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Vacuum Cleaner Help

I'm looking for a vacuum cleaner since I just got married and we're using a very old one from my mom. I have NO IDEA what to look for in a vacuum cleaner so please help. I'm not even sure what a good price point is on how much to spend. Advice? Thanks! :)

Re: Vacuum Cleaner Help

  • Things to consider:

    Bagged or bagless

    Upright or canister

    Are allergies a concern? If so you'll want one with a HEPA filter

    Do you need/want attachments (for upholstery, for example)?

    Power - the max allowable watts is 12, most fall between 7-12. The highest power doesn't mean squat if the motor or air flow design is poor. 

     

    Narrow your criteria down on type then start looking as price points, features, and power options for your criteria. Amazon is great for reviews. Vacuum prices range from $40-$1500, but remember that not all lower priced vacuums are bad and not all pricey ones are good.


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  • I have a Dyson Animal.  It is 8 years old and still going strong.  I bought it for $700 way back in the day.  I had a German Sheperd and REALLY needed it.  Now I have a Golden and need it EVEN more.  The thing I will say is it is HEAVY!  So if you have a lot of stairs (I do) then I don't actually recommend it. Easy to clean out and bagless though.
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  • I recommend the Dyson too!  I have a chocolate lab and have burned through other vacuums quickly.  It was worth it to me to make the big initial investment to have a vacuum last five years as opposed to getting a new one every year.  Plus the filtration is great for my allergies and the "ball" makes it easy to navigate.  Mine isn't particularly heavy; I just got it this past May. 
  • We have been using the Hoover Widepath Tempo

    for approximately 3-4 years.  It was cheap at $80 and well rated online.  It has some basic attachments, a hose and a brush.  It gets the job done on our 2 area rugs and 2 carpeted bedrooms.  It is bagged, but I liked that more since cleaning out the bag-less compartments on other vacuums was very unpleasant do to my allergies.  

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