Beware of Weak VacuumCleaners!

Keeping your vacuum cleaner in shape is essential formaintaining a home, ensuring your carpet lasts longer, and enhancing the effectiveness of your cleaning routine.

As time passes, your vacuum accumulates dust, debris, and blockages that can hinder its suction power and overall performance, making cleaning an inefficient task for you as a

homeowner. A powerful vacuum can quickly become a weak vacuum if not correctly maintained.

The bag: Regularly checking and emptying the vacuum bag orcanister is essential to maintaining your vacuum cleaner’s suction power. Aim to do this when it's no more than

two-thirds full to ensure smooth airflow and prevent strain on the motor.

The filters: Vacuum filters are crucial for capturing particles and maintaining air quality. Clogged filters can decrease suction power and airflow. Refer to your vacuum’s manual for

cleaning or replacing the filters. Rinsing filters with water, replacing them after drying, and replacing non-washable HEPA filters as required are essential to maintain the vacuum

cleaner's efficiency.

The flow: When your vacuum cleaner is not working well and seems to struggle to pick up dirt and debris, it might be due to blockages that are not easily visible. Inspect the hose and brush head for clogs caused by items like coins or hair clumps that can obstruct the airflow in your vacuum cleaner system. Carefully removing these obstacles will help restore its suction power and ensure it continues to operate smoothly.

Clean your vacuum's brushes and rollers to remove dirt from the carpet. Trim any hair or string caught in the brush roll to maintain your vacuum's performance and longevity.

The belts: Vacuum belts rotate the brush; if they wear out or become loose over time, this can affect the vacuum's performance. Check them for any signs of damage or wear. Replacing a worn belt is a cost-effective way to improve the vacuum's performance and avoid potentially more significant problems.

Although you must vacuum regularly, more than vacuuming is needed to keep your home clean and healthy. Scheduling a professional deep cleaning of surfaces, such as carpet, furniture, tile grout, and others, is essential. The pros have specialized equipment, cleaning products, and experience, and are trained in advanced cleaning procedures. Do the

right thing and call your favorite cleaning company. After all, it pays

to call a pro!