Jenni Harvey is a thirty-eight year old single woman and aspiring photographer who's home is overwhelmed with memorabilia of those in her life who have passed away. After a series of family tragedies, Jenni inherited and moved into her grandfather's home. Unable to let go of any of his belongings, Jenni has been buried under a mountain of clutter that threatened her ability to function.

From the outside, California couple Tim and Laurie Kelly and their three young children appear like any normal, happy family. Behind closed doors, the state of their cluttered home threatens Tim and Laurie's marriage—and their family life.