Good Morning Everyone:
So...what is the best vacuum? I talk with my customers about what they like and don't like, and I run one every day. Here are my thoughts...I hope you find this helpful.
Vacuum's with a bag seem more convenient than the bag-less ones: The main reason is that when one dumps a bag-less vacuum (or at least the one I have) it sprays dust into the air, and gets my hand and sometimes cloths covered with dust. Yes, it is cool to watch all that dirt accumulate in the tank. It just isn't very fun to dump. It does seem to me, too, that the bag holds a lot more dirt than a tank...of coarse, one can't see inside the bag, so maybe it is more easy to ignore how much you've scooped up and just keep going...
On the other hand, the bag-less ones do save on bags, both the cost and the waste, so that is something to consider. Maybe I should reconsider...
You get what you pay for, sort of: I have had quite a few vacuums. I have had a very nice, high dollar bag-less, a very very cheap bag version, and a commercial bag vacuum.
I must say, my very cheap vacuum does a pretty good job. However, after about a month of constant use, (not abuse) the handle began to break. It seems that it is beginning to break apart nearly everywhere. My advise is that if you need a cheep vacuum, buy one! They will likely work for a while, but will not hold up to heavy use (like a carpet cleaning company.)
We've discussed the bag-less...just remember, they can be more messy.
My commercial vacuum cost about 250$. Actually fairly inexpensive, compared to a lot of vacuums. It really does a great job. So great, that I use it in my own home versus our other vacuum. It does look a little dated- it sure doesn't look cool like a trendy bag-less. But it is very powerful, tough, and reliable. I would recommend one, even for your home weekly use. I think, for the cost, they really do a good job.
The other great thing about the commercial vacuum is that I purchased it from a small, family owned store here locally. These guys are pretty enthusiastic about vacuums and would be happy to talk with you. I don't want this to be about pointing you to a specific store or vacuum, but if you are in the market for one, give me a call and I'll give you my two cents. 402-480-1411.
Thanks!
Jeremy @reddogcarpetcleaning.com
