One of the most useful and needed home appliances is a vacuum cleaner. Like everything else, this technology has made some significant advancements over the last few years and if you are still yanking around that ancient vacuum cleaner that has been getting on your nerves, it is time to get an upgrade. Suction is probably the most important thing about vacuums, but you also might want to have some fun while cleaning your home.
Nowadays, vacuums offer you more than just a device that will destroy the dust bunnies and pull your pet’s hair out of the furniture and carpet. Here are the 5 most important features that you need to consider when you decide it is time to buy a new vacuum:
1. A retractable power cord
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You might think this is a feature that is not so important, but it is. If you have gotten tired of always holding the cord of your vacuum and then having to loop it around your hand in order for it not to bother you while cleaning your floors, a cord that retracts into the vacuum with every tug that you make will save you a lot of time and nerves. Do not expect this on all vacuums, since it is more common on canister vacuums. You should look for models that have a 30-foot cord, instead of the usual 20-feet cords that are on most machines. If you choose this cord, you will easily be able to get from one room to another, down the hall, and into each bedroom without having to switch outlets every time you enter a new room.
2. No bags needed
These appliances have been around for a long time, as well as the bagless technology. However, newer models that do not have bags have boosted the suction power, so you will be able to vacuum the living room carpet in no time. Of course, for all of us, the idea of it being bagless sounds quite appealing. You will not need to buy bags and you will only have to clean the filter from time to time in order to maintain it properly. It will also be easy for you to see the dirt and dust you have cleaned, and when the time comes for you to dump out the dirt, all you will have to do is dump it in a bag or garbage can.
3. Robotics
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You have probably seen these ones on various ads and commercials, and these vacuums use complicated algorithms in order to scoot around objects as well as under them. Some of the models operate on a timer and will plug themselves in to charge. If you do not clean under the couch often, these robot vacuums might help you with that as well. They are also great if you have pets since it will clean the hairs from the carpets in no time.
4. HEPA filtration
As we all know, vacuums use the bag as a filter. If you have noticed dust on the machine after you are done cleaning, it means that the arrangement releases dust back into the room. So, what is HEPA filtration? It stands for high-efficiency particulate air. According to the website allgreatvacuums.com, HEPA filters are made to trap 99.97 percent of the dust vacuumed. These filters will make sure that the dust does not escape and if someone has allergies and asthma in your household, you can make sure that they will not be affected by you vacuuming.
5. Weight
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Weight is an important feature to consider when you are thinking about a new vacuum. You will not want something that you cannot lift up to get all the cobwebs in the corners of the ceiling. You will want something that is light and easily transported from one place to another. When choosing a new vacuum, make sure that you check the weigh of it in order to know if you will be comfortable while handling it.
