If you are ever vacuuming your rug or your flooring and you suddenly hear a strange noise in your vacuum cleaner, it might be a cause for concern. The obvious assumption is that something you vacuumed up might be moving around inside the vacuum cleaner. However, there can be many other causes that make strange sounds, and many of these sounds might mean there will be an issue with your vacuum cleaner that needs to addressed. In this article, we will cover common causes of vacuum cleaner sounds.
Is It Normal To Hear Rattling In Your Vacuum Cleaner?
It is fairly common to hear rattling sounds in your vacuum cleaner. Often if you vacuum up a piece of hard debris like crumbs you might hear an immediate rattling sound. The sound can continue as items move around inside of the vacuum’s hoses and inside the canister. However, the sound usually subsides quite quickly. The easiest solution is to empty the canister and to clean the tubes and vacuum cleaner to remove debris. After cleaning the vacuum, both by emptying the debris and by wiping it down, run the vacuum cleaner again and see if you hear anything. Continuous sounds or loud sounds coming from your vacuum might be an issue with the filter or motor.
When To Clean Your Vacuum Filter
One reason your vacuum cleaner may be making strange noises is because of the filters. As a filter gets full of debris, it is common for that filter to make noise as you vacuum. A dirty filter can also lead to may other issues when vacuuming. Cleaning and replacing filters is the best way to prevent damage to your vacuum cleaner. It is recommended you fully clean your vacuum cleaner on a regular basis including emptying it and cleaning the filters. Filters should also be replaced every six months. However, filters might need to be replaced with more or less frequency depending on how often you use your vacuum cleaner.
Why Is My Vacuum's Motor Or Fan Making A Sound
If the sound is coming from the vacuum’s motor or fan, this could mean a variety of things. Most notably, your motor or fan could be damaged or having issues due to clogs. When a vacuum cleaner becomes unusually loud, one of the most common reasons is that there is a blockage. Turn the vacuum off and try to clear and blockages that might be making your motor work overtime.
Vacuum Repair Services in Plymouth
Here in Plymouth, we provide vacuum repairs and cleaning services. We can replace broken elements from your vacuum cleaner and help you get your vacuum cleaner back up and running. If you have any questions regarding vacuum repair services or are looking to replace a vacuum cleaner, please contact us.