When I moved into a 150 year old farmhouse in January my uncle recommended I ask Paul, who goes to our church, to help with the renovations. We have done everything from pulling out carpet and putting down wood floor, to uninstalling and then installing a bathroom vanity. He has put in a wood burning stove, repaired a true travesty of a drywall ceiling job to the point that you can't even tell it was messed up...fixed the hole in my roof overhang that a woodpecker was about to become very comfortable in. Every time he has come over he has been on time, and usually brings something he found that he thinks might help with my next project. I haven't even listed all the projects we have tackled but he can really do pretty much anything and his rate is extremely reasonable. More importantly, he is the kind of guy who would and did actually stop by and plow my driveway without me even knowing when the snow was deep, and the kind of person it's an actual pleasure to be around all day. Hire him. Recommend him to your friends. He is truly a talented and good hearted person and I'm grateful to have him working with me and as a friend.Read More
Organizing, Simplifying, Transforming
ABOUT US
A Renewed Perspective (ARP) was born in 2012 from an immense love for organizing and space planning but even more-so from a greater passion for helping others. Its mission is much like that of a counselor who helps people see past their surface issues to the deeper problems in order to live a more peaceful, healthier and productive life: We are here to help people see past the clutter and chaos that disrupts everyday life leaving you frantic, frustrated and stressed out to a space and place that is relaxing, clean and just makes sense. More times than not the individual eye or thought process just cannot see past the surface issue of a poorly planned space, system or disorganization because it is so overwhelming one cannot even conceive starting; They simply don’t know where to begin. Sometimes it just takes a different perspective and new methods that fit into an individual’s lifestyle to get them on the track to easy living and that’s where we come in.
Jamie, the founder and owner, takes a systematic approach to each situation that identifies an individual’s needs and wants then providing solutions and methods to help organize and maintain them. While she feels that there are basic rules of thumb that work for all cases the bigger belief is that it is important to be sensitive to a client’s wishes and do what is comfortable and workable for them: What works for one or many does not necessarily work for all. Aware that money is hard earned she also strives to provide the best solutions at the least cost necessary and is familiar to working with budgets of all sizes. Carrying a fervor and joy for helping others she jokingly refers to her passion for organizing as a “sickness”, because who else would get excited about being in a mess”!
Her interest in interior decorating and rejuvenating people’s spaces began in high school and as these projects were worked on the need for organizing became more apparent. Having a natural talent and ability for organizing and space planning she not only lives it out in her daily life but has helped many individuals and non-profits to get organized, function more efficiently and/or spruce up a space just for the delight of the task. After years of assisting others, a concentrated effort helping her church after it’s relocation, and at the encouragement of many Jamie decided to join her experience as a professional, her passion for helping others, and her love for decorating and organizing into her own company, A Renewed Perspective.
The story, however, does not end there! After relocating to Michigan and re-establishing as ARP Organizing & More, her husband Paul decided to join the business bringing with him talents that offered a wider variety of value added services. Paul, A Journeyman Machinist by trade, is a precision craftsman in everything that he puts his hand to with a high attention to detail. He began learning and applying home improvement skills in
2005 while renovating and restoring his own home and has been helping people with their own projects ever since. He takes pride in a job well done, but what he does not take are shortcuts!
We are here to help you organize, simplify and transform your living or work spaces. Whether you need a more efficient office, upgraded interiors, want to redecorate; or perhaps you are just tired of the frantic mornings, frustration of trying to find what you need and coming home to a smothered or outdated space, we are here for you.
Please contact us for a free consultation.
** ARP Organizing & More is an insured and boded company.
SERVICES
Organizing & Space Planning
We offer organizing and/or space planning services for residential and businesses alike. Any room or space you can think of we do! Bedrooms, bathrooms, living and dining spaces, playrooms, kitchens, closets, basements, barns, garages, crafting areas, work spaces, and offices. We can work right along with you or solo helping you sort, purge, and downsize creating a space you can breathe in again. If you need a dumpster scheduled, donations dropped off or a sale organized we can do that too!
Paper Management & File Systems
There is nothing worse than losing an important document all together or having to sift through piles or an unorganized file system to find what you need. A home or business does not run efficiently on a poor system. We can take your paper mountains and stuffed drawers and turn them into a functioning, efficient file system; whether you prefer to keep hard copies or prefer a new soft copy system. Likewise we can create an efficient soft copy system for your computer files and your email in-boxes. No more hours lost searching!
Handyman Services
If you need it done chances are we can do it! Paul is a “Jack of all trades” when it comes to fixing, installing, building, maintaining, troubleshooting, planting, etc... Most consultations can be done via phone, however some may need to be seen on-site for a more accurate estimate. If we can't do it we probably know someone who can!
Interior Decorating & Renovating
Whether you want to do a little sprucing up by adding some new décor, curtains, accent painting or cabinet hardware, or you want to "go big" and install new flooring, back splashes, trim, etc. give us a call. Whether you are upgrading for your own pleasure, or to sell your home, we are here to meet your interior home improvement needs.
Home Staging
When you are selling, people want to see the space they will be purchasing and the possibilities therein. A clean, well arranged home tends to sell faster than a cluttered, messy space. Unlike a larger service that may
require furniture & décor rental we offer a generally more affordable solution. Our staging services use what is already in your home. We can offer an in home consultation earmarking items that you should remove from your spaces and advise on furniture placement, or we can do the work for you: whatever suits your budget. We can also do light staging if that is preferred. While you are at it you may also like to utilize our handyman or renovating services for any repairs or sprucing up of your home before it is listed.
AREAS
Bancroft, Haslett, Laingsburg, Morrice, Okemos, Perry, Shaftsburg, Williamston, Owosso, Flushing, Howell, Brighton, Durand, Greater Lansing Area, Fenton, Chesaning, Outside 30 mile service area for extra charges.
TESTIMONIALS
Frank and Sherry Hoffman
Paul did a couple weeks of various jobs for us. He was very pleasant to work with and he had a servants heart. Willing to do anything you asked with a great attitude. He never complained, made it to work each day at the times he said and went above and beyond to make sure the job was done correctly. Very conscientious with each task. If you are looking for an excellent handy man we recommend Paul. And would hire him again,Read More
Houzz User
Jamie is amazing in her visions for organizing and purging. She brought new perspectives to my living environments that made my home flow more smoothly and efficiently. This was a long-term project and I'm so grateful to have found her. Thanks Jamie!Read More
Houzz User
Jamie was such a huge help to organize my life! She is so efficient, has great ideas, and helped to make our home more organized and peaceful. She is very professional and reasonably priced. She is worth every penny!Read More
Houzz User
Our family had moved from a large house into a two bedroom apartment, and we were overwhelmed with clutter! Too many things and not enough space! Jamie was a Godsend. She offered many great space-saving ideas, and then worked hard to put them in place. She has great energy and is easy to work with. I would highly recommend her. Since she helped us to get organized, we are once again happy to walk into our home! Jamie really knows her stuff, and the price is great!Read More
Houzz User
Jamie Edmiston was the right choice for our office organizational needs. We showed her our disorganized mess and she turned it into a functional operation. We appreciate her efficient work and will use her again when the need arises!Read More
Houzz User
A Renewed Perspective has worked on several projects for us including our youth game room at our church. She assisted in designing, painting and setting up the floor plan. It was a great success and everyone loves it; kids, youth and the adults. A.R.P. also set up our safety evacuation plan, file organization, space planning of our offices and used her organizational skills in our storage units. On each project I have been completely satisfied. She did an excellent job, was always punctual, and offered excellent rates for each project that we have hired her for. I'm happy to recommend the services of A Renewed Perspective anytime.Read More
Houzz User
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! What you have done for me and my family has been amazing. I love that I can now walk into my home and know where things are, without having to go on a hunt for them. I also appreciated how professional and respectful you were to my needs and desires; even though I know I must have driven you crazy with my indecisions at times. For anyone that is on the fence about hiring a personal organizer…just go for it. A Renewed Perspective has made my life so much easier and helped to reduce some of the stress in my life.Read More