Posted by Marie on November 16, 2008
Recently, a relocating couple asked me to take care of their cat during the moving process. For work reasons, they were moving out to the east coast. While movers were going to take care of the larger furniture pieces, this couple was still going to drive a rental truck out to their new place themselves.
It wouldn’t have been safe or comfortable for the cat to go along. So the kitty stayed here in the Chicago area until they could make a return trip to get her.
This family was able to make these arrangements because they trusted Detour Services. By doing it this way, they were able to take advantage of some cost-cutting options while at the same time, they looked after the health and well-being of their cat.
Are you facing a similar situation? Contact us for a free consultation today!
Posted by Marie on October 29, 2008
Do you need help switching out your closets? As the weather turns, we all start preparing our families for the colder winter months.
But sometimes, the task is harder than it seems like it should be. Where are those brand new gloves from last year? Perhaps a young one has outgrown those sweaters?
A personal concierge service like Detour Services can help you prepare and get organized. Because of our versatility, we’re able to help in ways that are more complete than other professionals. We can do any or all of the following:
- Rearrange and organize your closets. Detour Services is a proud member of the National Association of Professional Organizers.
- Transport the items you wish to donate and return with a receipt.
- Arrange for the sale of other items online, in a garage sale, or through resale shops.
- Search online for the best new purchase bargains.
- Do the buying for you. Wouldn’t it be great to try out clothing in the comfort of your own home?
- Return unwanted merchandise.
Save yourself the headaches and hassles of this busy time of year. Call Detour Services to see how we can make your life so much easier.
Posted by Marie on September 25, 2008
Do you know any brand new parents? It is a major lifestyle change. Sure they could use another blanket or another case of formula, but for a gift—how about giving them something they could really use?
Detour Services offers discounted service hour packages that make great presents. Imagine telling the new parents that they can always have a full fridge for the next few weeks or that their bathroom is going to stay clean. Perhaps they will choose to make sure that all their bills will actually go out before the deadline.
A gift package will let the adjusting parents decide where they could use the most help. Click here to see the options available.
Posted by Marie on September 7, 2008
Many professional organizers and personal assistants have warehouse shopping club memberships. We all know the cost-saving benefits of buying in bulk and at wholesale prices.
Why not ask your assistant if he/she has a membership? Perhaps a warehouse shopping trip is one of his/her offered services.
That three pound box of cereal is going to save you several future shopping trips and however many cents per pound. Another great thing about shopping with your assistant is—you have someone to help you carry all that stuff home.
Posted by Marie on September 4, 2008
Grocery shopping is one of the most requested tasks for a personal assistant. It’s also one of the most confusing for the client. Here is an easy way to use an errands service effectively.
- Create a list of weekly purchases. (bread, milk, apples, etc.)
- Create a list of monthly purchases and another one for bi-monthly purchases. (shampoo, dog food, laundry detergent, etc.)
- For each item, decide if a certain brand name is important to you or if cost is the major factor.
- Keep a blank list in a convenient place, such as on the refrigerator. As you run low of a certain thing or if you realize that a particular item is going to be needed, jot it down.
- Provide the regular list to your errands runner. On a weekly basis, supplement it with the extra list.
After the initial effort, your grocery needs will be fulfilled easily and with minimal work from you.
