By Mariette Mifflin
Question: What is a Robot Vacuum?
What is a robot vacuum and can it replace a canister or upright vacuum cleaner?
Answer: No, although robot vacuums are very convenient rug and floor cleaners, they do not have the suction and performance power of an upright or canister model, and cannot perform a regular deep cleaning of your carpet.
These tiny little robots are powerful hands-free, battery charged, rug and floor sweepers, that have been engineered to seek out and pick up the dirt, lint, sand and dust that lies on your floor and carpet surface. A 'glorified' carpet sweeper that works independently, while you do more important things.
With remote capabilities, these vacs are a real benefit for people who have mobility problems. For the person who has a very hectic daily schedule, you could take comfort from knowing your home is being 'swept' while you're out driving the children to their sporting events. They even work to eliminate low-lying floor dust and allergens to help allergy sufferers.
Care and maintenance of these little robots is quite simple. Filter and brush replacements when required; emptying the dust bin after each use, and checking your unit for trapped debris which can hinder performance.
You can't beat the convenience features that come with some models, or are available for purchase separately. Things like a scheduler - so it can clean while you're out; remote - so no bending required; a hanger or wall-mount for storage convenience; a self-charging base - to look after the power factor; and virtual walls - to confine it to one area.
The price range of robotic vacuums is quite wide and is influenced by special features, technology and accessories. If you're shopping for one, take time to ensure that it has all the options you really want. A packaged deal may be more economical, than a lower priced unit plus several must-have accessories.
Sending the robot out to do the sweeping once a day, can really cut down on your housework. You'll still need to do a good vacuuming regularly, so don't retire your canister or upright, but these little robotic gems can sure keep those dust bunnies in check.
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Save Money on a Vacuum Cleaner
By Sarah Aguirre
Pick Your Options:
A lot of the bells and whistles of the expensive vacuum cleaners, aren't really necessary. Self-propelled motors may sound nice until you realize that that feature adds a lot of weight to what you have to lug around. Do you really need dirt detectors, headlamps, and to different attachments? Pare down your ideal vacuum to what you really need, and you can save a lot of money.
Buy Refurbished or Used:
If you want to purchase a vacuum cleaner on a budget, one way to do it is by considering a refurbished or a used model.
Refurbished vacuum cleaners are often available through retailers with the same warranty that a new vacuum cleaner would provide. Used vacuum cleaners may be available at reputable vacuum shops at a reduced price and with at least a small warranty. This is a great option for those willing to take a small risk on a reputable brand.
Buy A Model Down:
Vacuum manufacturers are always coming out with new models with extra features. You may be able to find a new vacuum cleaner that is last year's model. Retailers will clear out older models at a discount to make room for the newest vacuum cleaners available. Many of these models have the great cleaning power of the newer models minus a few bells and whistles.
Choose Bagged Budget :
If you need to choose a budget brand or model and air quality is an issue, try choosing bagged over bagless vacuums. Bagless budget vacuum cleaners are, in general, better for air quality than bagless budget vacuums. If you need to worry about allergies or breathing problems then considering a bagged model will be your best bet. Even though the bags may have some cost, the air quality of your home will be better.
Pick Your Options:
A lot of the bells and whistles of the expensive vacuum cleaners, aren't really necessary. Self-propelled motors may sound nice until you realize that that feature adds a lot of weight to what you have to lug around. Do you really need dirt detectors, headlamps, and to different attachments? Pare down your ideal vacuum to what you really need, and you can save a lot of money.
Buy Refurbished or Used:
If you want to purchase a vacuum cleaner on a budget, one way to do it is by considering a refurbished or a used model.
Refurbished vacuum cleaners are often available through retailers with the same warranty that a new vacuum cleaner would provide. Used vacuum cleaners may be available at reputable vacuum shops at a reduced price and with at least a small warranty. This is a great option for those willing to take a small risk on a reputable brand.
Buy A Model Down:
Vacuum manufacturers are always coming out with new models with extra features. You may be able to find a new vacuum cleaner that is last year's model. Retailers will clear out older models at a discount to make room for the newest vacuum cleaners available. Many of these models have the great cleaning power of the newer models minus a few bells and whistles.
Choose Bagged Budget :
If you need to choose a budget brand or model and air quality is an issue, try choosing bagged over bagless vacuums. Bagless budget vacuum cleaners are, in general, better for air quality than bagless budget vacuums. If you need to worry about allergies or breathing problems then considering a bagged model will be your best bet. Even though the bags may have some cost, the air quality of your home will be better.
Before You Buy an Upright Vacuum Cleaner
Buying the right upright vacuum cleaner for your individual needs is an important and expensive decision. Vacuums come with many different options and advantages, and it can become confusing finding just the right vacuum for your needs. Here are some of the more common options to consider before purchasing a vacuum cleaner.
Amps
Amps refers to the power of the motor, and range from 3.6 to 12. In general, the higher the amp rating, the more suction the vacuum cleaner will have and the more it will cost.
Bag or Bagless
Traditionally, most vacuum cleaners come with cardboard bags to collect the dust and dirt. Today, more and more vacuums are bagless, containing a cylinder that collects the dust and is emptied after vacuuming. The advantages are that you don't have to purchase bags and the ease of emptying.
* Top Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaners
* Review - Eureka The Boss Lite
* Review - Fantom Fury -Bagless
Filters
Many vacuum cleaners have some form of filtration that helps capture fine particles. Filtration ranges from micron filters to true-HEPA filters, which are said to offer the best filtration. In general, a true-HEPA filter will increase the cost of the cleaner.
Attachments
Most upright vacuum cleaners come with some onboard cleaning attachments. Although an upright's attachments will generally not clean as well as a canister type vacuum, you will want to compare the attachments available and flexible hose length if applicable.
* Top Canister Vacuums
Edge Cleaning
This is another factor to consider before purchasing your vacuum cleaner. Vacuums that can pick up dirt under the entire area of the cleaning head are more useful for cleaning wall-to-wall carpeting.
Amps
Amps refers to the power of the motor, and range from 3.6 to 12. In general, the higher the amp rating, the more suction the vacuum cleaner will have and the more it will cost.
Bag or Bagless
Traditionally, most vacuum cleaners come with cardboard bags to collect the dust and dirt. Today, more and more vacuums are bagless, containing a cylinder that collects the dust and is emptied after vacuuming. The advantages are that you don't have to purchase bags and the ease of emptying.
* Top Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaners
* Review - Eureka The Boss Lite
* Review - Fantom Fury -Bagless
Filters
Many vacuum cleaners have some form of filtration that helps capture fine particles. Filtration ranges from micron filters to true-HEPA filters, which are said to offer the best filtration. In general, a true-HEPA filter will increase the cost of the cleaner.
Attachments
Most upright vacuum cleaners come with some onboard cleaning attachments. Although an upright's attachments will generally not clean as well as a canister type vacuum, you will want to compare the attachments available and flexible hose length if applicable.
* Top Canister Vacuums
Edge Cleaning
This is another factor to consider before purchasing your vacuum cleaner. Vacuums that can pick up dirt under the entire area of the cleaning head are more useful for cleaning wall-to-wall carpeting.
Miele HealthyClean(TM) Anti-Allergen Vacuum Available Exclusively From Best Vacuum, Inc.
The Miele HealthyClean(TM) , a new HEPA canister vacuum cleaner that includes the most asked-for anti-allergen features in a value-priced package, is now available exclusively from Best Vacuum, both online at BestVacuum.com and at the retailer's Lincoln Park Chicago store.
"We asked our customers what they wanted in an anti-allergen vacuum cleaner," said Paul Teven, Best Vacuum president. "Then we went to Miele and worked with them to create a package that not only offered this unique combination of features, but did it at an affordable price."
At just $499, The Miele HealthyClean(TM) delivers terrific value, with its combination of odor-reducing Active HEPA filtration, combination floor tool for carpeting and hard surface flooring, variable suction and five cleaning tools, including a mattress tool and a universal brush with long, soft bristles ideal for cleaning shelves, lamp shades and delicate surfaces.
Being a Miele vacuum , the Best Vacuum-exclusive HealthyClean vacuum is lightweight and quiet, yet still powerful with its 1200-watt Vortex Motor System. With a six-position dial suction control, you can choose the right amount of power for the job at hand.
For allergy sufferers, the Miele HealthyClean's active HEPA filter not only captures and retains tiny, lung-damaging particles, including dust mite feces and pollen. It also uses an activated charcoal filter to absorb odors. Combined with the Miele Sealed System construction, virtually no allergens or dirt leave the Miele HealthyClean vacuum to re-enter the air you breathe.
The Miele HealthyClean also features the new Hyclean dustbag. The Hyclean bag not only provides additional filtration, but also includes a self-closing collar that automatically seals the bag as soon as the dust compartment lid is opened, so changing bags is as clean as it is easy.
Accessories with the Miele HealthyClean vacuum include a natural bristle dusting brush, upholstery nozzle and crevice tool, as well as the mattress tool and universal brush. An optional turbobrush is available for enhanced carpet cleaning.
The Miele HealthyClean canister vacuum cleaner is available only from Best Vacuum, online at BestVacuum.com or from its storefront in Chicago's Lincoln Park, 2646 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614. Phone orders also are accepted toll-free at 888 205-3228.
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"We asked our customers what they wanted in an anti-allergen vacuum cleaner," said Paul Teven, Best Vacuum president. "Then we went to Miele and worked with them to create a package that not only offered this unique combination of features, but did it at an affordable price."
At just $499, The Miele HealthyClean(TM) delivers terrific value, with its combination of odor-reducing Active HEPA filtration, combination floor tool for carpeting and hard surface flooring, variable suction and five cleaning tools, including a mattress tool and a universal brush with long, soft bristles ideal for cleaning shelves, lamp shades and delicate surfaces.
Being a Miele vacuum , the Best Vacuum-exclusive HealthyClean vacuum is lightweight and quiet, yet still powerful with its 1200-watt Vortex Motor System. With a six-position dial suction control, you can choose the right amount of power for the job at hand.
For allergy sufferers, the Miele HealthyClean's active HEPA filter not only captures and retains tiny, lung-damaging particles, including dust mite feces and pollen. It also uses an activated charcoal filter to absorb odors. Combined with the Miele Sealed System construction, virtually no allergens or dirt leave the Miele HealthyClean vacuum to re-enter the air you breathe.
The Miele HealthyClean also features the new Hyclean dustbag. The Hyclean bag not only provides additional filtration, but also includes a self-closing collar that automatically seals the bag as soon as the dust compartment lid is opened, so changing bags is as clean as it is easy.
Accessories with the Miele HealthyClean vacuum include a natural bristle dusting brush, upholstery nozzle and crevice tool, as well as the mattress tool and universal brush. An optional turbobrush is available for enhanced carpet cleaning.
The Miele HealthyClean canister vacuum cleaner is available only from Best Vacuum, online at BestVacuum.com or from its storefront in Chicago's Lincoln Park, 2646 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614. Phone orders also are accepted toll-free at 888 205-3228.
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Va-va-vacuum! Lighter, greener, faster and more powerful than ever - the latest vacuum cleaners will bust your dust in no time
Miele S7260 Cat & Dog [pounds sterling]299
House-proud pet owners will love this machine, which ruthlessly sucks up cat and dog hair, while also removing a high percentage of dust and allergens in the air. It has a large 4.7ltr dust bag and an 11.3m cable, so you don't have to keep stopping to unplug it as you move from room. Verdict Efficient hair removal. Contact www.miele.co.uk
Hoover Silent Energy [pounds sterling]179.99
The latest generation of Hoover cylinder machines addresses the problem with many cleaners - they make too much noise. Switching to silent energy mode means energy use is halved and the machine purrs along at an acceptable 72dB. The 6m cord length is a little restricting though. Verdict Quiet. Contact www.hoover.co.uk
Dyson DC31 [pounds sterling]129.99
With its macho looks and its claim to have the 'fastest motor in the world', this might just get the boys to start cleaning. It only has ten minutes of battery life at full pelt, though. Verdict Fast and efficient for quick clean-ups. Contact www.dyson.co.uk
Samsung Big Neo SC8442 [pounds sterling]78.49
Hold on to your rugs because this light (5.8kg) bagless vacuum has remarkable suction power. Its HEPA 11 filter also makes it good for allergy sufferers. Verdict Good value. Contact www.samsung.com
House-proud pet owners will love this machine, which ruthlessly sucks up cat and dog hair, while also removing a high percentage of dust and allergens in the air. It has a large 4.7ltr dust bag and an 11.3m cable, so you don't have to keep stopping to unplug it as you move from room. Verdict Efficient hair removal. Contact www.miele.co.uk
Hoover Silent Energy [pounds sterling]179.99
The latest generation of Hoover cylinder machines addresses the problem with many cleaners - they make too much noise. Switching to silent energy mode means energy use is halved and the machine purrs along at an acceptable 72dB. The 6m cord length is a little restricting though. Verdict Quiet. Contact www.hoover.co.uk
Dyson DC31 [pounds sterling]129.99
With its macho looks and its claim to have the 'fastest motor in the world', this might just get the boys to start cleaning. It only has ten minutes of battery life at full pelt, though. Verdict Fast and efficient for quick clean-ups. Contact www.dyson.co.uk
Samsung Big Neo SC8442 [pounds sterling]78.49
Hold on to your rugs because this light (5.8kg) bagless vacuum has remarkable suction power. Its HEPA 11 filter also makes it good for allergy sufferers. Verdict Good value. Contact www.samsung.com
How to choose the right and upright Vacuum cleaner
by Ilan Cohen
Another company that has some great products that be ordered online is DysonVacuumUpright. It gives you the details of all the products that are manufactured by the company and also gives an inventory of other brands like Bosch, Dirt Devil, Hoover, Miele, pro team, royal, etc. The best quality vacuum cleaners are showcased by them that offer the best price.
The Dyson Vacuum upright has the features and advantages of a 12 gallon collection tank. It has 6.5 hp single stage motor and the cord is a 20ft power cord. There are also the ultra web cartridge filter and collector filter bag to collect the dust in fine powder form as well. It is fixed on four casters and is ready for any work. The tools that go with it are stored in on-board tool storage. The tools that are incorporated are crevice tool nozzle with squeegee and brush insert and a claw nozzle.
Another item displayed on the website is Eureka LightForce 300 Upright Bagless Vacuum. It is a lightweight Vacuum cleaner that weighs less than 17 pounds. Due to its light weight it is very easy to handle and it can go to any space so there is no dirt. The weight of this vacuum cleaner is less than 17 pounds. It easily goes to all the space where dirt lingers. The motor of this vacuum cleaner is strong and it has a 12-amp motor. The Telescopic Self-Cleaning Duster gets to up high places to capture dust from delicate surfaces.
The Dyson DC17AA Asthma & Allergy Upright HEPA Vacuum Cleaner is the world's most efficient cyclone technology having constant suction system. It has very high grade pick-up with unique cleaner head and motorized brush bar to get best average pick-up on all types of floors. It has been certified as asthma and allergy friendly.
Another company that has some great products that be ordered online is DysonVacuumUpright. It gives you the details of all the products that are manufactured by the company and also gives an inventory of other brands like Bosch, Dirt Devil, Hoover, Miele, pro team, royal, etc. The best quality vacuum cleaners are showcased by them that offer the best price.
The Dyson Vacuum upright has the features and advantages of a 12 gallon collection tank. It has 6.5 hp single stage motor and the cord is a 20ft power cord. There are also the ultra web cartridge filter and collector filter bag to collect the dust in fine powder form as well. It is fixed on four casters and is ready for any work. The tools that go with it are stored in on-board tool storage. The tools that are incorporated are crevice tool nozzle with squeegee and brush insert and a claw nozzle.
Another item displayed on the website is Eureka LightForce 300 Upright Bagless Vacuum. It is a lightweight Vacuum cleaner that weighs less than 17 pounds. Due to its light weight it is very easy to handle and it can go to any space so there is no dirt. The weight of this vacuum cleaner is less than 17 pounds. It easily goes to all the space where dirt lingers. The motor of this vacuum cleaner is strong and it has a 12-amp motor. The Telescopic Self-Cleaning Duster gets to up high places to capture dust from delicate surfaces.
The Dyson DC17AA Asthma & Allergy Upright HEPA Vacuum Cleaner is the world's most efficient cyclone technology having constant suction system. It has very high grade pick-up with unique cleaner head and motorized brush bar to get best average pick-up on all types of floors. It has been certified as asthma and allergy friendly.
The Latest Vacuum Cleaner Technology
by Allen Roberts
Vacuum cleaners may be seen as a stodgy old appliance that does not change much, but there have been advancements in the last several years that make vacuuming easier and more enjoyable as well as more effective. The most innovative changes have come from Dyson. Today's vacuums run cleaner than those in the past (less dust in the air), and are more powerful to grab pet hair and dirt that older vacuums could not pull out of a carpet.
Bagless Upright Vacuums - Many of the newest vacuums are bagless. This means that you do not have to buy bags. With a bagless vacuum, you empty the dirt and dust directly into into your trash can and you are ready to go. This innovation has been available for quite a while. The latest bagless vacuums allow you to empty your dirt container with the press of a button (so you don't have to handle the dirt). Dyson Bagless Vacuums empty at the bottom of the dirt container for easy disposal.
Sealed Canister Vacuums - Miele bagged canister vacuums are sealed to prevent dust from escaping, and have self sealing bags that close up when removed from the vacuum, eliminating your having to be exposed to the dust and dirt in those bags.
Ball Upright Vacuums - This is the latest type of vacuum which was introduced by Dyson. Instead of wheels, the Dyson uses a ball in the front of the vacuum making it much more maneuverable than traditional vacuums. To our knowledge, only Dyson has this type of vacuum.
Quiet Vacuums - Most vacuums are pretty loud and can scare pets. Electrolux makes an ultra quiet canister model, the EL6985a. Miele's entire line of canister models are sealed and made for quiet performance.
Cyclonic Vacuums - This technology (available on all Dyson uprights) separates the dirt and debris from the air before it meets the filter. This keeps the filter from clogging. Clogged filters are a big problem, especially when dealing with pet hair. Cyclonic vacuums can be more powerful since an unclogged filter allows for more suction.
Direct Drive Motors - Most upright vacuums have one motor that drives the compressor for suction, and with a belt drives the beater bar. Using a separate motor for the brush makes the vacuum beltless, so you don't need to replace belts. Many Dyson vacuums are beltless.
Hepa Filtration - Many vacuums have Hepa filters which get rid of dirt and dust out of the exhaust air. Many older vacs spew out dirt and dust in the air when vacuuming. This feature is important for allergy sufferers and those that don't want to inhale what was in the rug.
Dirt Sensor - Some vacuums have a dirt sensor that detects when the vacuum is no longer picking up dirt, so you know when to move on to another area of the carpet.
As you can see there are many new features of vacuums to consider. You need to determine which technologies are important to you before choosing the best vacuum for your needs. Reading reviews of these vacuums can give you an idea of how others have used them in real world situations. Low end vacuums usually do not have many of these advanced features.
Vacuum cleaners may be seen as a stodgy old appliance that does not change much, but there have been advancements in the last several years that make vacuuming easier and more enjoyable as well as more effective. The most innovative changes have come from Dyson. Today's vacuums run cleaner than those in the past (less dust in the air), and are more powerful to grab pet hair and dirt that older vacuums could not pull out of a carpet.
Bagless Upright Vacuums - Many of the newest vacuums are bagless. This means that you do not have to buy bags. With a bagless vacuum, you empty the dirt and dust directly into into your trash can and you are ready to go. This innovation has been available for quite a while. The latest bagless vacuums allow you to empty your dirt container with the press of a button (so you don't have to handle the dirt). Dyson Bagless Vacuums empty at the bottom of the dirt container for easy disposal.
Sealed Canister Vacuums - Miele bagged canister vacuums are sealed to prevent dust from escaping, and have self sealing bags that close up when removed from the vacuum, eliminating your having to be exposed to the dust and dirt in those bags.
Ball Upright Vacuums - This is the latest type of vacuum which was introduced by Dyson. Instead of wheels, the Dyson uses a ball in the front of the vacuum making it much more maneuverable than traditional vacuums. To our knowledge, only Dyson has this type of vacuum.
Quiet Vacuums - Most vacuums are pretty loud and can scare pets. Electrolux makes an ultra quiet canister model, the EL6985a. Miele's entire line of canister models are sealed and made for quiet performance.
Cyclonic Vacuums - This technology (available on all Dyson uprights) separates the dirt and debris from the air before it meets the filter. This keeps the filter from clogging. Clogged filters are a big problem, especially when dealing with pet hair. Cyclonic vacuums can be more powerful since an unclogged filter allows for more suction.
Direct Drive Motors - Most upright vacuums have one motor that drives the compressor for suction, and with a belt drives the beater bar. Using a separate motor for the brush makes the vacuum beltless, so you don't need to replace belts. Many Dyson vacuums are beltless.
Hepa Filtration - Many vacuums have Hepa filters which get rid of dirt and dust out of the exhaust air. Many older vacs spew out dirt and dust in the air when vacuuming. This feature is important for allergy sufferers and those that don't want to inhale what was in the rug.
Dirt Sensor - Some vacuums have a dirt sensor that detects when the vacuum is no longer picking up dirt, so you know when to move on to another area of the carpet.
As you can see there are many new features of vacuums to consider. You need to determine which technologies are important to you before choosing the best vacuum for your needs. Reading reviews of these vacuums can give you an idea of how others have used them in real world situations. Low end vacuums usually do not have many of these advanced features.
Tips to Choose Right Vacuum Cleaner Bags
by Ken M
Vacuum cleaners have simplified lives to a great extent. You need not worry about extensive and tiring cleaning process, when you have a vacuum cleaner. Basically, there are two different categories in which vacuum cleaners can be defined: one with bags or the bag less. A bagged vacuum cleaner comes with a bag in which all the dirt gets accumulated when you clean. This bag needs to be replaced periodically. You may be confused as to how you can choose the best vacuum cleaner bags. No matter which brand you are using like Electrolux, Sanyo or Miele, you can shop for vacuum accessories on the Internet. Here are a few tips to the right vacuum cleaner bags:
Some vacuum cleaners have indicators to suggest that the dirt bag has become full. The ones that do not have indicators need to be checked for the bag status. Vacuum cleaner bags are inexpensive and are easily available. When you purchase a vacuum cleaner, it is best to ask the merchant about the availability of the vacuum accessories. You are recommended to use the same brand of vacuum cleaner accessories as that of your cleaner.
The size of the vacuum cleaner bags must be compatible with your cleaner. Check on the model number and size of the disposable bags prior to making a purchase. Wrong size purchase will be a misfit for your machine. Buying from the company store helps you to get the perfect spares for your cleaner and that too at a genuine price. Contact the local supplier through their hotline numbers and you can have your purchase delivered at your doorstep. Most electronic gadgets come with their service center numbers on their guarantee cards.
You can choose to buy vacuum cleaner bags in quantity. The cleaners are used on a regular basis. When you buy in bulk, you can avail discount from the merchant on the purchase of bags as well as accessories. Keep a tab on the offers floated by the product company from time to time. You can buy spares as well as vacuum belts during the offer period to make some great savings. Compare the prices online to see which merchant offers you the best deal. A little research helps in buying the same product at a reasonable price.
Vacuum cleaner bags are generally denoted with the letters "A" or "E". Once you know which letter denoted the type of bag compatible to your cleaner, shopping for it becomes easier. You can even shop for specially designed bags which traps allergens. These accessories are however a little expensive. It is advised that you select a product with hepa vacuum filters in case you have any asthmatic person at home. These filters help in removing soot, pollen from air.
Apart from the vacuum cleaner bags, you must even check the vacuum belts periodically. Little maintenance adds to the life of the cleaning machine.
Now you know that buying disposable bags for your vacuum cleaner is not a Herculean task. You can put a scented sachet in the vacuum cleaner bag, and it will work like a room freshener!
Vacuum cleaners have simplified lives to a great extent. You need not worry about extensive and tiring cleaning process, when you have a vacuum cleaner. Basically, there are two different categories in which vacuum cleaners can be defined: one with bags or the bag less. A bagged vacuum cleaner comes with a bag in which all the dirt gets accumulated when you clean. This bag needs to be replaced periodically. You may be confused as to how you can choose the best vacuum cleaner bags. No matter which brand you are using like Electrolux, Sanyo or Miele, you can shop for vacuum accessories on the Internet. Here are a few tips to the right vacuum cleaner bags:
Some vacuum cleaners have indicators to suggest that the dirt bag has become full. The ones that do not have indicators need to be checked for the bag status. Vacuum cleaner bags are inexpensive and are easily available. When you purchase a vacuum cleaner, it is best to ask the merchant about the availability of the vacuum accessories. You are recommended to use the same brand of vacuum cleaner accessories as that of your cleaner.
The size of the vacuum cleaner bags must be compatible with your cleaner. Check on the model number and size of the disposable bags prior to making a purchase. Wrong size purchase will be a misfit for your machine. Buying from the company store helps you to get the perfect spares for your cleaner and that too at a genuine price. Contact the local supplier through their hotline numbers and you can have your purchase delivered at your doorstep. Most electronic gadgets come with their service center numbers on their guarantee cards.
You can choose to buy vacuum cleaner bags in quantity. The cleaners are used on a regular basis. When you buy in bulk, you can avail discount from the merchant on the purchase of bags as well as accessories. Keep a tab on the offers floated by the product company from time to time. You can buy spares as well as vacuum belts during the offer period to make some great savings. Compare the prices online to see which merchant offers you the best deal. A little research helps in buying the same product at a reasonable price.
Vacuum cleaner bags are generally denoted with the letters "A" or "E". Once you know which letter denoted the type of bag compatible to your cleaner, shopping for it becomes easier. You can even shop for specially designed bags which traps allergens. These accessories are however a little expensive. It is advised that you select a product with hepa vacuum filters in case you have any asthmatic person at home. These filters help in removing soot, pollen from air.
Apart from the vacuum cleaner bags, you must even check the vacuum belts periodically. Little maintenance adds to the life of the cleaning machine.
Now you know that buying disposable bags for your vacuum cleaner is not a Herculean task. You can put a scented sachet in the vacuum cleaner bag, and it will work like a room freshener!
The truth about vacuum cleaners
by Mary Thompson
The major criteria involved with choosing a canister vacuum cleaner is what floor surfaces you plan to clean versus the power of the vacuum. Almost all canister vacuum cleaners offer 3 choices of tools for the surfaces of floors: 1. A bare floor hard plastic brush that's about 10" - 12" wide with soft bristles. 2. Turbo brush that features a spinning drum roller with harder bristles. 3. A power head brush that is similar to the turbo brush although it is powered by a seperate motor.
Both the turbo brush and power head brush vacuums have a spinning drum roller with bristles that resemble that of an upright vacuum cleaner. While the brushes look and perform pretty much the same, the power head brush vacuum has a smaller seperate motor that turns the brush on the bottom of it, therefore making it more powerful and much more aggressive than the turbo type brush that is turned by the flow of air being pulled past it.
These types of brushes will snap the fibers of the carpet and allow the air to get beneath the dirt particles. If you can't get air to go under these particles, then you won't be able to suck them out, regardless of how much suction power you are able to apply with a vacuum cleaner.
When you purchase a turbo or power head vacuum cleaner to be used primarily on carpet surfaces, you'll also receive a brush for bare floors as well that is perfect for areas without carpet.
The rule of thumb as to which model of vacuum cleaner you should choose is: 1. The bare floor model of canister vacuum cleaners are perfect for smooth surfaces with no expectation of having rugs or carpeting. The best choices for bare floor vacuum cleaners include Eureka Oxygen 6992 and the Miele Solaris Canister. 2. Turbo types of canister vacuum cleaners are best for scatter rugs and low pile wall to wall type carpeting. The best picks here are the EIO family vacuum cleaner, the Miele Solaris, and the Sebo Turbo canister vacuum cleaner. 3. The power head brush types of vacuum cleaners are great for wall to wall carpeting and very important if you deal with pet hair. The best picks here include the Sebo Canister 3.1, the Miele Silver Moon, and the Eureka Oxygen 6996.
Some of the other important features for canister vacuum cleaners include reliability, purchase price, HEPA filter and sealed unit, the cost of replacement filters and bags, weight, storage and quality of tools, control locations, noise, adjustable wand, retractable cord, ease of changing attachments, bag change indicator, filter change indicator, swivel hose, and other extra features such as dirt alerts.
Almost all canister vacuums are similar in size, offer similar radiuses of cleaning, and come with the same tool attachments.
You can learn about all the different types of vacuums cleaners that are available very easily with the quick and ease of the internet. Simply go to consumer reports vacuums to learn more.
The major criteria involved with choosing a canister vacuum cleaner is what floor surfaces you plan to clean versus the power of the vacuum. Almost all canister vacuum cleaners offer 3 choices of tools for the surfaces of floors: 1. A bare floor hard plastic brush that's about 10" - 12" wide with soft bristles. 2. Turbo brush that features a spinning drum roller with harder bristles. 3. A power head brush that is similar to the turbo brush although it is powered by a seperate motor.
Both the turbo brush and power head brush vacuums have a spinning drum roller with bristles that resemble that of an upright vacuum cleaner. While the brushes look and perform pretty much the same, the power head brush vacuum has a smaller seperate motor that turns the brush on the bottom of it, therefore making it more powerful and much more aggressive than the turbo type brush that is turned by the flow of air being pulled past it.
These types of brushes will snap the fibers of the carpet and allow the air to get beneath the dirt particles. If you can't get air to go under these particles, then you won't be able to suck them out, regardless of how much suction power you are able to apply with a vacuum cleaner.
When you purchase a turbo or power head vacuum cleaner to be used primarily on carpet surfaces, you'll also receive a brush for bare floors as well that is perfect for areas without carpet.
The rule of thumb as to which model of vacuum cleaner you should choose is: 1. The bare floor model of canister vacuum cleaners are perfect for smooth surfaces with no expectation of having rugs or carpeting. The best choices for bare floor vacuum cleaners include Eureka Oxygen 6992 and the Miele Solaris Canister. 2. Turbo types of canister vacuum cleaners are best for scatter rugs and low pile wall to wall type carpeting. The best picks here are the EIO family vacuum cleaner, the Miele Solaris, and the Sebo Turbo canister vacuum cleaner. 3. The power head brush types of vacuum cleaners are great for wall to wall carpeting and very important if you deal with pet hair. The best picks here include the Sebo Canister 3.1, the Miele Silver Moon, and the Eureka Oxygen 6996.
Some of the other important features for canister vacuum cleaners include reliability, purchase price, HEPA filter and sealed unit, the cost of replacement filters and bags, weight, storage and quality of tools, control locations, noise, adjustable wand, retractable cord, ease of changing attachments, bag change indicator, filter change indicator, swivel hose, and other extra features such as dirt alerts.
Almost all canister vacuums are similar in size, offer similar radiuses of cleaning, and come with the same tool attachments.
You can learn about all the different types of vacuums cleaners that are available very easily with the quick and ease of the internet. Simply go to consumer reports vacuums to learn more.
Make an Informed Decision - 4 Things to Look For When Shopping For a New Vacuum
By Lillian James
Wondering How To Choose a Vacuum?
Hopefully these tips will make your vacuum purchase smoother. Let's begin...
1. Suction Power and Airflow. Suction power is important when picking out the best vacuum since suction helps determine how much dirt is likely to be picked up when cleaning. Picture this, you buy a new vacuum cleaner that looks nice and is a reasonable price. However, when you go to operate it you notice that you are constantly running the vacuum over the same spot but those little dust balls aren't going anywhere. Well now you're stuck with a new vacuum cleaner with no vacuum suction power. Money wasted.
However, suction is not the only factor that's important. Airflow is just as important to actually carry the dirt away. If the vacuum is great at sucking up dirt, but has poor airflow then the dirt still isn't going to budge because there is no power to move it. You need a good balance of both to have an effective vacuum cleaner.
How do you determine suction strength and airflow? Consumer reviews are always helpful and are your best bet in getting first hand user opinions to find out if a vacuum has good suction power. We've found that some of the best vacuums with great suction power include the Miele S2412 Polaris canister vacuum and the Bissell Cleanview Helix upright vacuum.
2. Size. Big and bulky or small and compact. Which do you prefer? Some consumers may mistake the size of the vacuum with how effective the vacuum cleans. Good thing is this is far from true. Manufacturers have been consistently reducing the size of vacuums in recent years, opting for more lightweight and easy to maneuver vacs. Size is also important when you're dealing with smaller spaces, making a lightweight vacuum ideal. New design and technology has made these smaller vacuums just as effective, and sometimes more effective, than larger vacuums.
3. Bag or Bag less. If you think back a few years, vacuums with bags was the standard but bagless vacuums have become very popular in recent years. Vacuums without bags work by sucking up dirt and debris then depositing that debris into a cup. The cup or dirt bin is then removed and emptied in the garbage for disposal.
This brings concern to some consumers who worry about dust being released back into the air when emptying the dirt bin versus a bag that collects the dirt and is disposed of without exposing the debris to air. Bagless vacuums have also been marketed as money savers since there is no need to purchase new bags over time however, you still have to purchase effective filters that will catch small particles which brings us to tip number 4.
4. Filters. Filters are extremely important to keep in mind because they help determine how much debris is actually being put back into the air while vacuuming. There are a few different technologies being used and HEPA is one of the best. True HEPA technology ensures top of the line filtration and is used in hospital settings. The best HEPA filters catch 99% of particles and are ideal for consumers suffering from allergies or asthma. These filters have become extremely popular and are used in many vacuums today but are not the standard. You will typically find them in higher priced vacuums such as Hoover, Dyson and Miele. The filters also need to be changed at least once a year with some of the more expensive HEPA vacuum filters costing $60 - $100.
These are just a few factors to keep in mind when choosing the best vacuum for your usage. Others factors include noise level, the type of attachments included, and the type of floor the vacuum will be used on. Having this information available before making a purchase will help you make the best informed decision to buy the most effective vacuum for your needs.
Get more consumer reviews and find the perfect vacuum at Ratings for Vacuum Cleaners. We cover styles like canister vacuums, hand-held vacuums, bagless vacuums including brands such as Dyson, Miele, Hoover, Dirt Devil, Roomba and more!
Wondering How To Choose a Vacuum?
Hopefully these tips will make your vacuum purchase smoother. Let's begin...
1. Suction Power and Airflow. Suction power is important when picking out the best vacuum since suction helps determine how much dirt is likely to be picked up when cleaning. Picture this, you buy a new vacuum cleaner that looks nice and is a reasonable price. However, when you go to operate it you notice that you are constantly running the vacuum over the same spot but those little dust balls aren't going anywhere. Well now you're stuck with a new vacuum cleaner with no vacuum suction power. Money wasted.
However, suction is not the only factor that's important. Airflow is just as important to actually carry the dirt away. If the vacuum is great at sucking up dirt, but has poor airflow then the dirt still isn't going to budge because there is no power to move it. You need a good balance of both to have an effective vacuum cleaner.
How do you determine suction strength and airflow? Consumer reviews are always helpful and are your best bet in getting first hand user opinions to find out if a vacuum has good suction power. We've found that some of the best vacuums with great suction power include the Miele S2412 Polaris canister vacuum and the Bissell Cleanview Helix upright vacuum.
2. Size. Big and bulky or small and compact. Which do you prefer? Some consumers may mistake the size of the vacuum with how effective the vacuum cleans. Good thing is this is far from true. Manufacturers have been consistently reducing the size of vacuums in recent years, opting for more lightweight and easy to maneuver vacs. Size is also important when you're dealing with smaller spaces, making a lightweight vacuum ideal. New design and technology has made these smaller vacuums just as effective, and sometimes more effective, than larger vacuums.
3. Bag or Bag less. If you think back a few years, vacuums with bags was the standard but bagless vacuums have become very popular in recent years. Vacuums without bags work by sucking up dirt and debris then depositing that debris into a cup. The cup or dirt bin is then removed and emptied in the garbage for disposal.
This brings concern to some consumers who worry about dust being released back into the air when emptying the dirt bin versus a bag that collects the dirt and is disposed of without exposing the debris to air. Bagless vacuums have also been marketed as money savers since there is no need to purchase new bags over time however, you still have to purchase effective filters that will catch small particles which brings us to tip number 4.
4. Filters. Filters are extremely important to keep in mind because they help determine how much debris is actually being put back into the air while vacuuming. There are a few different technologies being used and HEPA is one of the best. True HEPA technology ensures top of the line filtration and is used in hospital settings. The best HEPA filters catch 99% of particles and are ideal for consumers suffering from allergies or asthma. These filters have become extremely popular and are used in many vacuums today but are not the standard. You will typically find them in higher priced vacuums such as Hoover, Dyson and Miele. The filters also need to be changed at least once a year with some of the more expensive HEPA vacuum filters costing $60 - $100.
These are just a few factors to keep in mind when choosing the best vacuum for your usage. Others factors include noise level, the type of attachments included, and the type of floor the vacuum will be used on. Having this information available before making a purchase will help you make the best informed decision to buy the most effective vacuum for your needs.
Get more consumer reviews and find the perfect vacuum at Ratings for Vacuum Cleaners. We cover styles like canister vacuums, hand-held vacuums, bagless vacuums including brands such as Dyson, Miele, Hoover, Dirt Devil, Roomba and more!
Need a Vacuum For Pet Hair? Look No Further
By Hugh G. Wang
There are many pet owners around the world, and for good reason. Pets are lovable animals, that for many, are like their own children. However, like children, pets need to be cleaned up after, and often it is much more burdensome than just picking up toys. Pets leave all kinds of hair and dander all over your carpet and floors, creating potential problems with allergies and asthma. Thus, it is absolutely critical that one cleans up as effectively as possible after their pet. Cleaning up after a pet is easier said than done, as pet hair and dander is not exactly an easy pickup, requiring you to have a vacuum cleaner that is best suited for such a job. Choosing what vacuum cleaner you need to most effectively clean up your pet hair, and make breathing easier again is not an easy task, as there many vacuums on the market.
While some provide attachments dedicated to cleaning pet hair, they may not be as effective as they claim. The first thing that any pet owner should consider when shopping for a vacuum is that in general, upright vacuum cleaners are more effective in getting the job done. Their motorized heads, turbobrushes, or electrobrushes are specifically designed to cater to the clean up of pet dander.
Of all the models on the market, there are a few that you should consider, which are the Dyson DC14 and DC15 Animal, and the Miele TT5000 Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner for Cats and Dogs. While the Miele is a cylinder vacuum, it does have the necessary brushes needed to effectively clean cat and dog dander. The Dyson model has received excellent reviews, particularly from those with pets. These three models have been highly recommended by both experts and consumers alike, making their purchase a no brainer.
One of the great things about the Miele vacuum is that they have two turbo brushes, which is what causes pet hair to be removed without issues. The Miele is moderately expensive, but worth every penny if you have an animal in the house. The Dyson uses a mini turbine head, which makes the clean up of pet hair a very simple task.
With so many vacuum cleaners on the market, it is understandable that most consumers get frustrated, and just pick up whatever is on sale. However, why would anybody spend money on something that doesn't even get the job done. That is why it is important to consider your needs, and if you have pets, you should definitely get either the Dyson or the Miele vacuum.
Hugh G. Wang is a licensed cleaner that has specialized in the art of house and commercial cleaning for 48 years. He highly recommends the use of a Panasonic Vacuum. He also encourages clients to use a HEPA Air Cleaner in their home and business.
There are many pet owners around the world, and for good reason. Pets are lovable animals, that for many, are like their own children. However, like children, pets need to be cleaned up after, and often it is much more burdensome than just picking up toys. Pets leave all kinds of hair and dander all over your carpet and floors, creating potential problems with allergies and asthma. Thus, it is absolutely critical that one cleans up as effectively as possible after their pet. Cleaning up after a pet is easier said than done, as pet hair and dander is not exactly an easy pickup, requiring you to have a vacuum cleaner that is best suited for such a job. Choosing what vacuum cleaner you need to most effectively clean up your pet hair, and make breathing easier again is not an easy task, as there many vacuums on the market.
While some provide attachments dedicated to cleaning pet hair, they may not be as effective as they claim. The first thing that any pet owner should consider when shopping for a vacuum is that in general, upright vacuum cleaners are more effective in getting the job done. Their motorized heads, turbobrushes, or electrobrushes are specifically designed to cater to the clean up of pet dander.
Of all the models on the market, there are a few that you should consider, which are the Dyson DC14 and DC15 Animal, and the Miele TT5000 Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner for Cats and Dogs. While the Miele is a cylinder vacuum, it does have the necessary brushes needed to effectively clean cat and dog dander. The Dyson model has received excellent reviews, particularly from those with pets. These three models have been highly recommended by both experts and consumers alike, making their purchase a no brainer.
One of the great things about the Miele vacuum is that they have two turbo brushes, which is what causes pet hair to be removed without issues. The Miele is moderately expensive, but worth every penny if you have an animal in the house. The Dyson uses a mini turbine head, which makes the clean up of pet hair a very simple task.
With so many vacuum cleaners on the market, it is understandable that most consumers get frustrated, and just pick up whatever is on sale. However, why would anybody spend money on something that doesn't even get the job done. That is why it is important to consider your needs, and if you have pets, you should definitely get either the Dyson or the Miele vacuum.
Hugh G. Wang is a licensed cleaner that has specialized in the art of house and commercial cleaning for 48 years. He highly recommends the use of a Panasonic Vacuum. He also encourages clients to use a HEPA Air Cleaner in their home and business.
10 Essential Accessories For Your Miele Vacuum Cleaner
By M James
If you've got a Miele Vacuum Cleaner, then you're bound to be impressed with it's performance and ease of use. These cylinder vacuum cleaners really are very handy.
Here are 10 essentials to make your Miele Vacuum Cleaner even more useful around the home.
1. By keeping an adequate number of Miele Bags at home, you'll make sure that you never run out, and that you'll always have an empty bag, no matter what the cleaning job is.
2. Your Miele filter will need replacing according to the manufacturer's recommendations. Why not keep at least one spare filter at home, so that your Miele vacuum cleaner will always be able to work at its best.
3. Why not buy a micro cleaning set for cleaning delicate items such as keyboards and hi fi systems? Instead of just moving the dust around with a duster, you can actually get rid of properly with your vacuum cleaner. This helps to keep sensitive equipment clean, and working properly.
4. You might want additional brushes for cleaning stubborn carpets, or those areas that have a tendency to get dirty quickly.
5. What about a car cleaning kit for making sure that you vehicle interior is as clean as your home? You'll be able to get to all those hard to reach places, and save a fortune on valeting.
6. If you have pets, then you'll want to get rid of all the pet hair, and so a pet tool will be just the job. These brushes are much stiffer and will remove those hard to remove hairs.
7. A longer hose can make cleaning your home easier too. You won't have to move your Miele around the much, and so it will take less time to clean your home.
8. A crevice tool is vital for cleaning those hard to reach places such as along the skirting board, and the stairs. Why not see where else you can use your crevice tool?
9. An upholstery tool allows you to clean the furniture properly, and means that you don't have to use the same brushes on your sofa as your floor.
10. How could extension tubes help you clean your home? Because they are rigid, they're ideal for high up places like the top of curtains and ceilings, and for getting rid of any cobwebs.
Now you know more about the tools and accessories available, why not see how you can get more out of your Miele Vacuum Cleaner.
Discover a wide range of Miele Vacuum Cleaner Parts, Tools and Accessories to help you clean even more of your home, better and quicker. Chose from Miele Bags, Hoses, Filters, Brushes and all the other things you need for your Miele Vacuum Cleaner
If you've got a Miele Vacuum Cleaner, then you're bound to be impressed with it's performance and ease of use. These cylinder vacuum cleaners really are very handy.
Here are 10 essentials to make your Miele Vacuum Cleaner even more useful around the home.
1. By keeping an adequate number of Miele Bags at home, you'll make sure that you never run out, and that you'll always have an empty bag, no matter what the cleaning job is.
2. Your Miele filter will need replacing according to the manufacturer's recommendations. Why not keep at least one spare filter at home, so that your Miele vacuum cleaner will always be able to work at its best.
3. Why not buy a micro cleaning set for cleaning delicate items such as keyboards and hi fi systems? Instead of just moving the dust around with a duster, you can actually get rid of properly with your vacuum cleaner. This helps to keep sensitive equipment clean, and working properly.
4. You might want additional brushes for cleaning stubborn carpets, or those areas that have a tendency to get dirty quickly.
5. What about a car cleaning kit for making sure that you vehicle interior is as clean as your home? You'll be able to get to all those hard to reach places, and save a fortune on valeting.
6. If you have pets, then you'll want to get rid of all the pet hair, and so a pet tool will be just the job. These brushes are much stiffer and will remove those hard to remove hairs.
7. A longer hose can make cleaning your home easier too. You won't have to move your Miele around the much, and so it will take less time to clean your home.
8. A crevice tool is vital for cleaning those hard to reach places such as along the skirting board, and the stairs. Why not see where else you can use your crevice tool?
9. An upholstery tool allows you to clean the furniture properly, and means that you don't have to use the same brushes on your sofa as your floor.
10. How could extension tubes help you clean your home? Because they are rigid, they're ideal for high up places like the top of curtains and ceilings, and for getting rid of any cobwebs.
Now you know more about the tools and accessories available, why not see how you can get more out of your Miele Vacuum Cleaner.
Discover a wide range of Miele Vacuum Cleaner Parts, Tools and Accessories to help you clean even more of your home, better and quicker. Chose from Miele Bags, Hoses, Filters, Brushes and all the other things you need for your Miele Vacuum Cleaner
Choosing a Carpet Cleaning Machine
By Taf Baig
When I was given this task to write about how you go about choosing the right machine for your operations, I thought to myself "this is going to be boring." As I started thinking about it more and more I thought it should really be told in a story form. It would keep it interesting and more people could relate with it. So, I set out to write a short story about my 19 years and how I went about choosing and at times stumbling into finding machines.
After graduation from college with a Bachelors in Marketing, I was faced with a widespread recession. I managed to get a job and start saving for that business I thought I would run one day. Seven months into the job, living with my wife and a roommate in a one bedroom apartment, I managed to save $5,000.00 to start a business.
Back then, there was no Internet. I practically lived in the library researching what kind of business I could start with the little money that I had saved up. There aren't that many businesses that you can start with the amount of money that I had. Somehow, I narrowed it down to carpet cleaning.
It was really hard back then to get good advice. Today, I would just type in "carpet cleaning supply" on the Internet and 1000's of results would come up. I knew that I couldn't really buy a machine that cost more than I had saved up, so I started looking locally for suggestions.
With a little research and a prod from my wife, "if you're going to do it, then you might as well do it now," I picked a portable machine for around $3,200.00 and was on my way. Luckily, the machine came with supplies and I had some money still left over for marketing.
I want to keep the focus of this article towards carpet cleaning machines, so I won't go into too many tangents that are otherwise important but not the focus of this article. I used the machine for a few years and learned a lot more about machines. I learned why truck mounts were better. Mostly better because of the speed they provided the user.
About two to three years into my cleaning career, I started to do two to three jobs a day. I found I was working twelve hour days very often. One night I was cleaning the carpets of a sugar factory. It wasn't inside the factory, but the adjacent offices where the employees desks and offices were. From the sugar combined with dirt this wasn't a dream job as you can imagine. It took all weekend to clean what should have taken me a few hours. The results were also not to my liking. So the following Monday I called a salesperson from a local carpet cleaning supply store that was trying to sell truck-mounts to me for a while.
I totally trusted the company and their salesperson. That week, the salesperson came out to my house and did a demonstration. I was impressed with the quality and the speed. For some reason, people had "brainwashed" me to believe that truck-mounts that use hot water extraction, or "steam cleaning" in layman's terms, over-wet the carpet and that the carpet could get damaged. None of this was true. I could now see myself working less while making the same amount of money. So, I signed on the dotted line and agreed to lease the machine for 60 months for $370.00 a month.
My sales literally exploded after a few months of ownership. I was doing more jobs, I was able to hire help and pay the help well. Within a few months I agreed to lease another unit and in another few years I had five truck-mounted carpet cleaning machines and fourteen employees.
Besides the machines there were other things going right for me as well. My first child was on the way and this gave me a lot more determination to succeed and my Bachelors in Marketing was also a great asset.
Since I decided to write this article in an unconventional way, by telling a story rather then listing pros and cons, I'll let you draw your own conclusions from my story.
Please feel free to contact me at www.MagicWandCompany.com with any questions you may have.
I started a carpet cleaning business right after graduating from College. Having a Marketing degree was helpful in growing my business and I quickly built it up to a multiple truck operation. In August of 1998 we opened an online store for carpet cleaning chemicals, machines and accessories. It was the first store on the internet that used the now popular shopping cart format. Besides that, I learned about Chemistry and became an IICRC Instructor. One thing led to another and here I am 19 years later. Our carpet cleaning supply website is http://www.MagicWandCompany.com.
When I was given this task to write about how you go about choosing the right machine for your operations, I thought to myself "this is going to be boring." As I started thinking about it more and more I thought it should really be told in a story form. It would keep it interesting and more people could relate with it. So, I set out to write a short story about my 19 years and how I went about choosing and at times stumbling into finding machines.
After graduation from college with a Bachelors in Marketing, I was faced with a widespread recession. I managed to get a job and start saving for that business I thought I would run one day. Seven months into the job, living with my wife and a roommate in a one bedroom apartment, I managed to save $5,000.00 to start a business.
Back then, there was no Internet. I practically lived in the library researching what kind of business I could start with the little money that I had saved up. There aren't that many businesses that you can start with the amount of money that I had. Somehow, I narrowed it down to carpet cleaning.
It was really hard back then to get good advice. Today, I would just type in "carpet cleaning supply" on the Internet and 1000's of results would come up. I knew that I couldn't really buy a machine that cost more than I had saved up, so I started looking locally for suggestions.
With a little research and a prod from my wife, "if you're going to do it, then you might as well do it now," I picked a portable machine for around $3,200.00 and was on my way. Luckily, the machine came with supplies and I had some money still left over for marketing.
I want to keep the focus of this article towards carpet cleaning machines, so I won't go into too many tangents that are otherwise important but not the focus of this article. I used the machine for a few years and learned a lot more about machines. I learned why truck mounts were better. Mostly better because of the speed they provided the user.
About two to three years into my cleaning career, I started to do two to three jobs a day. I found I was working twelve hour days very often. One night I was cleaning the carpets of a sugar factory. It wasn't inside the factory, but the adjacent offices where the employees desks and offices were. From the sugar combined with dirt this wasn't a dream job as you can imagine. It took all weekend to clean what should have taken me a few hours. The results were also not to my liking. So the following Monday I called a salesperson from a local carpet cleaning supply store that was trying to sell truck-mounts to me for a while.
I totally trusted the company and their salesperson. That week, the salesperson came out to my house and did a demonstration. I was impressed with the quality and the speed. For some reason, people had "brainwashed" me to believe that truck-mounts that use hot water extraction, or "steam cleaning" in layman's terms, over-wet the carpet and that the carpet could get damaged. None of this was true. I could now see myself working less while making the same amount of money. So, I signed on the dotted line and agreed to lease the machine for 60 months for $370.00 a month.
My sales literally exploded after a few months of ownership. I was doing more jobs, I was able to hire help and pay the help well. Within a few months I agreed to lease another unit and in another few years I had five truck-mounted carpet cleaning machines and fourteen employees.
Besides the machines there were other things going right for me as well. My first child was on the way and this gave me a lot more determination to succeed and my Bachelors in Marketing was also a great asset.
Since I decided to write this article in an unconventional way, by telling a story rather then listing pros and cons, I'll let you draw your own conclusions from my story.
Please feel free to contact me at www.MagicWandCompany.com with any questions you may have.
I started a carpet cleaning business right after graduating from College. Having a Marketing degree was helpful in growing my business and I quickly built it up to a multiple truck operation. In August of 1998 we opened an online store for carpet cleaning chemicals, machines and accessories. It was the first store on the internet that used the now popular shopping cart format. Besides that, I learned about Chemistry and became an IICRC Instructor. One thing led to another and here I am 19 years later. Our carpet cleaning supply website is http://www.MagicWandCompany.com.
10 Reasons Miele Vacuum Cleaners Are So Popular
By M James
If you're looking for a new vacuum cleaner, then perhaps you've already chosen the brand and the model you want. If you've not already decided which brand and model is right for you, then you might want to consider Miele.
1. Miele Vacuum Cleaners are renowned for their performance. They offer excellent suction, and are excellent at removing stubborn dirt from carpets
2. They are long lasting and don't break down often. It's reassuring to know that in the days of almost disposable appliances, that some manufacturers are concerned with designing products that will last.
3. The Miele brand has a good reputation, especially for high end kitchen appliances. If you know how good their cookers, fridges and dishwashers are, then you'll know just why their vacuums are so popular.
4. These cleaners have extremely high levels of filtering to ensure that dust goes in the bag and not back in the air. If a member of your family suffers from an allergy, or you have pets, then you'll want to choose a vacuum cleaner with an effective filter.
5. Because they are cylinder vacuum cleaners, they are easy to use. They are not heavy, and can easily access those hard to reach places. They can be used throughout the house, which eliminates the need for a separate cleaner for upstairs, or having to carry a heavy upright cleaner up and down stairs.
6. As they are cylinder cleaners, they are easy to store. A cylinder cleaner will take up less space than an upright cleaner.
7. There are lots of available accessories for your Miele vacuum to make it even more efficient and effective for those cleaning jobs around your home. What about a longer hose, or a car cleaning kit, or brushes for cleaning your furniture or tools for those hard to reach places?
8. In the unlikely event you do need spare parts for your Miele, you can fit them yourself You could fit a replacement power switch or bag holder yourself and so saving a fortune on repair bills, not to mention the inconvenience of not having a clean home.
9. Consumables such as bags and filters should not be forgotten either. You'll want to make sure that you get the best performance from your vacuum cleaner, and so will need to replace the bags and filters in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
10. Miele vacuum cleaners would not be classed as cheap, however they do represent excellent value for money and will provide many years of service. If you're looking for a good vacuum cleaner that will give you the cleaning performance you need, and the reliability and durability you expect.
Now you know why they are so popular, perhaps now is the time for you to buy a Miele vacuum cleaner.
If you've already got a Miele Vacuum Cleaner then you'll know all about the legendary cleaning power. Why not make sure that you've got the Miele Bags filters and accessories to keep your home clean? Find all the Miele Vacuum Cleaner consumables, tools and accessories you need, at Sparesaver.com today.
If you're looking for a new vacuum cleaner, then perhaps you've already chosen the brand and the model you want. If you've not already decided which brand and model is right for you, then you might want to consider Miele.
1. Miele Vacuum Cleaners are renowned for their performance. They offer excellent suction, and are excellent at removing stubborn dirt from carpets
2. They are long lasting and don't break down often. It's reassuring to know that in the days of almost disposable appliances, that some manufacturers are concerned with designing products that will last.
3. The Miele brand has a good reputation, especially for high end kitchen appliances. If you know how good their cookers, fridges and dishwashers are, then you'll know just why their vacuums are so popular.
4. These cleaners have extremely high levels of filtering to ensure that dust goes in the bag and not back in the air. If a member of your family suffers from an allergy, or you have pets, then you'll want to choose a vacuum cleaner with an effective filter.
5. Because they are cylinder vacuum cleaners, they are easy to use. They are not heavy, and can easily access those hard to reach places. They can be used throughout the house, which eliminates the need for a separate cleaner for upstairs, or having to carry a heavy upright cleaner up and down stairs.
6. As they are cylinder cleaners, they are easy to store. A cylinder cleaner will take up less space than an upright cleaner.
7. There are lots of available accessories for your Miele vacuum to make it even more efficient and effective for those cleaning jobs around your home. What about a longer hose, or a car cleaning kit, or brushes for cleaning your furniture or tools for those hard to reach places?
8. In the unlikely event you do need spare parts for your Miele, you can fit them yourself You could fit a replacement power switch or bag holder yourself and so saving a fortune on repair bills, not to mention the inconvenience of not having a clean home.
9. Consumables such as bags and filters should not be forgotten either. You'll want to make sure that you get the best performance from your vacuum cleaner, and so will need to replace the bags and filters in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
10. Miele vacuum cleaners would not be classed as cheap, however they do represent excellent value for money and will provide many years of service. If you're looking for a good vacuum cleaner that will give you the cleaning performance you need, and the reliability and durability you expect.
Now you know why they are so popular, perhaps now is the time for you to buy a Miele vacuum cleaner.
If you've already got a Miele Vacuum Cleaner then you'll know all about the legendary cleaning power. Why not make sure that you've got the Miele Bags filters and accessories to keep your home clean? Find all the Miele Vacuum Cleaner consumables, tools and accessories you need, at Sparesaver.com today.
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