STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A single mother and homecare nurse, Jackie McCaig, 29, is proud to call herself a “garbage picker” and “clean freak.” And that’s because those character traits have led her to open two new businesses within the last six months.
With Purely Cleaning & Organization Co., McCaig offers all types of cleaning and decluttering services, from bedrooms and basements, to garages and attics. Her second business, purelyDistressed, allows McCaig to turn old furniture into new “treasures.”
“I began [decluttering] as a hobby, and once I began making money off of it, I realized this was going to be the best way to provide a comfortable life for my boys,” said McCaig. “For the furniture business, I’m a big Facebook Marketplace and thrift store shopper. I am also a garbage picker. I drive around on Thursday nights when people throw away their furniture, and I find great, real wood furniture.”
With Purely Cleaning & Organization Co., Jackie McCaig offers all types of cleaning and decluttering services, from bedrooms and basements, to garages and attics. (Courtesy of Jackie McCaig)
PURELY CLEANING & ORGANIZATION CO.
McCaig offers all types of cleaning services to those who need help decluttering
“I have a lot of clients who are hoarders who don’t know where to start, or what to do. And they just know they’re tired of living this chaotic lifestyle, and they need somebody to force them to get rid of things,” she said.
Picture is an example of Purely Cleaning & Organization Company’s organizational projects.” (Courtesy of Jackie McCaig)
In addition to decluttering and organizing, she is also available for “move-ins and move-outs,” to help pack and rid homes of unused items.
“There is no job too big or too small for me. … I have prices available for weekly, biweekly and monthly clients,” she said. “Helping others succeed in the things they need help with inspires me. … I feel as if I am sharing an instilled gift with…
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