Vacuum cleaners suck! Or rather, problems arise when they stop sucking.
Because there are so many moving parts that can get clogged with dirt and dust, vacuum cleaners often lose their performance quickly. The video above shows simple ways to clean the vacuum cleaner hose, remove hair from the rollers, and freshen the air while cleaning.
But wait! There is more!
If you’ve ever felt that your vacuum cleaner is too powerful, there are also ways you can hack the vacuum cleaner (Lifehacker.com brand, 2019) to pick up small items you might have spilled or to remove dust from tiny areas like Soak up keyboards and plugs.
This article was originally published August 14, 2019 and was updated July 15, 2021.
