The Hoover Linx Bagless Cordless Stick Vac has the cleaning power of a full size upright, but with the body of a lightweight stick vacuum. We were very impressed here at GoVacuum how powerful this motor really is. This machine is ideal for those in between cleanings or quick picks ups, or for someone who has a physical disability and can’t push around a full size vacuum, but has to vacuum the house themselves.
What really is impressive on the machine is the fact it has a separate motor for the power brush. This brush does an excellent job on carpeting, and will eat pet hair for breakfast! Most cordless stick vacuums leave a lot to be desired in terms of the suction power, and cleaning carpets, however the Hoover Linx Stick Vacuum and it’s motorized power head are ideal for all surfaces of flooring, including homes with pets, or thick carpets.
What’s even better is that Hoover has really backed up this machine by giving it a 6 Year Parts And Labor Warranty. Most other cordless vacuums come with a 1 year warranty.
The battery life was a little disappointing as we were only able to vacuum for 20 minutes before the battery died, however within 3 hours of the battery being placed on the charger, we were back up and cleaning on a full charge. Like most bagless vacuums, this machine will tend to expel more particles then a bagged model would, so if you have allergies or breathing issues this may be a concern for you. The motor filter is washable, and should be washed every 3 months for maximum efficiency.
We don’t need to tell you how charming or pleasant a fireplace can make your home, and we surely don’t need to tell you how much of a hassle it can be to clean up afterward. With that in mind, GoVacuum thought this would be a great opportunity to discuss one of our industry’s lesser-known but highly-effective products: Ash Fireplace vacuum cleaners.
Anyone who’s ever unsuccessfully tried to suck up ash with a house vacuum and subsequently ruined it, or exhausted themselves trying to clean out the fireplace with a shovel, knows how vital this piece of equipment is. Simply put, an ash vacuum is a must-have for this season. And as a little holiday treat for our loyal customers, we’ve put the best ash vacuums in the industry to the test to find the best one on the market, the one that gets the GoVacuum thumbs-up.
Both models have a significant edge on the competition because they’re able to vacuum both warm and cold ashes, due to having a five-foot flame-resistant hose. But where these vacuums really shine is their filtration system: Both also have a specially designed two-stage filtering system that includes two separate filters, ensuring that the vacuum traps every bit of ash and no dust contaminates your home. They’re also powered by a 6-amp motor and have a 3-gallon container that’s also fireproof, so cleaning your fireplace takes just minutes and doesn’t need those annoying bags that most vacuums employ.
The difference between the Cheetah and Cougar (besides the price) is that the Cougar has a much quieter motor, reducing the noise level by 40 percent, which means you won’t have to worry about waking the house when cleaning your fireplace. The Cheetah also comes in two colors, black and winter scene, which gives you the option of leaving it out instead of storing it.
It takes a lot for a product to meet GoVacuum’s lofty standards. Love-less offers us not one this holiday season, but two. And because of that, we can all spare our house vacuums and use our shovels for an equally painful task: clearing snow off the driveway.
In the October GoVacuum newsletter, we featured Space Bags as a convenient way to both organize and save space in your home as well as pack for your trips this holiday season. And in response to the numerous requests we received about shooting a video about Space Bags, we created one demonstrating the efficiency of the Space Bags and posted it on our YouTube page.
Even better is that we’ve lowered the prices on the Space Bags and are even offering Free Shipping on all available Space Bags. Supplies are limited on this offer, so buy yours today.
November 2, 2008 at 2:32 pm
· Filed under GoVacuum
Most of our customers know us through our online store, but we also have local brick and mortar retail stores in the DC Metro Area, specifically in Northern Virginia (Fairfax, Vienna, Herndon and Sterling). The retail stores operate under the name Vacuums Unlimited (GoVacuum is the internet subsidiary of Vacuums Unlimited).
The hype about the 2008 elections has been astounding with many claiming this election to be the most important in US history. For us, the most important aspect of democracy is citizen participation. We encourage everyone to vote this Tuesday, November 4th at their local voting stations. For information on where to vote in your area, click here.
To reward the DC Metro Area residents who fulfilled their civic duties and voted, we are offering a 10% discount on all products* for those customers who come into any of our retail store locations with a “I voted sticker.”
October 31, 2008 at 10:24 am
· Filed under GoVacuum, Miele
Although we are a bit delayed in congratulating Miele, we feel it is relevant, nonetheless. Miele came away with two Consumers Digest “Best Buy” awards this year. Its S5280 Callisto and S163 Universal Upright vacuums earned the honors, further demonstrating Miele’s commitment to excellence in quality.
“We are thrilled to have not one, but two vacuum cleaner products in the Best Buy family,” said Paul McCormack, Senior Marketing Manger for Miele, Inc. “We’ve always felt that our high standards of quality, performance and filtration added up to a great value. Now there’s absolutely no doubt.”
Bill Anand, our CEO at GoVacuum, AKA, the Godfather of Vacuums, was delighted but not surprised upon hearing the good news. “This is precisely why we have so much success selling their products as a Miele Diamond Dealer,” Anand said. “Miele is dedicated to offering consumers the best vacuums on the market. Earning ‘Best Buy’ awards is par for the course for Miele.”
Consumers Digest defines a product as a “Best Buy” as offering outstanding value for its price and that merits special attention from consumers. It is awarded to nationally available products.
The Miele S163 universal upright is a small but potent vacuum that works great on carpets, rugs, and smooth surfaces.
The Miele Callisto canister is Miele’s best canister vacuum, as its combination of power and efficiency made it a logical choice for the Best Buy award.
The latest installment of our GoVacuum Video Series breaks down the Sebo Felix, easily the most versatile vacuum we offer. It’s basically an all-in-1 vacuum, or to put it another way, a total home cleaning system. By incorporating the benefits of an upright, canister, and hand held vacuum and floor buffer, the Sebo Felix can meet all your cleaning needs.
What we noticed first about the Sebo Felix, what truly sets it apart from its competitors, is its compatibility with the Sebo Disco floor polisher. The Sebo Disco floor polisher is the only one on the market that also employs a vacuum while buffing bare floors. Anyone who’s ever tried this knows how irritating the dust accumulation can be, so it’s nice that a manufacturer took notice as well and also offered a solution.
But make no mistake; the Sebo Felix is a powerful, easy-to-use vacuum too. The swivel head is a must-have, and it, combined with the general maneuverability of the body, makes it the most convenient vacuum we’ve gotten our hands on. It also has an adjustable handle to match the height of anyone using it.
Another feature of the Sebo Felix that really speaks to its versatility is the adjustable speed mode. With a simple slide, you can as easily vacuum a thick carpet as you can gently clean an expensive oriental rug. Some vacuums can be particularly harsh on delicate surfaces, but this isn’t a concern with the Sebo Felix.
This vacuum also does something that most of its competitors do not: it turns into a portable hand vacuum. It comes attached to the body, so all you have to do is remove the head and voila, your stairs and couches are able to be cleaned.
It’s easy to sell a product when it’s superior to the competition. There simply isn’t another product on the market that offers the power and versatility that it does. We have yet to find a vacuum that compares to this, but rest assured that when GoVacuum finds it, we’ll let you know. But thus far, the Sebo Felix is in a class of its own.
Can’t figure out how to fix the broken belt on your 80’s model Eureka vacuum? Looking for a new vacuum with super filtration to help your allergies? Want your vacuum to stop making that weird noise that drives you crazy?
There are many questions to be asked about vacuum cleaners. Whether you are curious about your old machine or are interested in finding a modern alternative, we are here to answer your questions. Last week, we introduced a new section on our site called “Ask GoVacuum.” In this section, we display all the questions that have been submitted to us, and the appropriate answers. Our team of vacuum experts does their best to answer your question, no matter how obscure. Many of the answers include links to schematics for your machines or pictures and videos illustrating how to do that impossible repair.
At the bottom of the page, you are able to submit your own question. Most questions will be answered within 24 hours.
As more questions come in, we will begin to organize the Ask GoVacuum section by brand and theme. We hope this helps.
As much as we would all like to have the time to clean regularly, that simply isn’t the case. Despite our best intentions, one way or another things always seem to push cleaning to the back of the to-do list. This is the main reason why the iRobot Roomba vacuum is such a popular product on the market. But does it live up to the hype? The GoVacuum team investigated, and the results are in.
Depending on what you’re looking for, a Roomba could be the perfect vacuum for you. Its appeal isn’t hard to understand. The Roomba operates by itself, meaning there’s no need for you to even be in the house, let alone push it around, during cleaning. Liken it to a remote-controlled toy truck that runs around without you having to move the joystick.
Some Roomba models can even be time-programmed, meaning you can have it clean your house or apartment while you’re at work or out of the house everyday.
Of course, none of that really matters if the thing can’t clean. Here’s where your expectations come into play. If you’re looking for an industrial-strength vacuum with bells and whistles that will leave your floor spotless, the Roomba won’t fulfill your cleaning needs. But if you’re looking for an everyday sweeper that will keep your floor looking clean when you’re too busy to vacuum yourself, look no further than your friendly robotic vacuum. It might not pick up every single particle of dirt, but it does an adequate job.
The Roomba machines are perfect for:
- People who hate vacuuming or simply don’t have the time to clean
- The elderly or those who don’t want to strain their body pushing around a traditional vacuum
- College students who aren’t going to clean after themselves
While the Roomba may not be the most powerful vacuum on the market, it’s unrivaled when it comes to those in-between maintenance cleanings to keep your place tidy. It’s also helpful for those who, frankly, aren’t going to clean otherwise. Trust us; pressing a button is far less daunting than spending an hour vacuuming every inch of your floor. Fortunately, with that single press of a button the Roomba will do it for you.
October 7, 2008 at 2:04 pm
· Filed under Industry News
The GoVacuum family was saddened to hear about the passing of Stan Kann last week, at the age of 83. For those of you who are unfamiliar with him, Kann was a world-class organist who honed his skill in St. Louis. But he also made a name for himself as possibly the world’s biggest vacuum cleaner aficionado.
Kann was an antique vacuum collector, his fascination with them stemming from childhood when his parents were too poor to afford one. But it was a chance encounter with Phyllis Diller, the famous stand-up comedian, that thrust Kann and his collection into the national spotlight. The two met when she was in St. Louis for a guest appearance on The Charlotte Peters Show (Kann was the co-host and musical director). After Kann showed her his collection, Diller introduced him to Johnny Carson, who invited him to showcase them on The Tonight Show on June 8, 1966. He was an instant hit with Carson and the audience, and Kann and his vacuums would subsequently make 76 more appearances on the show.
Kann’s childhood love of vacuums resulted in some humorous stories. Amazingly, he developed the ability to identify different models of vacuums by sound alone, and was known to knock on strangers’ doors if he heard one he didn’t recognize. And according to Kann, his parents used to bribe him to finish eating his dinner by promising that a neighbor would turn on her vacuum for him if he did.
At the time of his passing, it was said that Kann’s vacuum collection totaled over 180 machines.
While he’s sure to be remembered for his contributions to the world of music, we here at GoVacuum will remember Stan Kann for his love and passion for vacuums, both of which are surpassed by none.
Nothing is more frustrating than not finding the specific thing you are searching for when shopping for anything online. It is even more frustrating when the product you are searching for is only described with a specific model or part number, as is the case with many of the accessories we sell on GoVacuum.com. As a result, we’ve improved the search function on our site, users now are able to find those detailed parts, accessories and vacuum cleaners and even sort their results by price and relevancy.
We are actively monitoring our search results so that we can continue to improve our site’s usability on a daily basis. If you have any questions or comments about the search feature or the site in general, feel free to e-mail us at info@govacuum.com or leave a comment below.
