As we all hurry to spend our tax rebate checks, I want to pass along a couple of tips in regards to home purchases that will keep some of the money in your pocket.
Every home needs a good, quality vacuum. Even if your Maid Service is coming on a regular routine basis, it's important that you have a good vacuum to rely on for the in-between jobs. But with so many choices out there, how do you pick one? Today let's look at the upright vacuums. The most versitile and safest to use.
Carpet & Rug Institiute examined a wide price range of vacuums, from the very inexpensive ($49.99 to the pricey $1400.00--no it's not a Kirby). Overall the Sears Progressive Bagless Vacuum rated the best with a price tag of $279.00 and the Eureka Boss SmartVac the best bagging vacuum at $150.00. Both weigh in at approx. 20 pounds and have on-board attachments, and both do well with removing pet hair.
When making your choice for a quality sweeper, remember that all vacuums clog, all vacuums need maintenanced, most have filters, some do not. Are the bags and belts readily available at the store you are purchasing from? We recently bought new Hoover bagless vacuums only to discover that the belts are extremely difficult to find and most often we have to order them. Who wants to do all that? Not very convenient for the consumer. Do you need a warranty? Not necessarily. Let's face it, products made today are not made to last. Plan to replace your vacuum every 2-3 years. Price doesn't guarantee longevity.
It's not necessary to spend $500-700 on the newest, hottest vacuum out today. It will perform the same job that the $150-$250 vacuums produce. Anything more than $300 is money you have wasted.
Check out Jo Ann's Professional Touch, www.joannsprotouch.com, for all your home cleaning needs.
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