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Around the home
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Air
Filters, ventilation, humidity, radon- Air quality monitor (CO2, particles, humidity)
- Monitor linked to Nest, ecobee or your home system
- Best HVAC filter your system handles (ask about a 4-inch cabinet)Promising
- HEPA air purifier in bedroomsStrong evidence
- Kitchen hood vents outside and gets usedStrong evidence
- Gas stove, or a plan to go inductionPromising
- Humidity 30 to 50% (dehumidifier or humidifier)Strong evidence
- Radon tested in the last 2 yearsStrong evidence
- Wildfire smoke-day planStrong evidence
- Fresh-air ventilation (ERV or HRV)Promising
- Fragrance-free: candles, plug-ins, spraysPromising
- HEPA vacuum and damp dustingPromising
- Shoes off at the doorMixed / precautionary
Water
Drinking water and whole-house- Know your water: town report or well test
- Drinking water filter, certified (NSF 53/58)Promising
- Whole-house filtration, licensed plumber installMixed / precautionary
- Shower filter (quick, lower-cost option)Your call
- Lead check: tap test and service line materialStrong evidence
- Well water tested every yearStrong evidence
- Water softener for hard waterYour call
- Glass or steel water bottlesMixed / precautionary
Light
Daylight, evening light, bulbs- Morning daylight: shades up, breakfast by a windowPromising
- Bright light by day where you work and cookPromising
- Dim, warm light for the 3 hours before bedStrong evidence
- Dim amber night path to the bathroomStrong evidence
- Quality LED bulbs: CRI 95+, R9 50+, low flickerMixed / precautionary
- Dim-to-warm bulbs in living rooms and bedroomsPromising
- Dimmers matched to bulbs (no flicker or buzz)Mixed / precautionary
- Incandescent only in open lamps; no halogen torchieresStrong evidence
- Tunable or circadian lightingYour call
Nature
Plants, green views, natural materials- Houseplants you enjoyYour call
- A view of green from where you sit mostPromising
- Daily time outsideStrong evidence
- Open windows when the outdoor air is goodPromising
- Natural materials: wood, wool, linen, cottonYour call
- Fresh flowers or herbs in the kitchenYour call
Sleep
Bedroom, noise and wind-down- Room gets fully dark at nightStrong evidence
- No glowing lights or chargers in viewPromising
- Phones charge outside the bedroomPromising
- A real alarm clock, not the phonePromising
- Cool room at night, about 65 to 68°FPromising
- Fresh air overnight: door ajar, vent or ERVPromising
- Quiet nights: window seals, rugs, white noiseStrong evidence
- Mattress support and age checkPromising
- Mattress and bedding materials (certified foam, latex, organic cotton)Mixed / precautionary
- Washable pillows or pillow protectorsMixed / precautionary
- Sheets and pillowcases washed weekly, hot cycleMixed / precautionary
- A cozy corner: comfy seat, soft light, no screensYour call
- Phone-free first and last 30 minutes of the dayPromising
- A simple breathing or wind-down routinePromising
- Clear entry and bedroom surfacesYour call
- Music or nature sounds you loveYour call
Kitchen & Bath
Cookware, storage, cleaners, soaps- Glass or steel food storageMixed / precautionary
- Stainless, cast iron or carbon steel pansMixed / precautionary
- Replace scratched nonstickMixed / precautionary
- No heating food in plasticMixed / precautionary
- Plastic-free coffee maker (pour-over, glass, steel)Your call
- Steel or glass kettleYour call
- Wood or bamboo cutting boardsMixed / precautionary
- Swap black plastic utensilsMixed / precautionary
- Simple, fragrance-free cleaners (EPA Safer Choice)Promising
- Microfiber cloths over spraysMixed / precautionary
- Fragrance-free detergentMixed / precautionary
- Skip dryer sheets; wool dryer ballsYour call
- Chemicals and paints stored outside living spacePromising
- Bath fan vents outside, runs 20 min after showersStrong evidence
- Fragrance-free and paraben-free productsMixed / precautionary
- Sulfate-free shampoo and soapYour call
- Fabric shower curtain over vinylMixed / precautionary
Workspace
Desk setup, focus and movement- Screen at eye level, about an arm's length awayPromising
- Chair supports your back, feet flatPromising
- Keyboard and mouse at elbow heightPromising
- Desk near daylightPromising
- Sit-stand option or movement breaksPromising
- Fresh air while you work (CO2 under 1,000)Promising
- Quiet: headset, door, soft surfacesYour call
- A dedicated movement cornerYour call
- Large exercise or yoga mat (e.g., Airex)Your call
- Foam roller and recovery toolsYour call
- Sauna or cold plunge interestYour call
Safety
Alarms, first aid, storm and flood- Smoke alarms on every level and in bedrooms, testedStrong evidence
- Carbon monoxide alarm on every floorStrong evidence
- Fire extinguisher in kitchen and garageStrong evidence
- Stocked first aid kit, checked once a yearStrong evidence
- Emergency and Poison Control numbers postedStrong evidence
- Heavy furniture and TVs anchoredStrong evidence
- Water heater set to 120°FStrong evidence
- Dryer vent cleaned yearlyStrong evidence
- Fall-proofing: night lights, grab bars, rugs that stay putStrong evidence
- Know your flood zone and evacuation routeStrong evidence
- Water and food for 3 days; go-bags readyStrong evidence
- Backup power plan; generator 20 ft from the houseStrong evidence
- Leak sensors by sinks, water heater and washerPromising
- Automatic water shutoff valve (plumber install)Promising
- Sump pump with battery backupPromising
- Pre-storm checklist: gutters, yard items, shuttersPromising
- Flood insurance reviewed with your broker
Tech
Devices, screens, Wi-Fi and routines- Family device plan: screen-free meals and bedroomsPromising
- Phones on airplane mode or out of the room at nightPromising
- Wi-Fi router away from bedroomsMixed / precautionary
- Router on a night scheduleMixed / precautionary
- Wired internet for desks and TVsMixed / precautionary
- Kids' tablets: downloaded shows, airplane modeMixed / precautionary
- Baby monitor: wired or audio-only, kept at a distanceMixed / precautionary
- Smart meter location vs. bedroomsMixed / precautionary
- EMF check with a meterMixed / precautionary
- Lights dim and warm at bedtime automaticallyYour call
- Shades open with the morningPromising
- Fan or ERV boosts when CO2 climbsPromising
- Wi-Fi and devices wind down overnightMixed / precautionary
- Quiet hours: notifications off in the eveningPromising
Kids & nursery
Paint, mattresses, furniture, toys- Nursery painted low-VOC and aired out earlyPromising
- Crib mattress: certified low-emissionMixed / precautionary
- Furniture without added flame retardantsPromising
- Fewer soft vinyl toys and teethersMixed / precautionary
Outdoors & garage
Lawn, garage and smoke- Lawn and pest care with fewer pesticidesMixed / precautionary
- Garage: no idling; door to house seals tightPromising
- Grill and fire pit smoke away from windowsYour call
Renovation
Renovation or new build- Low-VOC paints and finishes (GREENGUARD Gold)Strong evidence
- Low-formaldehyde cabinets and wood (NAF/ULEF)Strong evidence
- Ventilation plan: ERV and ducted range hoodStrong evidence
- Flooring: wood, tile or linoleum over vinylMixed / precautionary
- Pre-move-in flush-out and air testPromising
- Induction-ready kitchenPromising
- Whole-house water treatment designed inMixed / precautionary
Records & reminders
Manuals, shutoffs, test results- Manuals, warranties and receipts in one place
- Shutoffs labeled: water, gas, breaker panelPromising
- Reminders for filters, alarms, gutters and tests
- Water, radon and air results kept over time
- Trusted pros list with phone numbers
- Video inventory of belongings for insurance
- Paint colors, bulb types and filter sizes recorded
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