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Monday, November 1, 2010
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Dyson vs Kirby Vacuum Cleaners - Reviews of Both
For years the Kirby vacuum has been king of the vacuums. As far as cleaning power and durability goes they could not be beat. But now their is a new kid in town...the Dyson vacuum. Dysons only been around for a few years but making a big splash and lots of people have been buying them. But are they as good as all the hype? Hi my name is Dustin Chaffin, General Manager of Great-Vacs. We have sold over 10,000 vacuum cleaners online and we know vacuums. I get tons of emails saying "which is better the Kirby or the Dyson". I am excited to write this guide and answer this question once and for all. So lets get right to it. For our tests we used the high end Dyson DC14 Animal that was about 1 year old. For our Kirby Test we used a 2004 Kirby Diamond (3 years old).
This guide was so detailed that it turned out to be very long. It actually turned out to be over 35,000 letters and ebay only allows 20,000 So I will have to take out a lot of information and just sum it up. If you would like the detailed test just email me and I can email it to you. So if you don’t want to go over all the details (there is tons of good information though) scroll to the bottom and read my Conclusion where I sum up all the details.
Test #1 - Best Vacuum not to CLOG
What causes clogs is small suction tubes and corners Below is a picture of a Dyson tube next to a Kirby tube. As you can see from the pictures the Kirby suction tube is almost twice the size as the dyson one. The Dyson one also has a sharp corner in some of its tubing.
Fact – The very first used Dyson we got traded in was clogged.
Fact - If you read other reviews on the internet they say people have had a problem with the Dyson Clogging with long pet hair.
Fact – There is no vacuum that is impossible to clog. We have sold over 4000 kirbys and from normal vacuuming conditions have never seen a kirby clog.
Test #2 - Most Airflow and Vacuum power
So this is one of the most important tests after all no matter how cool a vacuum looks, we buy a vacuum to pick up the dirt. Kirby Motor Size is 7 amps and Dyson is 12 amps. For this test we are going to use a Airflow Indicator meter tool made by Baird. This tool is desiged to test power and airflow (see pictures below).
This tool is a tube with a ball attached to a spring. I has a rating of 0 to 10. You hook it up to a vacuum and turn on the vacuum to test the vacuum power and airflow. The higher the suction the further up the scale the the meter will read. 0 is really bad and 10 is amazing suction. For our first test we will test the power by hooking it up to the hose. Each hose it tested at the same length away from the vacuum.
After we tested the Dyson the Power Meter read = a 1 out of 10 (see picture)
After we tested the Kirby the Suction Meter read = a 7 out of 10 (see picture)
Now we are going to test the power hooked up to the vacuum itself. You are about to learn a new principle here. It’s a fact that the longer the hose the more suction you loose. Hooked up to the vacuum on the Dyson the Power Meter read = a 2.8 out of 10 (see picture)
On the Kirby it read = a 10 out of 10 (see picture)
Fact – The motor size in amps does not mean a vacuum is more powerful
Fact – The kirby had over 3 times the power and airflow as the dyson when testing it with the airflow meter.
Test #3 – Most Suction Full of Dirt
The other Dysons promise is that it is Guaranteed not to loose airflow as the vacuum fills us so lets check it out.
Dyson – So we grabbed 3 Dysons. One was our tester Dyson that was cleaned and had no dirt in it, one was 1/3 full of dirt and one was ¾ full of dirt.
On the Power Meter they all pulled the same = 2.8
Kirby – We grabbed a full Kirby bag and put it inside our kirby. We tested it with the full bag and the Power Meter read a 10 out of 10 (the meter only goes to 10). So then with the full bag still in it I hooked up the 9 foot hose to the vacuum and tested it and the meter read = a 5.9 So hooked up to the hose it with a empty bag the kirby had a 7.0 and with a full bag it read a 5.9
Fact – James Dyson is correct the Dyson did not loose power as it filled with dirt.
Fact – As a vacuum bag fills up airflow and power does decrease.
Fact – Even with a full bag the Kirby had over DOUBLE the airflow and power as the Dyson as measured by our Air Flow Meter.
Fact – Dyson claims to be the first vacuum not to loose suction as it fills with dirt. This is not true. I can personally think of 5 other vacuum’s that don’t loose suction.
Test #4 - Cleaning and Vacuums up better
This is the most important test. Which vacuum actually vacuums the most dirt. What I did here was I went and got a large piece of brand new carpet (so our results would not be tainted)
I then took a piece of tape and marked off the carpet. On the left side of the tape is where we are going to vacuum with the Dyson and on the right side of the tape we are going to vacuum with the Kirby. Then I took 2 cups and went outside and filled them up with normal dirt and sand. Just like would be tracked into your house. I then measured the 2 cups (see picture) so they had the exact amount of dirt in them – 1 pound and .2 of one ounce in each cup. What I was planning on doing was I weighed the dirt that is now in the carpet and I am going to weigh the dirt that comes out of the carpet. Now the kirby is not bagless so we have to use a tester with filter pads to show the dirt that is picked up. I am afraid this test was a little harder on the kirby because every time I changed the pads (lots of times) dust would escape from the tester. To be fair after I put the kirby tester on the kirby I tested the power again with the hose. With the tester on it read a 6.5 on the airflow meter, it had read a 7 when the bag was on (bag has more surface area for air to push through). Before I started the test I decided that the vacuum that pulled the most dirt I would go and vacuum another 50 strokes in the vacuum’s area that pulled the least dirt.
Dyson Results - We put the dirt down and vacuumed 50 strokes on each side. We put 1 lb of dirt down and was able to pick up 6.5 oz's of dirt from the Dyson vacuum (see picture) or 40 % of the dirt was picked up.
Kirby Results - We put the dirt down and vacuumed 50 strokes on its side. We put 1 lb of dirt down and (after subtracting the dirt meter filter pads wieght) was able to pick up 12.1 oz's of dirt from the kirby or 75 % of the dirt was picked up.
(see picture)
Then since the Dysons had the least amount of dirt was picked up and it was the looser we vacuumed in the Dysons area with the Kirby. The picture below is how much dirt and sand that we pulled out. I was able to pull out 44 pads of dirt that the Dyson left behind. In fact I was still pulling out dirt when I ran out of pads. (see picture). I wish you could have seen this in person. I had no idea that the kirby would pick up that much extra dirt behind the Dyson. Picture below is how many dirt pads were vacuumed up by the Kirby that the Dyson left behind.
Fact – Sand ruins carpet. If its not picked up by the vacuum it gets down deep and cuts your carpet fibers and creates “trails” as the carpet fibers get vacuumed up and there is less carpet fibers and the carpet starts laying down.
Test #5 – Durability
The Kirby is made of a light weight metal and is one of the most durable vacuums made. In fact “Kirby home care systems are rated #1 in reliability by a popular consumer products magazine.” We have noticed a average life span of 25 years for the kirby vacuum.
The Dyson vacuum is made from a low grade plastic. Just because a vacuum is made from plastic does not necessarily mean that it is not durable. A perfect example of this is the Aerus Vacuum (used to be Electrolux).
Fact – When packing the Kirby Vacuum we wrap it in ½ of bubble with no breakage.
Fact – When packing the Dyson vacuum to avoid breakage we have to pack it in 2 inches of bubble. Because of this fact we have to use a extra large box to hold the Dyson and all the extra bubble they require and it costs more to ship than a Kirby.
Test #6 - Weight & Ease of Vacuuming.
For the first test on this one I got out our shipping scales and weighed each vacuum. The Kirby weighed 23 lbs and 14 oz. and the Dyson weighed 18 lbs 10 oz.’s. The second test was ease of vacuuming. Both seemed easy to vacuum with but the Kirby seemed better because of its self propelled transmission. With Ease of Vacuuming we also have to consider how easy it is to use your tools. Now the Dyson has on board tools (very nice) and the Kirby does not. So you have to have your kirby tools somewhere else (most likely your closet
So for this test I timed myself. Going from vacuum mode to putting on the duster tool (in this example) how long does it take?
The Dyson took 19 seconds
The Kirby took me 25 seconds to go from vacuuming, shut off the vacuum, casually stroll to my pretend closet grab the hose and duster tool go to the vacuum, take off the power nozzle and put on the hose and duster tool.
Test #7 - Tools and Accessories
Depending on the Dyson Model the Dyson comes with 5 tools (3 of which are on board)and the Zorb Accessory.
The Kirby standard tools include 14 tools, the caddy and the hose.
The Kirby also has several additional accessories that you can use on it.
1. The Kirby carpet shampoo system.
2. Floor Care system
3. Turbo Accessory System.
4. Zipp Brush.
Test #8 – Filtration
The Kirby vacuum can filter as small as .1 of a micron. To be considered a HEPA filter you have to filter at least .3 of one micron.
The Dyson was rated at .1 of 1 micron.
So as far as published Filtration it is a tie between the two vacuums.
The bad news is that on the Dyson vacuum I counted 7 different seals. 7 seals is a lot of places for air and dirt to blow out.
Test #9 - Marketing & Cool Factor
The Kirby is not sold in stores or retail. In fact you cant get a new one except from a authorized Kirby dealer. There are some dealers who take the risk of trying to sell some new ones on ebay. But Kirby is usually pretty proactive about finding out who is doing that and shutting them down. So aside from that if you want to buy a new Kirby with the Kirby warranty you will have to buy from a Kirby Salesman direct. He will come to your home and demonstrate the vacuum for you. Usually they will charge from 1300 to 1700 for a new one (from what I have seen).
In other words the Kirby is an awesome product but because of how its marketed its really limited to a lot of people.
The Dyson on the other hand is everywhere. It is in most independent vacuum shops, it is most big box stores, it is on the internet and it is even on ebay. So just about everyone has access to buy a Dyson vacuum. With the Dyson where it is for sale most of the time it cant be demonstrated so James Dyson had to make it visually appealing to get the extra money out of it. He must have known most people would buy them at a super store or on the internet and only have looks to go on their purchasing decision.
Dyson and Marketing. Lets review some of there marketing strategies.
1. Guaranteed not to clog.
2. “The first vacuum cleaner that doesn’t loose suction
3. 100 times the force of Gravity
So Dyson has done a AWESOME job at marketing. They continue to add models and different Dysons (like the canister Dyson or the light weight Dyson) and make improvements to there image and there product.
COOL FACTOR-
A nice buffed out Kirby that looks all chrome is very nice and is very cool
The Dyson has this new bagless system like no other vacuum. It looks very modern and very new age.
Test #10 – Suction & Vacuum Seal
Aside from the test vacuuming up the dirt I think this was the most important test. I kept it to the very last because I had to order in some special equipment for this test.
For this I used a suction plate and then I attached a set of scales that measures resistance (see picture). This test actually measures Suction. Remember we already tested airflow so the other test to see how good a vacuum tests is Suction. This will determine if the vacuum actually seals down on the carpet and gets the deep down dirt or if the vacuum is essentially a “good sweeper” with a some suction.
So the suction plate represents your carpet. So what I did was to put it on the Dyson and Kirby vacuum (shut off the brushroll so it does not knock off the plate) and then when it seals to the powerhead I am going to put the pull scales on the suction plate and see at how many lbs of pulling before the suction plate comes off. The higher the # of lbs to pull off the suction plate the more suction the vacuum has and the better the Deep Cleaner it is. This tension scale is harder to pull than you think I pulled on it as hard as I could and could only get it up to about 35 lbs.
The Dyson vacuum had 1.5 lbs of pressure on it before it came off.
The Kirby vacuum had 12 lbs of pressure on it and it was very hard to pull off by hand.
This guide was so detailed that it turned out to be very long. It actually turned out to be over 35,000 letters and ebay only allows 20,000 So I will have to take out a lot of information and just sum it up. If you would like the detailed test just email me and I can email it to you. So if you don’t want to go over all the details (there is tons of good information though) scroll to the bottom and read my Conclusion where I sum up all the details.
Test #1 - Best Vacuum not to CLOG
What causes clogs is small suction tubes and corners Below is a picture of a Dyson tube next to a Kirby tube. As you can see from the pictures the Kirby suction tube is almost twice the size as the dyson one. The Dyson one also has a sharp corner in some of its tubing. Fact – The very first used Dyson we got traded in was clogged.
Fact - If you read other reviews on the internet they say people have had a problem with the Dyson Clogging with long pet hair.
Fact – There is no vacuum that is impossible to clog. We have sold over 4000 kirbys and from normal vacuuming conditions have never seen a kirby clog.
Test #2 - Most Airflow and Vacuum power
So this is one of the most important tests after all no matter how cool a vacuum looks, we buy a vacuum to pick up the dirt. Kirby Motor Size is 7 amps and Dyson is 12 amps. For this test we are going to use a Airflow Indicator meter tool made by Baird. This tool is desiged to test power and airflow (see pictures below).
This tool is a tube with a ball attached to a spring. I has a rating of 0 to 10. You hook it up to a vacuum and turn on the vacuum to test the vacuum power and airflow. The higher the suction the further up the scale the the meter will read. 0 is really bad and 10 is amazing suction. For our first test we will test the power by hooking it up to the hose. Each hose it tested at the same length away from the vacuum.
After we tested the Dyson the Power Meter read = a 1 out of 10 (see picture)
After we tested the Kirby the Suction Meter read = a 7 out of 10 (see picture)
Now we are going to test the power hooked up to the vacuum itself. You are about to learn a new principle here. It’s a fact that the longer the hose the more suction you loose. Hooked up to the vacuum on the Dyson the Power Meter read = a 2.8 out of 10 (see picture)
On the Kirby it read = a 10 out of 10 (see picture)
Fact – The motor size in amps does not mean a vacuum is more powerful
Fact – The kirby had over 3 times the power and airflow as the dyson when testing it with the airflow meter.
Test #3 – Most Suction Full of Dirt
The other Dysons promise is that it is Guaranteed not to loose airflow as the vacuum fills us so lets check it out.
Dyson – So we grabbed 3 Dysons. One was our tester Dyson that was cleaned and had no dirt in it, one was 1/3 full of dirt and one was ¾ full of dirt.
On the Power Meter they all pulled the same = 2.8
Kirby – We grabbed a full Kirby bag and put it inside our kirby. We tested it with the full bag and the Power Meter read a 10 out of 10 (the meter only goes to 10). So then with the full bag still in it I hooked up the 9 foot hose to the vacuum and tested it and the meter read = a 5.9 So hooked up to the hose it with a empty bag the kirby had a 7.0 and with a full bag it read a 5.9
Fact – James Dyson is correct the Dyson did not loose power as it filled with dirt.
Fact – As a vacuum bag fills up airflow and power does decrease.
Fact – Even with a full bag the Kirby had over DOUBLE the airflow and power as the Dyson as measured by our Air Flow Meter.
Fact – Dyson claims to be the first vacuum not to loose suction as it fills with dirt. This is not true. I can personally think of 5 other vacuum’s that don’t loose suction.
Test #4 - Cleaning and Vacuums up better
This is the most important test. Which vacuum actually vacuums the most dirt. What I did here was I went and got a large piece of brand new carpet (so our results would not be tainted)
I then took a piece of tape and marked off the carpet. On the left side of the tape is where we are going to vacuum with the Dyson and on the right side of the tape we are going to vacuum with the Kirby. Then I took 2 cups and went outside and filled them up with normal dirt and sand. Just like would be tracked into your house. I then measured the 2 cups (see picture) so they had the exact amount of dirt in them – 1 pound and .2 of one ounce in each cup. What I was planning on doing was I weighed the dirt that is now in the carpet and I am going to weigh the dirt that comes out of the carpet. Now the kirby is not bagless so we have to use a tester with filter pads to show the dirt that is picked up. I am afraid this test was a little harder on the kirby because every time I changed the pads (lots of times) dust would escape from the tester. To be fair after I put the kirby tester on the kirby I tested the power again with the hose. With the tester on it read a 6.5 on the airflow meter, it had read a 7 when the bag was on (bag has more surface area for air to push through). Before I started the test I decided that the vacuum that pulled the most dirt I would go and vacuum another 50 strokes in the vacuum’s area that pulled the least dirt.
Dyson Results - We put the dirt down and vacuumed 50 strokes on each side. We put 1 lb of dirt down and was able to pick up 6.5 oz's of dirt from the Dyson vacuum (see picture) or 40 % of the dirt was picked up.
Kirby Results - We put the dirt down and vacuumed 50 strokes on its side. We put 1 lb of dirt down and (after subtracting the dirt meter filter pads wieght) was able to pick up 12.1 oz's of dirt from the kirby or 75 % of the dirt was picked up.
(see picture)
Then since the Dysons had the least amount of dirt was picked up and it was the looser we vacuumed in the Dysons area with the Kirby. The picture below is how much dirt and sand that we pulled out. I was able to pull out 44 pads of dirt that the Dyson left behind. In fact I was still pulling out dirt when I ran out of pads. (see picture). I wish you could have seen this in person. I had no idea that the kirby would pick up that much extra dirt behind the Dyson. Picture below is how many dirt pads were vacuumed up by the Kirby that the Dyson left behind.
Fact – Sand ruins carpet. If its not picked up by the vacuum it gets down deep and cuts your carpet fibers and creates “trails” as the carpet fibers get vacuumed up and there is less carpet fibers and the carpet starts laying down.
Test #5 – Durability
The Kirby is made of a light weight metal and is one of the most durable vacuums made. In fact “Kirby home care systems are rated #1 in reliability by a popular consumer products magazine.” We have noticed a average life span of 25 years for the kirby vacuum.
The Dyson vacuum is made from a low grade plastic. Just because a vacuum is made from plastic does not necessarily mean that it is not durable. A perfect example of this is the Aerus Vacuum (used to be Electrolux).
Fact – When packing the Kirby Vacuum we wrap it in ½ of bubble with no breakage.
Fact – When packing the Dyson vacuum to avoid breakage we have to pack it in 2 inches of bubble. Because of this fact we have to use a extra large box to hold the Dyson and all the extra bubble they require and it costs more to ship than a Kirby.
Test #6 - Weight & Ease of Vacuuming.
For the first test on this one I got out our shipping scales and weighed each vacuum. The Kirby weighed 23 lbs and 14 oz. and the Dyson weighed 18 lbs 10 oz.’s. The second test was ease of vacuuming. Both seemed easy to vacuum with but the Kirby seemed better because of its self propelled transmission. With Ease of Vacuuming we also have to consider how easy it is to use your tools. Now the Dyson has on board tools (very nice) and the Kirby does not. So you have to have your kirby tools somewhere else (most likely your closet
So for this test I timed myself. Going from vacuum mode to putting on the duster tool (in this example) how long does it take?
The Dyson took 19 seconds
The Kirby took me 25 seconds to go from vacuuming, shut off the vacuum, casually stroll to my pretend closet grab the hose and duster tool go to the vacuum, take off the power nozzle and put on the hose and duster tool.
Test #7 - Tools and Accessories
Depending on the Dyson Model the Dyson comes with 5 tools (3 of which are on board)and the Zorb Accessory.
The Kirby standard tools include 14 tools, the caddy and the hose.
The Kirby also has several additional accessories that you can use on it.
1. The Kirby carpet shampoo system.
2. Floor Care system
3. Turbo Accessory System.
4. Zipp Brush.
Test #8 – Filtration
The Kirby vacuum can filter as small as .1 of a micron. To be considered a HEPA filter you have to filter at least .3 of one micron.
The Dyson was rated at .1 of 1 micron.
So as far as published Filtration it is a tie between the two vacuums.
The bad news is that on the Dyson vacuum I counted 7 different seals. 7 seals is a lot of places for air and dirt to blow out.
Test #9 - Marketing & Cool Factor
The Kirby is not sold in stores or retail. In fact you cant get a new one except from a authorized Kirby dealer. There are some dealers who take the risk of trying to sell some new ones on ebay. But Kirby is usually pretty proactive about finding out who is doing that and shutting them down. So aside from that if you want to buy a new Kirby with the Kirby warranty you will have to buy from a Kirby Salesman direct. He will come to your home and demonstrate the vacuum for you. Usually they will charge from 1300 to 1700 for a new one (from what I have seen).
In other words the Kirby is an awesome product but because of how its marketed its really limited to a lot of people.
The Dyson on the other hand is everywhere. It is in most independent vacuum shops, it is most big box stores, it is on the internet and it is even on ebay. So just about everyone has access to buy a Dyson vacuum. With the Dyson where it is for sale most of the time it cant be demonstrated so James Dyson had to make it visually appealing to get the extra money out of it. He must have known most people would buy them at a super store or on the internet and only have looks to go on their purchasing decision.
Dyson and Marketing. Lets review some of there marketing strategies.
1. Guaranteed not to clog.
2. “The first vacuum cleaner that doesn’t loose suction
3. 100 times the force of Gravity
So Dyson has done a AWESOME job at marketing. They continue to add models and different Dysons (like the canister Dyson or the light weight Dyson) and make improvements to there image and there product.
COOL FACTOR-
A nice buffed out Kirby that looks all chrome is very nice and is very cool
The Dyson has this new bagless system like no other vacuum. It looks very modern and very new age.
Test #10 – Suction & Vacuum Seal
Aside from the test vacuuming up the dirt I think this was the most important test. I kept it to the very last because I had to order in some special equipment for this test.
For this I used a suction plate and then I attached a set of scales that measures resistance (see picture). This test actually measures Suction. Remember we already tested airflow so the other test to see how good a vacuum tests is Suction. This will determine if the vacuum actually seals down on the carpet and gets the deep down dirt or if the vacuum is essentially a “good sweeper” with a some suction.
So the suction plate represents your carpet. So what I did was to put it on the Dyson and Kirby vacuum (shut off the brushroll so it does not knock off the plate) and then when it seals to the powerhead I am going to put the pull scales on the suction plate and see at how many lbs of pulling before the suction plate comes off. The higher the # of lbs to pull off the suction plate the more suction the vacuum has and the better the Deep Cleaner it is. This tension scale is harder to pull than you think I pulled on it as hard as I could and could only get it up to about 35 lbs.
The Dyson vacuum had 1.5 lbs of pressure on it before it came off.
The Kirby vacuum had 12 lbs of pressure on it and it was very hard to pull off by hand.
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CONCLUSION-
1. Winner of the Test #1 Best Vacuum not to Clog - KIRBY VACUUM
The Kirby vacuum had almost twice the size of suction piping (see pictures in test #1). The Dyson tubing at its smallest point measures right at 1 3/8 inches, the Kirby tubing at its smallest point measured 2 1/4 inches nearly a inch larger.
2. The winner Test #2 The most Airflow and Vacuum Power is = KIRBY VACUUM
The Kirby had over 3 times the power and airflow as the Dyson when testing it with the airflow meter.
3. Winner of Test #3 – Most Power full of dirt = KIRBY VACUUM
Full of dirt on the dirt meter the Dyson pulled a 2.8 and the Kirby pulled a 5.9 with a bag full of dirt. The Kirby did loose power full of dirt (pulled a 7 with a empty bag) but was still almost twice as powerful full of dirt. The Dyson pulled a 2.8 empty and a 2.8 full so Dyson was right it did not loose any power as it filled with dirt.
4. Winner of Test #4 – Best Cleaner = KIRBY VACUUM
In our dirt test Kirby dominated. It pulled up almost double of the dirt that the Dyson did. The Dyson pulled up 40% of its dirt in this test and the Kirby pulled up 75% of its dirt in the same test.
5. Winner of Test #5 – Reliability = KIRBY VACUUM
The Dyson made of plastic and the Kirby made of metal. We have personally seen a 25 year average lifespan with a Kirby. We have to pack the Dysons with much more bubble than Kirbys when shipping to avoid breakage. According to “ a leading consumer products magazine” the Kirby ranked #1 in reliability and with the least amount of repairs needed. The ranked it based upon 134,000 reader responses and ranked it based upon a point system. The lower the points the more reliable. The Kirby was #1 with only 4 points while the average vacuum they tested got a 10.25 So the Kirby was not only #1 but much more reliable than the average vacuum tested.
6. Winner of Test #6 - Weight & Ease of Vacuuming = DYSON VACUUM
The Dyson was a little over 5 lbs lighter than the Kirby when we weighted them on our shipping scales. Ease of vacuum the Kirby was better but with on board tools and lower carrying weight the Dyson won this contest. When we tested how long it took to use the tools it took the Dyson 19 seconds and the Kirby 25 seconds when we tested it.
7. Winner of Test #7 – Tools and Accessories = KIRBY VACUUM
The Kirby won this contest because it had about 3 times the tools and accessories as the Dyson.
8. Winner of Test #8 – Filtration = KIRBY VACUUM
Test #8 was very close. They actually said they had the same filtration .1 of a micron. However the concern we had with the Dyson is it had 7 different seals (they were not very tight seals) that air and dirt could possibly leak out. Kirby had 2 seals but were very tight. When “a leading Consumer Products Magazine” tested emissions (filtration) they ranked them the same rating.
9. Test # 9 Marketing and Cool Factor = DYSON VACUUM
The Dyson dominated this test. IMHO Dyson is genius when it comes to marketing. I personally feel that Dyson did not create the best vacuum but they created a vacuum that would lead us to believe it was the best vacuum. Visually it seems to do a very good job and looks very cool.
10. Winner of Test #10 – Suction and Vacuum Seal = KIRBY VACUUM
The Kirby dominated the Suction test. The Dyson only had 1.5 lbs of pull before the seal was broken and the Kirby had 12 lbs of pull before the seal was broken. The air coming into the vacuum on the Dyson appeared to come from on top of the carpet. Where on the Kirby the air coming to the vacuum appeared to be coming from under the carpet. Also the Dyson had great suction on one side of the power nozzle and no suction on the other side while the Kirby had suction all the way across.
MY THOUGHTS
I have tried keeping my thoughts to a minimum in all the tests we did. Here is where I get a chance to give my thoughts. Out of 10 tests the Dyson won 2 and the Kirby won 8. The Dyson won the most user friendly and best marketing and Kirby basically won all the performance tests.
In Dysons defense they are only a few years old (unlike the Kirby who has had decades to make the perfect vacuum) and hopefully will make improvements.
As it stands right now the Kirby and Dyson are not even in the same playing field. In these tests we performed the Kirby handled the Dyson and just blew it away. In the performance tests it seemed to do 2 to 3 times better. Of course for new vacuums the Kirby asks 2 to 3 times the price as well.
I have to say I was a little disappointed with this test. Before I started this guide I really thought it was going to be close. I had seen and heard so many good things. I was fully expecting the Dyson vacuum to do a lot better than it did. Remember how above I said “I personally feel that Dyson did not create the best vacuum but they created a vacuum that would lead us to believe it was the best vacuum.”
Sorry Dyson lovers…..The King of Vacuums is the THE KIRBY
Repair or Replace Your Vacuum?
I found this article and thought it was perfect for this blog! It is an article about whether or not you should buy a new vacuum or get it repaired. I hope you enjoy it, leave a comment to let me know if I should keep posting articles like this:
How long your vacuum will last has to do with the quality of the vacuum in the first place. If you buy an inexpensive vacuum cleaner from a discount chain or big box store, you have to understand that these vacuums are not made to be serviced. They are made to be used and disposed of when they have problems. These vacuums are made to last two or three years. With careful use they can last much longer.
Vacuums sold by independent vacuum retailers are generally better quality because the dealer also services the vacuums. So the dealers will tend to want to sell vacuums that will not be thrown out, but will get regular service.
Generally, when a complete repair is equal to half the cost of replacement, it's time to replace the vacuum.
Here is how to make your vacuum last longer;
Make sure the belt is tight around the roller brush. If you use your fingers to "spin" the roller while it has the belt on, and the belt slips, it's time to replace the belt. Never do this while the vacuum cleaner is on.
Check your bag and filters. If your bag is more than half full, change it. A completely full vacuum cleaner bag will restrict the air flow that cools the motor. Your motor will overheat and need to be replaced. In most cases, and motor replacement is over half the cost of a new vacuum cleaner. If you filter is dirty over its entire surface, change it. This will also restrict airflow.
If you have pets that shed, or someone in your home has long hair, check the roller brush every several months to make sure hair did not get stuck in the roller bearings. If the hair has wound around a bearing, use a knife to get the hair out. Obviously, do this with the vacuum unplugged.
Vacuums are usually made of some grade of plastic. All plastic will break if slammed hard enough into the walls. Use your vacuum with care. Show anyone else who will be using the vacuum how to use it. In our store in Wooster Ohio, 90% of our repairs come in from people loaning their vacuum out to a friend or relative. Make sure they know how to take care of it.
Your vacuum will last for ten years or more, if serviced regularly. Take it into a vacuum retailer for annual service. The belt, bag (or filter) should be replaced at least once a year.
Ask you dealer what services are free.
Vacuums sold by independent vacuum retailers are generally better quality because the dealer also services the vacuums. So the dealers will tend to want to sell vacuums that will not be thrown out, but will get regular service.
Generally, when a complete repair is equal to half the cost of replacement, it's time to replace the vacuum.
Here is how to make your vacuum last longer;
Make sure the belt is tight around the roller brush. If you use your fingers to "spin" the roller while it has the belt on, and the belt slips, it's time to replace the belt. Never do this while the vacuum cleaner is on.
Check your bag and filters. If your bag is more than half full, change it. A completely full vacuum cleaner bag will restrict the air flow that cools the motor. Your motor will overheat and need to be replaced. In most cases, and motor replacement is over half the cost of a new vacuum cleaner. If you filter is dirty over its entire surface, change it. This will also restrict airflow.
If you have pets that shed, or someone in your home has long hair, check the roller brush every several months to make sure hair did not get stuck in the roller bearings. If the hair has wound around a bearing, use a knife to get the hair out. Obviously, do this with the vacuum unplugged.
Vacuums are usually made of some grade of plastic. All plastic will break if slammed hard enough into the walls. Use your vacuum with care. Show anyone else who will be using the vacuum how to use it. In our store in Wooster Ohio, 90% of our repairs come in from people loaning their vacuum out to a friend or relative. Make sure they know how to take care of it.
Your vacuum will last for ten years or more, if serviced regularly. Take it into a vacuum retailer for annual service. The belt, bag (or filter) should be replaced at least once a year.
Ask you dealer what services are free.
Vacuum cleaner expert reviewer Claude Whitacre owns The Sweeper Store in Wooster Ohio.
You can see vacuum reviews at http://www.vacuumcleanerswoosterohio44691.com or see the store website at http://www.sweeperstoreonline.com
You can see vacuum reviews at http://www.vacuumcleanerswoosterohio44691.com or see the store website at http://www.sweeperstoreonline.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Claude_Whitacre
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Repairing A Hoover WindTunnel Vacuum
Posted by: Denver Vacuum Blog
Here is a good video on repairing a Hoover WindTunnel vacuum cleaner. A lot of times you will be able to replace the belt yourself or unclog the tubes if needed. If you are in need of a Denver vacuum repair and this video does not help you, check out AgencyVac Shop .
Agency Vac Shop repairs all Hoover, Kirby, Riccar, Bissell and Dyson vacuum cleaners. They are the source for Denver vacuum repairs! Give them a call today (303) 750-5290.
Here is a good video on repairing a Hoover WindTunnel vacuum cleaner. A lot of times you will be able to replace the belt yourself or unclog the tubes if needed. If you are in need of a Denver vacuum repair and this video does not help you, check out AgencyVac Shop .
Agency Vac Shop repairs all Hoover, Kirby, Riccar, Bissell and Dyson vacuum cleaners. They are the source for Denver vacuum repairs! Give them a call today (303) 750-5290.
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Vacuum Repairs in Aurora
Posted by: Denver Vacuum
If there is a time that your vacuum cleaner is going to start malfunctioning its going to be when you need to clean your carpet. Usually it is when you have company coming over or have a major spill to clean up. If you find yourself in a bind like this, you will need to find a vacuum repair shop near you.
If you live in the Denver metro, there is a great place to take your vacuum cleaner. Agency Vac Shop handles minor problems such as changing a belt to major problems like fixing suction. The nice thing about Agency Vac is they will not charge you with fixing anything until you say it is ok. They will call you everytime to explain to you what is wrong as well as the price it will cost to fix it. You immediately then know what it will cost to fix your vacuum without actually doing it.
The guys at this Aurora vacuum repair shop will also tell you if it is even worth paying for the repairs. Sometimes it might be better to just buy a new vacuum. They are a manufacturer rep for all major vacuum brands so they can offer vacuums at prices others in the Denver metro cannot.
If you find yourself with a broken vacuum cleaner, make sure to give Agency Vac Shop a Call! (303) 750-5290 or visit their website www.agencyvacshop.net
If there is a time that your vacuum cleaner is going to start malfunctioning its going to be when you need to clean your carpet. Usually it is when you have company coming over or have a major spill to clean up. If you find yourself in a bind like this, you will need to find a vacuum repair shop near you.
If you live in the Denver metro, there is a great place to take your vacuum cleaner. Agency Vac Shop handles minor problems such as changing a belt to major problems like fixing suction. The nice thing about Agency Vac is they will not charge you with fixing anything until you say it is ok. They will call you everytime to explain to you what is wrong as well as the price it will cost to fix it. You immediately then know what it will cost to fix your vacuum without actually doing it.
The guys at this Aurora vacuum repair shop will also tell you if it is even worth paying for the repairs. Sometimes it might be better to just buy a new vacuum. They are a manufacturer rep for all major vacuum brands so they can offer vacuums at prices others in the Denver metro cannot.
If you find yourself with a broken vacuum cleaner, make sure to give Agency Vac Shop a Call! (303) 750-5290 or visit their website www.agencyvacshop.net
Friday, July 30, 2010
Canister Vacuum Choices
When choosing what kind of canister vacuum to buy, the first real decision is what kind of power you need. Most people buy canister vacuums because they will be cleaning up something more than carpet floors. If you have some sort of special application, like cleaning up water you will need a specialty vacuum. Most canister vacuums will do fine cleaning up hard to reach dust with the long hose.
Depending on the floor surface you will most commonly clean you should choose between three common vacuum tools. In the Aurora vacuum repair business, we find that most other tools and accessories are rarely used. The simplest, and best for hard floors is the hard plastic brush with bristles. This is just a foot wide opening that can be used on hardwood and concrete floors. These clean smooth floors very well and it is just the standard vacuum opening.
You can also get a turbo brush that has a drum of bristles that spins as the air rolls over it. This spinning action helps kick up dust in carpet and other hard to get to surfaces. The brush pushes the carpet fibers out of the way so that the suction can carry all the dust from the bottom up. Our Aurora vacuum repairs company recommends some sort of brush action for any room with carpet.
For maximum pulling action you can get a powered rotary brush. This type of vacuum cleaner has a separate motor to drive the spinning brush, which makes it much more aggressive in kicking up dust. In powered self pulling vacuums, it is usually connected to the drive wheels. Honestly, having those extra motors and wheels means more moving parts that can break - which means more visits to the Aurora vacuum repairs shop. So we love the kind of business powered rotary brushes bring, but I don't really think the average homeowner needs one unless you have a pet. The cost vs use is not really worth it unless you have a lot of carpet to clean or pet hair to get out.
Pet hair is the bane of vacuums and carpets. It seems like animals are just born to be little hair factories, and that stuff can really get stuck down in the carpet if you don't have a canister vacuum with an aggressive brush head.Other hard jobs for normal vacuums are water and hard objects. For things like that, try a wet/dry shop vac. But if you are just cleaning up dust around the shop, you might not need a shop vac, and a standard canister vacuum could be easier. Try to get one with a HEPA filter if you have allergies or any kind of dangerous dust in your shop. These things really clean great as they are the same technology NASA uses.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
The New Vacuums Are Great for Housekeeping
Posted by: Denver Vacuums
Ever wondered what’s so good about those small gadgets called vacuum cleaners. Shiny plastic, glossy and metallic colors, hose which swipes the floor and what not – all those wonderful small things. Small parts which can be easily taken out called attachments make one whole vacuum cleaner. Generally vacuum cleaners can be classified as: Upright, Canister, Steam Cleaner, Commercial, Hand Held, Wet/Dry, Stick, Central Vacuum and Robotic.
Apart from these there are attachment types in which there are replacement bags, filters, belt, brush, hose, wand and cleaning solution). The other types are capture types vacuum cleaners which can be classified as bagless and bagged. Then there are the filtration types including Hepa, Micron, Allergen, Electrostatic, Cyclonic and Celoc.
While these names may sound complicated for the general user, these should not be a problem while buying a vacuum cleaners. These names are in fact only the design/model names. The general user only has to look out at the features and the kind of requirement he/she has. Depending upon the area one has to clean and the power one can utilize optimally, he/she should choose the vacuum cleaner.
Whichever vacuum you choose to buy, look for its utility, don’t just go by looks. See it’s that not heavy to carry. Perform the airflow test. See that the vacuum cleaner you are buying is easy to carry, pull and push. And yes, it should produce the minimum noise. The general criteria for noise is less than or equal to 85 decibels. *Canisters are supposed to less sound producing.
Depending upon the requirement one may have, these Denver vacuum cleaners have been designed. The most commonly used vacuum cleaners are the ones used in hotels, restaurants, homes. Generally these are lightweight, compact and easy to use, still there are preferences. Eureka Forbes, Panasonic, Philips, Optima are some of the famous names in the Indian market.
As most of the vacuum cleaners come with brands, you can shop for them online or at a local store. You can surf for them on any of the good online shopping website and look for the one which suits your requirement. You can also check out the Aurora vacuum repair shop called Agency Vac. They have a ton of the top vacuums on the market at very affordable prices. They carry Hoover, Kirby, Riccar, Bissell to name a few!
Apart from these there are attachment types in which there are replacement bags, filters, belt, brush, hose, wand and cleaning solution). The other types are capture types vacuum cleaners which can be classified as bagless and bagged. Then there are the filtration types including Hepa, Micron, Allergen, Electrostatic, Cyclonic and Celoc.
While these names may sound complicated for the general user, these should not be a problem while buying a vacuum cleaners. These names are in fact only the design/model names. The general user only has to look out at the features and the kind of requirement he/she has. Depending upon the area one has to clean and the power one can utilize optimally, he/she should choose the vacuum cleaner.
Whichever vacuum you choose to buy, look for its utility, don’t just go by looks. See it’s that not heavy to carry. Perform the airflow test. See that the vacuum cleaner you are buying is easy to carry, pull and push. And yes, it should produce the minimum noise. The general criteria for noise is less than or equal to 85 decibels. *Canisters are supposed to less sound producing.
Depending upon the requirement one may have, these Denver vacuum cleaners have been designed. The most commonly used vacuum cleaners are the ones used in hotels, restaurants, homes. Generally these are lightweight, compact and easy to use, still there are preferences. Eureka Forbes, Panasonic, Philips, Optima are some of the famous names in the Indian market.
As most of the vacuum cleaners come with brands, you can shop for them online or at a local store. You can surf for them on any of the good online shopping website and look for the one which suits your requirement. You can also check out the Aurora vacuum repair shop called Agency Vac. They have a ton of the top vacuums on the market at very affordable prices. They carry Hoover, Kirby, Riccar, Bissell to name a few!
Thursday, July 22, 2010
How to Change a Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner Bag
Posted by: Denver Vacuums
I found this video on how to change a vacuum bag on a cylinder vacuum cleaner. For other vacuum repair tips, check out more of my articles: DIY Vacuum Repairs - Repairing Hoover Windtunnel
The Shark Vacuum Cleaner
Posted by: Denver Vacuums
Shark vacuum cleaners are made by a company called Euro-Pro. Euro-Pro itself manufacturers many different appliances and used to manufacture its own line of vacuum cleaners, but now it sells them under the Shark vacuum cleaner brand. What follows is a quick summary of the vacuum cleaners by Shark.
Some know Euro-Pro vacuum cleaners from the many 'infomercials' on TV. Whilst 'infomercials' can engender a somewhat down-market image on the products they promote, it would be a mistake to think that a Shark vacuum cleaner is a second-rate product. Shark vacuums are sold in many respectable retailers such as Sears; these retailers have a reputation to protect and will only sell products they believe will not tarnish their name. Finally, for those who use the web, Shark vacuum cleaners can be bought online very easily. Many retailers now use the web to sell their products and one big advantage about buying a Shark vacuum cleaner is just how many retailers sell Euro-Pro vacuums at very competitive prices. Spare parts are also easy to come by on the internet.
Of the many consumers who have bought and used a Shark vacuum cleaner, the vast majority will attest to the suction power of these vacuums. Many Shark vacuum cleaners come with HEPA filters that are washable and some vacuums come as specialist pet-hair removers. Shark also makes bagless and cyclonic vacuum cleaners.
You can buy uprights, canisters, industrial and hand-held vacuum cleaners from Shark.
Shark vacuum cleaners tend to be cheaper than equivalent machines with other brands, so they can be a good choice for those wanting to save money.
However, there have been some complaints about the Shark vacuum cleaner. Many consumer reviews have slated the canister vacuums from Shark; their uprights receive better reviews. The bagless units seem to have smaller dust cups than other brands; anyone who's used a bagless vacuum know what a drag it is to empty the dust cup. There have been reports of over-heating. Some models of Shark Vacuums tend to clog rather easily. However, the most serious complaint has been about customer service; either from the retailer or the company itself. It's very hard to verify if this complaint is justified. People complain about a lack of service even when a retailer appears to be bending over backwards to find a solution to the problem.
Shark vacuum cleaners are a good buy if you're looking for a cheaper vacuum that has suction power comparable to other, more expensive, brands. But, because you're paying less, you should expect the appliance to have fewer features and attachments. When you buy a Shark vacuum cleaner you're getting a good vacuum cleaner at a fair price, if you want the best, then you should probably look at buying another brand.
If you have a Shark vacuum and you need it repairs, check out the Aurora vacuum repair shop Agency Vac (303) 757-4904
Shark vacuum cleaners are made by a company called Euro-Pro. Euro-Pro itself manufacturers many different appliances and used to manufacture its own line of vacuum cleaners, but now it sells them under the Shark vacuum cleaner brand. What follows is a quick summary of the vacuum cleaners by Shark.
Of the many consumers who have bought and used a Shark vacuum cleaner, the vast majority will attest to the suction power of these vacuums. Many Shark vacuum cleaners come with HEPA filters that are washable and some vacuums come as specialist pet-hair removers. Shark also makes bagless and cyclonic vacuum cleaners.
You can buy uprights, canisters, industrial and hand-held vacuum cleaners from Shark.
Shark vacuum cleaners tend to be cheaper than equivalent machines with other brands, so they can be a good choice for those wanting to save money.
However, there have been some complaints about the Shark vacuum cleaner. Many consumer reviews have slated the canister vacuums from Shark; their uprights receive better reviews. The bagless units seem to have smaller dust cups than other brands; anyone who's used a bagless vacuum know what a drag it is to empty the dust cup. There have been reports of over-heating. Some models of Shark Vacuums tend to clog rather easily. However, the most serious complaint has been about customer service; either from the retailer or the company itself. It's very hard to verify if this complaint is justified. People complain about a lack of service even when a retailer appears to be bending over backwards to find a solution to the problem.
Shark vacuum cleaners are a good buy if you're looking for a cheaper vacuum that has suction power comparable to other, more expensive, brands. But, because you're paying less, you should expect the appliance to have fewer features and attachments. When you buy a Shark vacuum cleaner you're getting a good vacuum cleaner at a fair price, if you want the best, then you should probably look at buying another brand.
If you have a Shark vacuum and you need it repairs, check out the Aurora vacuum repair shop Agency Vac (303) 757-4904
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
The Truth Behind Door-to-Door Vacuum Sales
No Soliciting.
This sign was invented just for the door to door salesman. Once they get their way into your door, they often try and sell you something of questionable quality you never knew you needed. In the case of Kirby however, the pretty much unquestionable leader in vacuum cleaner technology only sells through door-to-door in-home demonstrations. The company does not allow anyone else to sell their vacuums, which usually cost over 1,000 US dollars. These top of the line vacuums out-perform their competition in almost every category... except maybe price and sales tactics.
Unfortunately these salesmen use a variety of unscrupulous tactics to push their Kirby vacuums. One thing they do is promise financing with only a dollar down. What the customer does not realize is that they are actually entering into a potentially credit-damaging loan agreement. I have friends that have been ripped off by the Kirby company while trying to work for them. The managers use similar tactics to lure in salesmen that they do to sell vacuums. They promise work at high monthly wages for those without experience, when the job actually turns out to be commission only door-to-door selling. Usually the only employees who will stay on these jobs are ex-felons.
It is funny that the Kirby company chooses to sell this way when their vacuums are actually some of the most reliable out there. After working in a Denver vacuum repair company, I almost never saw a customer needing a Denver Kirby vacuum repair. And when they did come in, usually the job was simple and the vacuum was back to new working order. Of course at that price you would expect them to last a long time. Many Americans buy vacuums for less than $100, but these cheap plastic things often fall apart within a few years. This may be good for college students moving around the dorms, but most consumers cannot afford a new Vacuum motor, or to be sending their vacuum off to a Denver Kirby repair company. When the price to repair the appliance is more than the appliance itself, you know you have a lemon.
It is funny that the Kirby company chooses to sell this way when their vacuums are actually some of the most reliable out there. After working in a Denver vacuum repair company, I almost never saw a customer needing a Denver Kirby vacuum repair. And when they did come in, usually the job was simple and the vacuum was back to new working order. Of course at that price you would expect them to last a long time. Many Americans buy vacuums for less than $100, but these cheap plastic things often fall apart within a few years. This may be good for college students moving around the dorms, but most consumers cannot afford a new Vacuum motor, or to be sending their vacuum off to a Denver Kirby repair company. When the price to repair the appliance is more than the appliance itself, you know you have a lemon.
There are many stories about these and other door-to-door salesmen who make verbal contracts, but have something else written in the final ink. Because these salesmen know that they will probably not be working long, and that they will not get paid if they don't make a sale, they will do pretty much anything to stay longer and try and convince you. The best advice: do not let any salesman into your home, and call the police if they refuse to leave.
Battle of the $1000 Vacuums
Most consumers are happy with their $100 Hoover vacuums from Sears. But some have fallen victim to a little marketing tactic called the door to door salesman. After an amazing product demonstration showing a vacuum that can suck the hair off your head, the happy couple goes home with an amazing piece of technology. But is it really worth it? And what can these high-end vacuums do?
Kirby is well known at the upper end vacuum market. These products not only perform well, but rarely need to be taken into a Denver Kirby vacuum repair technician. The new upscale competitor for Kirby is Dyson. The Dyson is very good, but when it comes to the common vacuum clogging problem, Kirby is ahead because their suction tubes are much wider. Their suction pressure is also higher despite the fact that a bigger, longer tube generally equals less pressure. Dyson vacuums have unique technology in that they do not loose sucking power as they fill up with dirt. However, Kirbys will still work harder and pull in more air even with a full bag, although they do lose some suction.
The bagless technology is very popular now and the leader in our little competition so far still goes with old-school vacuum bag technology. Kirby vacuum repair is less common because the frame is sturdier than other brands. This makes them a little heavier and unwieldy though. However with proper care, and maybe a little help from your Denver vacuum repairs company, Kirbys will last over 25 years.
All brands at this price scale come with all kinds of attachments, tools and doodads. While the usefulness of some can be questioned, carpet shampooing and duster applicators are unquestionably positives you should find in anything that costs this much. Some of these brands can only be bought from those door to door salesmen, who won't accept less than $1,000 for a new cleaner. In any case, these products should have an ironclad warranty before you buy. Some will let you choose your own vacuum repair company as part of the warranty should anything go wrong, while others just make you send it back to the manufacturer.
Kirby is well known at the upper end vacuum market. These products not only perform well, but rarely need to be taken into a Denver Kirby vacuum repair technician. The new upscale competitor for Kirby is Dyson. The Dyson is very good, but when it comes to the common vacuum clogging problem, Kirby is ahead because their suction tubes are much wider. Their suction pressure is also higher despite the fact that a bigger, longer tube generally equals less pressure. Dyson vacuums have unique technology in that they do not loose sucking power as they fill up with dirt. However, Kirbys will still work harder and pull in more air even with a full bag, although they do lose some suction.
The bagless technology is very popular now and the leader in our little competition so far still goes with old-school vacuum bag technology. Kirby vacuum repair is less common because the frame is sturdier than other brands. This makes them a little heavier and unwieldy though. However with proper care, and maybe a little help from your Denver vacuum repairs company, Kirbys will last over 25 years.
All brands at this price scale come with all kinds of attachments, tools and doodads. While the usefulness of some can be questioned, carpet shampooing and duster applicators are unquestionably positives you should find in anything that costs this much. Some of these brands can only be bought from those door to door salesmen, who won't accept less than $1,000 for a new cleaner. In any case, these products should have an ironclad warranty before you buy. Some will let you choose your own vacuum repair company as part of the warranty should anything go wrong, while others just make you send it back to the manufacturer.
Evolving Vacuum Technology
These cleaners are basically identical to the 1950's cleaners in terms of vacuum power, but the Chinese assembly is not always up to the same quality. If you have one of these cheap things, simply replacing it is probably cheaper than taking it to a Denver vacuum repairs shop. This is probably the company's selling strategy anyways.
Those Kirby vacuums on the other hand are so expensive that taking them to your Denver Kirby vacuum repairs shop can be seen as an investment. Most damaged vacuum cleaners have a simple problem like a broken belt or clogged filter. Some college students and new owners do not even realize that their cleaners have bags that need to be replaced. And "bagless" versions have been challenging consumers for years. It is as if they think this technology puts a black hole in the vacuum that will suck up everything into an infinitely small space. The fact is that there is a lot of dirt on your floors and when you are vacuuming it up, it means you want it to go somewhere. Bagless technology still concentrates all that hair and skin into a container.
The next step up in difficulty in a vacuum repair job is electrical problems. Frayed wires and burnt out engines are the most common problems. Wires can be replaced easily by vacuum repair techs. A burnt motor is also easy to replace, but the cost of the replacement can be steep. Vacuum cleaner motors are more similar to air conditioning compressors than blenders or other appliance motors.
Monday, June 28, 2010
Tips and Advice for Vacuum Cleaner Repairs
Posted by: Hoover Specialist
I don't know if you've had the chance to find out for yourself yet, but vacuum cleaner repairs are extremely expensive. Depending on how much you like to spend on a vacuum cleaner, it might be cheaper just to get a new one and be done with the troubles of the old one breaking down. If you've been lucky enough to have a vacuum that has always been in good working order, let me paint a picture for you. Vacuum cleaner repair stores are usually scary places. It's where old, dusty models from the 70s and 80s go to die (or collect more dust while waiting for another repair).
The stores themselves are usually in bad areas of town and just look like seedy places. When it comes to the people who actually do the vacuum cleaner repairs, they're usually on par with used car salesmen. Like any sketchy mechanic, they'll try to sell you services that you don't really need.
Still, unless you're an expert on vacuum cleaners (and who is these days?), you won't know if the repairman is telling you the truth or just trying to scam you out of more money. Fortunately, if you've recently purchased a model that has a good warranty, you can take your vacuum cleaner in to get repaired without having to worry about the cost. Since the vacuum cleaner company will cover the price of repairs, you need not be concerned with it.
The only time vacuum cleaner repairs are worth your time is if they're free under the warranty. Otherwise, I'd try to stay out of those places as much as possible. If you do decide to get a new vacuum cleaner, I suggest purchasing an extended warranty on it so you don't have to worry about spending more money on repairs or buying a new one.
I don't know if you've had the chance to find out for yourself yet, but vacuum cleaner repairs are extremely expensive. Depending on how much you like to spend on a vacuum cleaner, it might be cheaper just to get a new one and be done with the troubles of the old one breaking down. If you've been lucky enough to have a vacuum that has always been in good working order, let me paint a picture for you. Vacuum cleaner repair stores are usually scary places. It's where old, dusty models from the 70s and 80s go to die (or collect more dust while waiting for another repair).
The stores themselves are usually in bad areas of town and just look like seedy places. When it comes to the people who actually do the vacuum cleaner repairs, they're usually on par with used car salesmen. Like any sketchy mechanic, they'll try to sell you services that you don't really need.
Still, unless you're an expert on vacuum cleaners (and who is these days?), you won't know if the repairman is telling you the truth or just trying to scam you out of more money. Fortunately, if you've recently purchased a model that has a good warranty, you can take your vacuum cleaner in to get repaired without having to worry about the cost. Since the vacuum cleaner company will cover the price of repairs, you need not be concerned with it.
The only time vacuum cleaner repairs are worth your time is if they're free under the warranty. Otherwise, I'd try to stay out of those places as much as possible. If you do decide to get a new vacuum cleaner, I suggest purchasing an extended warranty on it so you don't have to worry about spending more money on repairs or buying a new one.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Elizabeth_Bindas
A DIY Guide to Vacuum Repairs
Posted by: Hoover Specialist
It always seems that your vacuum will malfunction right before company is set to arrive. What do you do if your vacuum is not working correctly? Many people will simply throw away their vacuum and purchase a new one. However, did you know that it is quite easy to repair a vacuum cleaner?
You can find a lot of great information by checking out the website of the manufacturer who made your vacuum. For instance, if you have a Hoover vacuum, you can learn specifically about Hoover parts and how they work.
In order to repair the problem, you first need to determine what is wrong with your vacuum cleaner.
There are actually not a lot of vacuum parts which malfunction. The most common problem is a belt malfunction. To check out the vacuum cleaner belt, you will want to flip the vacuum on its front so that the brush is facing you. You will notice a small plate around the brush. Unscrew this. Check the belt. It is possible that it has snapped or has wrapped itself around a portion of the brush. If it is broken, you will want to take the belt with you to a store to purchase a new one. Many stores carry vacuum cleaner parts, including stores like Walmart and Target. You should be able to identify the proper size belt and many times a package will contain several size belts making it easier to insure you have the right one. Vacuum cleaner belts are not expensive at all.
You also will want to check the vacuum agitator brush. Sometimes it can become tangled with hair, pieces of carpet or string. You should use a pair of scissors to cut all of that out. Once it is clean, you can simply replace the belt and screw the plate back on the front.
If your vacuum is having poor suction, you might have something blocking one of the hoses. Remove the hoses one at a time, consulting your owner's manual if needed. If you have trouble reaching the blockage you can use the end of a mop or broomstick to push the obstruction through.
It also makes sense to do some routine maintenance on your vacuum. You will want to check the vacuum filter frequently to insure that it is not too dirty or blocked. The vacuum filter can affect the performanace of your machine. Also check the cord of your vacuum to make sure that it hasn't become frayed. Vacuum cords can often become damaged when they are run over by the vacuum.
Most of the problems you have with your vacuum will be related to either the agitator brush, the belt, or a blockage. You can save yourself a lot of time and money if you do the repairs yourself. You will be surprised how easy it is.
Sometimes a vacuum has electrical problems and those are a lot more difficult to fix on your own. In that case it is probably better to take it to someone who knows how to repair vacuums or make the move to a new machine.
Next time you have vacuum trouble, try these simple tricks. They might just breathe new life back into your vacuum!
It always seems that your vacuum will malfunction right before company is set to arrive. What do you do if your vacuum is not working correctly? Many people will simply throw away their vacuum and purchase a new one. However, did you know that it is quite easy to repair a vacuum cleaner?
You can find a lot of great information by checking out the website of the manufacturer who made your vacuum. For instance, if you have a Hoover vacuum, you can learn specifically about Hoover parts and how they work.
In order to repair the problem, you first need to determine what is wrong with your vacuum cleaner.
There are actually not a lot of vacuum parts which malfunction. The most common problem is a belt malfunction. To check out the vacuum cleaner belt, you will want to flip the vacuum on its front so that the brush is facing you. You will notice a small plate around the brush. Unscrew this. Check the belt. It is possible that it has snapped or has wrapped itself around a portion of the brush. If it is broken, you will want to take the belt with you to a store to purchase a new one. Many stores carry vacuum cleaner parts, including stores like Walmart and Target. You should be able to identify the proper size belt and many times a package will contain several size belts making it easier to insure you have the right one. Vacuum cleaner belts are not expensive at all.
You also will want to check the vacuum agitator brush. Sometimes it can become tangled with hair, pieces of carpet or string. You should use a pair of scissors to cut all of that out. Once it is clean, you can simply replace the belt and screw the plate back on the front.
If your vacuum is having poor suction, you might have something blocking one of the hoses. Remove the hoses one at a time, consulting your owner's manual if needed. If you have trouble reaching the blockage you can use the end of a mop or broomstick to push the obstruction through.
It also makes sense to do some routine maintenance on your vacuum. You will want to check the vacuum filter frequently to insure that it is not too dirty or blocked. The vacuum filter can affect the performanace of your machine. Also check the cord of your vacuum to make sure that it hasn't become frayed. Vacuum cords can often become damaged when they are run over by the vacuum.
Most of the problems you have with your vacuum will be related to either the agitator brush, the belt, or a blockage. You can save yourself a lot of time and money if you do the repairs yourself. You will be surprised how easy it is.
Sometimes a vacuum has electrical problems and those are a lot more difficult to fix on your own. In that case it is probably better to take it to someone who knows how to repair vacuums or make the move to a new machine.
Next time you have vacuum trouble, try these simple tricks. They might just breathe new life back into your vacuum!
Natalie Aranda writes on home and garden. It always seems that your vacuum will malfunction right before company is set to arrive. What do you do if your vacuum is not working correctly? Many people will simply throw away their vacuum and purchase a new one. However, did you know that it is quite easy to repair a vacuum cleaner? It also makes sense to do some routine maintenance on your vacuum. You will want to check the vacuum filter frequently to insure that it is not too dirty or blocked. The vacuum filters can affect the performanace of your machine. You can find a lot of great information by checking out the website of the manufacturer who made your vacuum. For instance, if you have a Hoover vacuum, you can learn specifically about Hoover parts and how they work. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Natalie_Aranda |
Repairing A Hoover WindTunnel Vacuum
Here is a good video about how to repair the Hoover WindTunnel Vacuum yourself:
If you try to do your own hoover vacuum repairs and are unsuccessful you may want to call a professional hoover repair shop.
Denver Vacuum Repairs & Maintenance
When your vacuum stops running or stops providing any suction, it usually always starts with a bad sound. All three of these are common things that happen when your vacuum cleaner breaks; tubes are clogged, machine quits working or it leaves a nasty stain on your carpet. The problem most people face when their vacuum cleaner breaking is that they do not know what part is broken inside of it that needs to be replaces. Hopefully this guide of vacuum cleaner parts will help you determine what you need to replace for your vacuum to run like it did when you first purchased it.Vacuum cleaner bags are the most common vacuum part that needs to be replaced. If they are not replaced when full, your vacuum’s motor will slowly deteriorate until it is broken. In the future, try and replace your bags when they are 75% full to ensure that you are keeping your vacuum healthy.
If you vacuum’s motor is running louder than usual, there is a good chance that it’s belt has broken. If you hear this sound, stop vacuuming right away. A nice thing about vacuum cleaner belts is they can be purchased at a discount store, online, or vacuum supply store. Your belt can also be broken if your vacuum starts to make black streaks on your carpet at you are using it. Replacing the belt is a relatively easy task that should be described in your owner’s manual.
It is important to clean your vacuum’s filter every now and then. It is not easy to tell when it needs to be cleaned – you need to look at it to see how dirty it is and then decide. Be careful when cleaning the filter because if you let the debris go loose into the air, you are making the air dirty and releasing a lot of allergens as well as dust that you do not want to inhale. Put air pressure on your filter and direct the air flow to a trash can carefully to remove the debris from the filter.It is important to perform routine maintenance to your vacuum in order to keep it running smoothly and for many years. If not, you are wasting your time vacuuming because your vacuum will not pick up debris as consistently as it would if it was clean. If you think your vacuum is broken, be sure to buy a replacement part or take it to a Denver vacuum repair shop for a professional look.
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