Declutter First, Renovate Smarter: Why We Partner with Cut the Clutter

When most homeowners start thinking about renovating, their minds go straight to the exciting parts; choosing tile, picking paint colours, sketching layouts, and imagining the finished space. But one of the most important steps in any renovation happens long before the design choices and before any demolition begins:

Decluttering.

A clear, organized space sets the stage for a renovation that feels smooth, intentional, and as stress-free as possible. And that’s why we’re proud to partner with Cut the Clutter, a local professional home organization company led by Sonia Kucharonok.

Together, we help homeowners move from overwhelmed → organized → renovated → refreshed.

Why Decluttering Matters Before a Renovation

Renovations are exciting, but they also come with dust, movement, materials, tools, and teams moving in and out of your home. When a space starts off cluttered, every part of the renovation becomes harder than it needs to be.

Decluttering before a renovation helps:

• Shorten timelines, fewer obstacles = faster workflow

• Reduce stress, your essentials are sorted, stored, and easy to find

• Protect your belongings, nothing gets misplaced, broken, or buried under materials

• Clarify your vision, when the room is clear, homeowners make better design decisions

It’s not about having a “perfect” home before work begins, it’s about creating space for the transformation.

Meet Cut the Clutter

Cut the Clutter is a professional organizing company serving homeowners across the Fraser Valley. Sonia’s approach is supportive, non-judgmental, and practical, not just “putting things in pretty bins,” but helping people make decisions about what they own, why they keep it, and how their home should support their lifestyle.

Her team helps with:

• Full-home decluttering

• Organizing specific rooms (kitchens, bathrooms, basements, closets)

• Storage planning

• Preparing for renovations or moving

What we love most about Sonia’s work is how calm she makes the process feel. Clients often tell us, “I finally feel like I can breathe again.”

The Declutter → Renovate Workflow (How We Work Together)

Here’s how our partnership supports homeowners:

Step 1: Clear + Prepare
Cut the Clutter helps you sort what stays, what goes, and where your essentials will live during the renovation.

Step 2: Design + Plan
With the space clear, our team at 1364 helps you choose finishes, layout, materials, and fixtures without distraction.

Step 3: Renovate + Transform
We step in to complete the renovation; efficiently, cleanly, and with transparent communication every step of the way.

Step 4: Put the Space Back Together
Once the renovation is complete, Sonia can return to help organize the renewed space so everything has a place, and stays that way.

The result isn’t just a new room. It’s a fresh start.

Signs It Might Be Time to Declutter Before Renovating

You do not need to be “messy” to benefit from professional organizing. Many homeowners simply feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin.

You may benefit from decluttering first if you’re thinking:

• “I don’t even know where to start.”

• “I can’t picture what the space could be.”

• “I want a new kitchen, but every cupboard is full.”

• “We’re renovating, but we have nowhere to move things while work is happening.”

You’re not alone; these are exactly the moments where professional support makes the biggest difference.

Why We Recommend Cut the Clutter

We choose our partners intentionally, not just based on reputation, but on shared values.

Like us, Cut the Clutter believes in:

• Kindness and care in every step

• Clear communication with homeowners

• Respecting the emotional side of home improvement

• Solutions designed for real life, not just aesthetics

We trust Sonia and her team not just with spaces, but with the people inside them.

Your Home, With Room to Grow

A renovation isn’t just about new tiles or fresh paint. It’s about how your home feels and how it supports your life.

Decluttering makes space for beauty.
Renovation brings beauty into the space.

Together, they create lasting change.

Ready to Start Your Home Transformation?

If you’re feeling ready for a refresh, even if you’re not sure where to begin, we’re here to help guide the process.

Start with Sonia at Cut the Clutter to create a calm, clear foundation.
Then we’ll take it from there to build the space you’ve been imagining.

Visit Cut the Clutter: www.cuttheclutter.ca
Explore our renovation work: www.1364renovations.com

Together, we’ll help you go from decluttered → designed → beautifully renovated.