The GoVacuum Blog

By Michele Kadison

Electrolux keeps surprising us with its ability to move vacuum technology even further ahead of the curve.  Their Ultra Silencer model is exactly that.  When you look at their advertising, you see a baby curled up on the back of the unit, implying that the machine is just that silent, never waking the child.  If you are the type who gets the urge to vacuum at odd hours, such as 3 AM when you can’t sleep, then this is definitely the model for you!  Vacuum away, knowing that you won’t wake a soul.  The unit comes with an 1800 watt motor and claims to be four times quieter than most vacuums on the market.  It is created with optimized suction that can be controlled, high tech sound absorption material, along with seals that prevent air leaks.  With a low noise floor nozzle, soft wheels that never scratch, a shock absorbing bumper, and an easy grip soft rubber handle, the Ultra Silencer is the vacuum of the future.  Or at least the immediate future, for there is yet another Electrolux model that looks like the very next future indeed!

Welcome the Musical Vacuum Cleaner.  This model is based on the Ultra Silencer, but comes with an iPod dock and integrated speakers.  It seems that the designers of the Ultra were so inspired by its silence that they decided to let ardent vacuumers and music fans combine their passions.  The dock is built into the front of the unit, allowing us to listen to music while we vacuum away the dust.  It’s the “whistle while you work” concept, which I can verify as making cleaning a true pleasure.  Product line manager, Cecilia Gustavsson corroborates by saying that listening to music while we clean helps us stay focused, reduces our stress, and gives us a feeling of well being.  Who would have thought that vacuuming could be part of our pleasure principle!  Well, thanks to Electrolux, now it is.

By Michele Kadison

 One of the top vacuum cleaners that does the job in both professional and domestic settings is the Lindhaus HealthCare Pro Hepa upright model.  Versitile and lightweight, it cleans both carpeting and hard wood areas, with a low noise level.

The Lindhaus HealthCare Pro allows you to choose between either a HEPA filter or an active carbon cartridge, depending on your needs.  With a HEPA filter, you are able to remove particles at up to 99.97% efficiency, which is great during allergy season or after you’ve done your dusting and want to eliminate excess floating particles.  Using a carbon active cartridge allows you to remove odors and gasses that may be lingering in the immediate environment.  Because of the vacuums advanced exhaust technology, all carbon dust emitted from the exaust system is purified as it comes out of the motorized brushes, eliminating further contamination of your surroundings.  Containing an electrostatic micro-filter, which is used in hospitals to ensure that the air is biologically sound, the HealthCare Pro is ideal for maintaining optimum health requirements.

This Lindhaus vacuum cleaner comes with two motors, a 12 or 14″ power head base, standard on-board tools, an automatic shut-off feature, and the ability to adjust the machine to a comfortable working height.

By Michele Kadison

Oreck , one of the leading companies in the vacuum cleaner industry, has been working with the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Fund on a campaign called Clean for the Cure, helping to find a cure for cancer. By donating $25.00 from each purchase of the Oreck XL Upright Model U3671, consumers can rest assured that they are also doing their part in helping women fight and hopefully win against breast cancer.

Since Oreck got on board in July 2009, $1.3 million has been raised by selling the pink Special Edition vacuum cleaner in conjunction with the Susan G. Koman Fund.  Started by Susan’s sister, Nancy G. Brinker as a testimony to Susan’s fight against cancer and her vigilance in helping other women in the same condition, the fund has seen a $1.5 billion investment since its inception in 1982.  It is now considered the largest grassroots network of activists and survivors with contributions from a wide spectrum of supporters, sponsors, and partners such as Oreck.

The Oreck XL Upright Model U3671 is frontrunner in the new wave of vacuum cleaners on the market.  With its MicroSweep technology, it is able to move from thick carpeting to bare floors with equal efficiency as it adjusts to each surface.  It comes with dual-edge side brushes that effectively clean edges such as moldings and baseboards, with antimicrobial protection embedded in the roller brush bristles to handle the miniscule particles that can contribute to allergies and disease. Its additional IntellaShield technology fights odors, mold, mildew, and bacteria, even when the vacuum is turned off!  A powerful hypo-allergenic filtration system eliminates 99.9% of allergens to assure that your home is as free as it can be of irritants.

The Oreck XL comes with a dirt-search lighting system that illuminates debris, a disposable bag attachment dock with a “Saniseal” that traps dirt and dust inside, and an inner bag that traps odors.  It boasts an ergonomically designed handle that keeps you from having to bend or twist your wrist uncomfortably during use, which has been recommended by the Arthritis Foundation as being especially helpful to those who suffer from arthritis.  At a mere 9 lbs, the vacuum cleaner is easy to maneuver, especially with its 30-foot power that allows for a long range of movement.

Along with all of the exceptional attributes mentioned above, the Oreck XL U3671 comes with a five-year warranty and its guarantee that you are doing your part in helping find a cure for cancer.  Need I say more?

 By Michele Kadison

Ok, ok, so I can’t stop talking about these robotic vacuums!  Its just hard to get over the fact that I don’t have to do it myself anymore… that I can have my own personal cleaning device to do all the work more thoroughly than I ever could.

I’ve just checked out the Roomba vacuum, which is a state of the art cleaning “angel”invented by the geniuses at IRobot.  This is the future looking us square in the face saying, rest… relax… enjoy life… let me do the work!

The Roomba is made with patented technology that makes this state-of-the-art vacuum cleaner one of the best around.  Picking up hair, dirt, and debris from any type of surface, the Roomba comes with a special anti-tangle technology that allows it to vacuum even fringed rugs and electrical cords.  Imagine all that dust accumulating in that fringe and around those cords… effortlessly and finally gone!  The Roomba includes a spinning brush that cleans corners, edges, and along walls, and also incorporates two counter-rotating brushes that whip away large debris.  Because it is so compact, the unit easily glides underneath furniture, going where any man or woman might fear to tread.  And to top it off, the Roomba has an infrared sensor that keeps it from falling off stairs and ledges along with two sensors designed to direct the vacuum cleaner towards especially dirty areas in a room.

And just when you think you’re jaw can’t drop any further, here’s the best part: the Roomba has 15 sounds that speak to you, advising you on the tasks it has accomplished and are about to do like “done,” “back up,” and “found charger.”  Found charger just threw me for a loop because this means that the unit goes back home on its own to recharge once the battery is low.  Some of the newest Roomba models are now created to clean up to four rooms on a single charge, making this mighty household appliance a true force.

The Roomba has a memory.  It will remember the layout of a room for all cleaning moments to come.  Newer models even allow you to program the unit to turn on every day at a specific time so that you can return home to immaculately clean floors.  There is even a special ‘pet series’ which is specifically designed to pick up hair balls, dander, and any other type of pet debris.

This time saving wonder is not expensive, and well worth looking into if, like me, you would rather delegate floor cleaning to something that is infinitely more talented at it than you can ever be!

Some people like to vacuum the house, some people don’t.  But the inevitable truth is that vacuuming is really the only way to get the dust and dirt cleaned up without having to revert to the broom and dustpan, which has never been ideal.

For people like me who can’t always find the time to keep my home as clean as I like, a remote control vacuum can really become a woman’s or man’s best friend.

In my mind, a remote control vacuum is a gift from the cleaning gods.  It automatically maps and navigates a room, sweeps it and cleans it, and automatically turns off when it is finished.  It has an input jack that allows it to recharge a sensor detector to mine the fields where stairs and drop offs are concerned, a bagless dust box, an excellent filter system, and wheels that stay in contact with the floor, no matter what the surface. Additionally, most will shut down automatically if they stall or become jammed. And oh, I forgot to mention, remote vacuum cleaners are wireless.  Who could ask for more?

One of the best remote control vacuum cleaners I’ve come across is the CleanMate 365 QQ-2, which runs for 60 minutes on a single charge and then returns to home base for recharging.  After the charge is complete, there it goes, back to cleaning until the job is done.  The CleanMate is made in a very manageable compact size.  It comes with bristles and a flexible blade with beater bars that allows it to be used on almost any surface, including hard wood, tile, and ceramic floors as well as long pile or loop pile carpeting.  It also includes an ultraviolet light accessory that both deodorizes and kills household bacteria, which is especially great if you have pets or kids, or both.   And if this isn’t enough, it costs no more than a high-end conventional vacuum cleaner.

When you don’t have the time to vacuum your home, when you feel lazy but still want the house to be spotless, a remote vacuum cleaner will become your saving grace, your favorite appliance, and a purchase you will never regret.  Take it from me… I’m hooked!

By Michele Kadison

Keeping your home clear of dust, insect debris, mold, pet dander, and hair is best done with a good vacuum cleaner.  There is no limit to the visible and invisible dirt particles that can infest a home, causing potential allergies and illness as we inhale them.   By vacuuming on a regular basis, you can keep your home relatively free of irritants that can affect the respiratory system as well as eyes, nose, and skin.

Choosing the right vacuum is a must, but there are also ways that you can bolster the power of your cleaning regimen.  Here are a few tips on how to keep your home in the cleanest condition possible on a daily basis.

Use a doormat outside and inside the front door.
As we come in from outside, we are tracking in enormous quantities of dirt and dust.  Wipe your shoes and boots on these mats before taking them off.  Be sure to vacuum and wash these mats often.

Take your shoes off!
There is no reason to walk around the intimacy of your home in shoes that have been all over the streets and the great outdoors.  Place a bench or chair near your front door to make taking footwear off easy.  A special area nearby for keeping shoes and boots orderly is also a good idea.

Check your vacuum cleaner filter and bag often.
Check your filter to make sure it is clean.  If it is the washable type, wash it often.  If not, change it according to the manufacturer’s recommendation.  If your vacuum cleaner has a bag, change it as soon as it is full.  Checking, cleaning, and replacing should all be done outdoors if possible.

Wear a dust mask.
If you are dust-sensitive, wear a mask while vacuuming or cleaning your home in any manner.  Anyone in your family with an allergy to dust or suffering from asthma should be out of the house while vacuuming is being done.  Protect your pets by letting them outside while you vacuum.

Buy A HEPA Filter Vacuum Cleaner.
HEPA filter vacuum cleaners are excellent units for ensuring that even the most minute particles are taken out of the air. The Miele S4780 Orion makes an excellent choice with its 1200-watt performance and its quiet motor.  With its powerful filtration system, the Miele S4780 Orion is known for an efficiency in retaining particulates of up to 99.97%.

by Michele Kadison
Dander
When it comes to your pet, make sure he or she is groomed properly and has a balanced diet to prevent dry skin.  Brush your pet  outside your home.

Vacuuming is Key
One of the most effective ways of maintaining an allergy-free home is to vacuum it frequently with a HEPA vacuum.  This is a vacuum that has been tested for particle emissions.  A HEPA unit consists of a filtration system that captures microscopic particles and prevents them from being re-released into your home.

Choosing the Right Vacuum Cleaner
Finding the right HEPA vacuum for your particular home is essential for thorough cleaning. Choose a vacuum cleaner based on what type of flooring you have in your home.

Canister vacuum cleaners are ideal for use on full carpets as well as cleaning drapes where many irritants can lodge. This type of model is also effective when cleaning bare wood or tile floors as well as stairways, corners, and ceilings where dust traps love to collect.  Upright vacuum cleaners are great for deep cleaning, especially on deeper carpet pile where heavy suction is necessary for pulling out dust and debris. If your home has rugs and/or low pile carpet, you may want to consider a turbo model for extra help in pulling dust out of the fibers. Test the vacuum you are considering for strong suction power as well as ease of use.  Make sure filtration is of the highest quality.

Maintaining Your Vacuum
Maintaining your vacuum cleaner is equally important.  Make sure your filter is cleaned on a regular basis and that you throw away your used vacuum bags just before they become completely full.

Staying Allergen-Free
Keeping your home free of allergens is not difficult.  With the right equipment and the discipline of keeping a regular cleaning schedule, you and your family will be breathing free and clear as you enjoy a mite, mold, and dander-free lifestyle!

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.

What we found is that we have nothing but love for the Love-less MU305 Cheetah and MU405 Cougar.

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.

GoVacuum Offers World Class Miele Vacuums Risk Free for a 30 Day Trial Period

GoVacuum’s firm belief in the quality of Miele vacuum cleaners prompts new risk free offer, giving customers added incentive to experience the joy of Miele ownership.

Sterling, VA (PRWEB) September 24, 2008 — GoVacuum, an online leader of vacuum and air purifier sales, announces a new program that allows customers to enjoy the quality of Miele vacuum cleaners for a 30-day, risk-free trial period. GoVacuum guarantees to absorb all return shipping costs for customers who aren’t completely thrilled with their Miele vacuum cleaner within 30 days of purchase.

Miele vacuums earned top awards in GoVacuum’s best vacuum profile series during August of 2008, taking honors for being the best canister vacuums available in the industry. Miele machines are praised by allergy sufferers and independent researchers alike for having the best air hygiene stats in the business.

Customers interested in Miele vacuum cleaners can take advantage of the risk free 30 day trial offer either in person at GoVacuum’s retail store locations (Vacuums Unlimited) in the DC area , online at GoVacuum.com or by calling a sales representative any day of the week at 1-866-468-2288.

For additional information about GoVacuum or Miele products, contact Chris Jones at 1-866-468-2288 or visit Vacuums Unlimited’s four retail locations. No appointment is necessary.

About GoVacuum and Vacuums Unlimited — Family owned and operated for more than 30 years, Vacuums Unlimited operates four retail locations in Northern Virginia and ships popular vacuums and hard-to-find replacement parts to customers throughout the United States (and to military bases around the world) through its internet subsidiary, GoVacuum.com. They have retail locations in Fairfax, Vienna, Herndon and Sterling; all four locations are Authorized Miele Diamond Dealers. GoVacuum.com, in existence since 1996, has an impressive record of friendly customer service and great frequent-buyer-discounts. Customers love the site’s ease of use, huge inventory, and unbeatable prices.

Vacuums Unlimited and GoVacuum sell a full range of vacuum cleaners, air cleaners, bags, belts, filters, parts and accessories for Dyson, Riccar, SEBO, Kirby, Electrolux, Hoover, Eureka, Powr-Flite, IQAir, Blueair, Roomba, AirFree, Bissell, Bosch, Dirt Devil, Earlex, Karcher, Koblenz, Ladybug, Love-Less Ash Fireplace Vacs, Lindhaus, Oreck, Royal, Rainbow, Sanitaire and more.

Unlike “Big Box” or department stores, Vacuums Unlimited and GoVacuum have genuinely knowledgeable salespeople that specialize in nothing but vacuums and air cleaners. They are able to offer real advice, frank comparisons and expert recommendations for commercial and household needs alike. Call 7 days a week at 1-866-468-2288.

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Buying a vacuum cleaner is an interesting experience at the best of times. What sort of surface will it be used on; how large is the area to be cleaned; Upstairs/downstairs? These are all important considerations for a home vacuum cleaner. Commercial vacuum cleaners require consideration of other areas; the three most important being:

• Noise:
  Depending on the environment, you will need to consider how much noise each vacuum cleaners make. For many buildings, the cleaning is done after hours. However, we seem to be moving into a work ethic of variable and longer hours particularly at special times of the year (like tax time). 

  Commercial Vacuum cleaners that are being used in hospitals, casinos and hotels need to be as quiet as possible as these premises are in use 24 hours per day.

• Filtration:
  For many buildings, filtration is not a big issue. However, in buildings that are in use 24 hours per day, like hospitals and casinos, air filtration will be an important factor. The one thing that people don’t want is to be irritated by airborne particles. A good HEPA filtration system should be considered.

• Use:
  Use covers several factors such as weight, particularly if stairs or long distances are involved. Size and maneuverability are also part of the use factor that should be taken into consideration. 

  In areas where there is frequent traffic while you are cleaning, you don’t want a large commercial vacuum cleaner that will get in people’s way. Likewise, if you need to get in and around gaming tables or slot machines, you need a cleaner that has the appropriate attachments.

Obviously, other factors need to be considered such as the surface that is being cleaned and whether or not there is a personal preference for wheeled or backpack style commercial vacuum cleaners.

If you are considering a commercial vacuum cleaner the seek advice from an expert like those in our stores. You can visit our GoVacuum.com site or call us for further information and advice on the best commercial vacuum cleaner for your needs.