There is no right or wrong answer for this question, at least not with regard to the actual number of years a vacuum cleaner has been used. When you’re talking about a residential vacuum cleaner, there are some models that didn’t cost a lot that can hang around for 10, 15, or even 20 years or longer.
It basically comes down to a number of factors to determine whether or not the vacuum cleaner you’re using in your house at the moment is worth keeping or whether it’s time to make a new investment.
The quality of the vacuum is certainly going to make a difference. Higher quality vacuums will generally be constructed using higher quality parts. These parts are less likely to break or break down as compared to a much cheaper vacuum cleaner.
The overall use will also have an impact. If the vacuum cleaner is being used to pick up pennies, paperclips, and a host of other junk, including cat litter, rocks and pebbles, and more, it’s most likely going to break down much quicker.
Just because the internal components are spinning, it’s making noise, and is still sucking objects up doesn’t mean the vacuum cleaner is doing the job it was designed to do. A simple crack that leads to a break in the frame around the beater bar can affect the suction. This can make it much less effective at getting dirt and dust out of the carpet pile.
If you have any questions about the viability, strength, or durability of your current vacuum cleaner, it’s time to consider getting a new one. Even so, a new vacuum cleaner isn’t going to be enough to improve the cleanliness of old, worn out carpets. Only a professional carpet cleaning service can help in that regard. Still, once you have your carpets professionally cleaned, you want the right type of vacuum on hand to maintain it as well as possible for as long as possible.
