When it comes to home improvement, we all have our own opinions about the best furniture, paint colors, and fixes to spruce up a house, and most of us have the tools we need to do all the basic home-repair tasks. But as we’re putting together a happy and healthy home, it’s easy to forget a few essential items that all houses should have. Consult this checklist to make sure your home has all the things it needs.


1. Smoke detector: Safety always comes first. Make sure your home has up-to-date smoke detectors that are well placed and have functioning batteries. If you can get a smoke detector that doubles as a carbon monoxide detector, all the better.

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