs and goals. This can be done over the phone, via video call or in-person in your home. This usually takes about 20-45 minutes. For decluttering projects, we'll schedule our first session and hit the ground running. When we start an organizing/space planning project, we work together to make sure we have a plan to make your space work better for you and your family!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have spent most of my life organizing and optimizing! Making spaces and routines more efficient has been a life-long passion. Before becoming a professional organizer, most of my career was spent in the corporate world as an administrative professional and most recently, a continuous improvement project specialist and project manager. Organizing is really just Continous Improvement for the Home!
