In the world, every object has a destined duty. Which it has to perform it in its lifetime. Feng Shui believes that things ought to be in good repair and state and able to do their duty.
A door has to open properly, a plant has to took good and appliances should be in working condition. If they do not perform, it was not just considered things out of shape or place. These were often considered as indicators of a bigger undercurrent of bad energies prevailing.
Windows and doors should not have cracks and should open without hassle or creaks. The glass should be transparent it is meant to be that.
The floor should not be chipped, dirty or the carpet torn. Curtains and upholstery should not be dirty or torn.
Flowers in vases wilt and cause bad energies. Rather than use wilting flowers, you may even use plastic life-like flowers as they evoke the same energies.
Taps that drip constantly are indicative of energies that are leaking. Leaking energy causes wasteful expenditure and sickness. Remember water is equated with money in almost all the cultures of the world.
Bulbs that have burnt out must be replaced. All electrical appliances should be checked for working conditions. Beds should be checked for working conditions.
Clean up cobwebs and paint walls regularly. Walls bounce off the energy and greatly affect is movement. Any problems with the walls can affect energy flow.