Some projects begin with surprises. When we met Lisa at her storage unit in Yarmouth, we knew she wanted to downsize, but what we found was a unit that told a much bigger story.
Lisa had been renting a 15x25 unit — the same size as a one-car garage — packed completely full from floor to ceiling. Because of the density of the boxes and furniture, it was nearly impossible to know what was inside until we began the process. Her trust company wanted to help her transition into a smaller, more affordable unit, and Lisa herself wanted the chance to go through her belongings while she continues her journey in transitional living.
Our team — Kimberly and Debby, Team Peace Professional Organizers, along with Julie, our owner and lead organizer — met with Lisa, her care providers, and the storage facility staff with a clear set of goals:
Begin sorting through the tightly packed unit, one box at a time.
Identify categories of items Lisa felt most attached to.
Consolidate all “keep” items into a nearby smaller unit.
Arrange for professional disposal of unwanted and unsalvageable items.
Handle removal in a way that felt supportive and efficient.
The Work
Once we began, it became clear that many stored items had been damaged — after three years in non–climate-controlled storage, much was moldy or unusable. To help with the heavy lifting, we partnered with Garbage Gone, whose strong workers carefully removed and unscrambled the large pieces one by one.
As each item came out, Lisa made the decision: keep or let go. Kimberly and Debby provided steady encouragement, while Julie coordinated logistics. The Garbage Gone crew was patient and efficient, giving Lisa time while still keeping the process moving. Because Lisa stayed engaged the whole session, we were able to accomplish a major transformation in just one day.
The Result
Everything Lisa chose to keep now fits neatly into the smaller 10x15 unit, which is easier to manage, cleaner, and far more accessible. Downsizing from her old garage-sized unit also saves her $300 per month in rental costs — a meaningful financial relief.
Most importantly, Lisa now has clarity about what she actually owns and has preserved the items most important to her. The overwhelming, floor-to-ceiling storage space is gone, replaced with an organized unit that reflects her priorities today.
✅ Before & After Impact:
One-car–sized, packed unit ➝ a right-sized, organized 10x15 unit
Overwhelming unknown ➝ clarity and intentional decisions
$300/month expense ➝ monthly savings and peace of mind
Could This Be You?
If you’re facing a storage unit that feels impossible to tackle — whether it’s downsizing, consolidating, or simply finding clarity — we can help. Peaceful Place Organizers specializes in compassionate, efficient solutions that bring peace of mind.
👉 Contact us today to start your own transformation.
Project Credits
Kimberly & Debby – Team Peace Professional Organizers: 12 hours total
Garbage Gone - disposal hauling support