One of the most common questions homeowners have is what to do with that broken vacuum. Sure there are a few ways you can make do (i.e. using tape on a cracked hose) but those solutions are hardly long-term. The three most common answers to the question “what should I do with my broken vacuum” are; fix it yourself, have it professionally repaired, or replace it entirely. But that brings up a whole host of more questions, if you are wondering how you should handle a broken vacuum, we will cover all three of the above mentioned answers in this article. Alternatively, you can reach out to our team here at Vacuum-City for a more personalized recommendation based on your specific vacuum brand and model.
Should You Fix Your Vacuum Yourself?
If your vacuum is having issues or not working entirely, one potential solution is the DIY repair route. We are a not talking about the short-term solutions like using tape on a bad hose, but instead buying the necessary parts and handling the replacement yourself. Depending on the age of your vacuum cleaner, the brand, and the model, it could be easy to impossible to find the exact right parts you need to fix a vacuum. So that should be your first step. Additionally, if you are not experienced in repairing appliances and equipment on your own, you may want to consider working with a local vacuum repair shop instead of handling the issue yourself, especially if it looks like a more complex project. While some projects are as simple as removing a bad handle and screwing in the new ones, electrical and motor repairs can be difficult for people without lots of experience.
Should You Have Your Vacuum Repaired Professionally?
The middle ground solution to a bad vacuum cleaner is to have it repaired professionally by a local vacuum cleaner maintenance shop like Vacuum City. This is recommended for those more complex projects, or projects that require specialized tools or parts that are difficult to get your hands on. However, the most common question when repairing a vacuum is how many more years do you think you can get out of it. It isn’t worth paying for vacuum repairs if you plan to replace it in a few months to a year. However, if the repairs can keep the vacuum working optimally for the next 3-5 years it could be worth the cost of investment.
Is It Time To Throw Out Your Old Vacuum?
At some point in every appliance’s life, repairs are just delaying the inevitable. There comes a time where the best thing to do with a broken vacuum is call it quits. For larger and more expensive issues (i.e. replacing a lot of the internal mechanisms of a vacuum) you may be better off investing in a new vacuum cleaner that can be used for years to come.
Vacuum Repair/Replacement Services in Plymouth
Here at Vacuum City we can help with all three of the above options. If you need replacement parts or attachments we can check our inventory and see if we have what you are looking for. If you want your vacuum repaired professionally, our team has decades of experience cleaning, maintaining, and repairing various vacuum cleaners for all of the top brands. And of course, if you are looking to call it quits on an old model and get a newer vacuum, we have great deals on some of the top vacuums for residential use.