Ep 1. Basement Mess and Bedroom Stress

In season 2 of Hot Mess House, host and organizational expert Cass Aarssen returns to help homeowners tackle clutter and disorganization in their homes. In the first episode, titled "Basement Mess and Bedroom Stress," Cass heads to a house where the basement has become a dumping ground for items that don't have a proper place in the rest of the home.

The homeowners, a busy couple with three kids, have let the basement become overrun with clutter and boxes of items that they haven't been able to tackle on their own. Cass assesses the space and works with the family to come up with a plan to clear out the clutter and create a functional space that can be used for both storage and relaxation.

As they work on the basement, Cass also addresses the couple's struggles with keeping their bedrooms organized. She helps them come up with simple solutions to keep everything in its place, from utilizing storage under the bed to creating an organized system for clothes and accessories.

Throughout the episode, Cass imparts her wisdom and tips for maintaining an organized home, emphasizing the importance of creating designated spaces for items and regularly reassessing belongings to prevent clutter from taking over.

By the end of the episode, the family is left with a clean and organized basement that can be used for storage and as a hangout space, and their bedrooms have been transformed into havens of organization and calm. With Cass's guidance, they've gained the tools they need to maintain their newly organized home and prevent future hot messes from taking over.