To some, a home is never complete until it is furnished and decorated to their liking. They even hire professionals to help them achieve the finished look. But if, for you, comfort and livability are more about function than beauty, then these small home improvements are perfect. And there’s no need to call on the handyman. Here's how you can do 12 simple fixes for your home with help from Henri and Beema Villar, contractors from a company previously named Roberto Villar, Inc.

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(First published in Good Housekeeping Magazine as "Little Fixes" in October 2009; adapted for use in Female Network)