Q:Does Panasonic make vacuum cleaners for Kenmore?

Most Kenmore vacuums are made by Panasonic (Matsushita Electric Corporation of America).

Q:My husband has really long, really strong hair. We've killed quite a few vacuum cleaners with his hair (the hair wraps around the spinny thing and inevitably breaks the motor). Because of this, I'm assuming I can't get that kind of vacuum cleaner: stand up vacuum with the spinning brush. What type and/or brand of vacuum should I get?

You can have the kind of vacuum cleaner with a spinning brush, which is the kind that works best for cleaning carpets. You just have to look after it and since you know that long hair is a problem then clean it out of the vacuum cleaner once in a while. A canister vacuum that gives you a choice between using the spinning brush or using a floor brush only might be a good choice. However, if you vacuum a carpet with just a floor brush it doesn't work that well and it doesn't matter how powerful the vacuum is. The beating action of that spinning brush is what knocks dirt out of the carpet so it can be vacuumed up. A floor brush probably won't even pick up all the hair and it definitely won't get all the dust out of the carpet. This isn't about how the machine performs. This is about you not giving the machine the maintenance it needs for the conditions it's being used in.

Q:What is the point of this, if you are more than likely not going to be vacuuming at night? I've heard people say that it is to quot;know if a specific area is cleanbut I mean seriously... I don't think you really need lights do you?? Just vacuum during the day perhaps? Works for me and I don't have a dirty house.

Maybe it's like a deer in the headlights. those dust bunnies just freeze when you shine a light on them.

Q:I essentially am looking for a carpet/floor upright vaccum cleaner. I was looking around in stores and found a lot of choice however. I notieced the following things about various brands.1. Bissell = Seems to be the cheapest and offers more features for it's price but looks kind of flimsy. Is this a good brand. Offers 1 yr warranty.2. Dirt devel = Cost a little more and looks better. Offers 2 yr warranty?3. Hoover = I know this is a well known brand but all I was able to see was the steamvacs. My mom had one and it's about 4 yrs old. Its very good still cleans up.Also I noticed Canaster Vacuum cleaners. What are the advantages of these? What is the purpose of having a canaster? I just don't want to get a habbit of purchasing a vacuum every 1 year because it breaks....

Do you have a pet with long hair? If yes, the Dyson Animal (purple) is the only bagless upright that does not clog up. It cleans up all the hair from my German Shepherd, cat dander, etc. I have had it 1 year and it is great. However, it is really expensive--around $500. Otherwise, I would get a Hoover with HEPA bags. You should check out some consumer reviews--like Consumer Reports or go on OKorder.

Q:are there any vacuum cleaners with the carpet shampooer built in?

As much as i like the Kirby it's shampoo system is only average. To answers your question there are a few vacuums that have both vacuum and carpet cleaning capabilities Like Rainbow Thermax and a bissell. Each of them have to be converted for carpet cleaning (water tank added) and come with a pretty hefty price tag the bissell is the lowest in cost (280+) but it does not have an electric power nozzle so it's vacuuming abiltity will be poor. The rainbow and Thermax are both door to door vacuum cleaner and brand new can cost over $1000 they use water as their filter medium so converting them for carpet cleaning often just involves adding the clean water tank and changing the wands Rainbows vacuum well and i've heard the same of Thermax in terms of carpet cleaning ability i've only used older models and the carpet cleaners have changed quite a bit since then but i preffered the thermax's system I

Q:Do any ladies have an old vacuum cleaner that they would love to part with? I'm looking for some older style soft-bag uprights if possible. What style/color do you have? Thanks!!

none, haven't used those in yrs a have a whole house vac,system go to s used store or swap meet, they may have some cheap.

Q:need to find a good vacuum that can clean big areas of carpet, help remove all the nasty things in the air and take away pet hair.. by the way its a house of 9 people 3 dogs and 3 puppys (around 1 month old that are growing really fast)... please help me out here...

The Bissell 3920 Pet Hair Eraser Dual Cyclonic upright vacuum cleaner cleans up after your pets. A Pet Contour Tool helps you clear pet hair from hard to reach areas like stairs. A Pet Turbo Brush helps you get dirt and pet hair out of your upholstered furniture. The Pet Hair Lifter works like a lint brush in conjunction with the 15 inch wide cleaning foot to pull pet hair out of your carpet. THE BISSELL 3920 USES DUAL CYCLONIC ACTION TO KEEP THE SUCTION AT FULL POWER. The Pet Hair Eraser also has a HEPA Media Filter so that the air in your home will be clean. HEPA filters trap 99.97% of the particles out of the air. The dirt container has no messy filters so it is a breeze to empty. It is also clear so you can see how full it is and empty it when needed. This also helps you remove an item that you might have vacuumed up by accident. For a mess-free pet hair vacuum, purchase a Bissell 3920 Pet Hair Eraser Dual Cyclonic upright vacuum cleaner today! Specifications Model #: 3920 Special Product Feature: Pet Hair Lifter Power Rating: 12 amps Cleaning Path: 15 Cleaning Surface Type: Carpet, Bare Floors, Upholstery, Stairs, Auto Separation System: Dual Cyclonic Cord Length: 35' Filter Cleaning: Clean Filter Indicator Filtration: HEPA Media Bag Type: Bagless Surface Settings: 7 (dial) Brush: Rotating Upholstery Hose Length: 14' Other: Dual Edge Cleaning and Carrying Handle Additional Tools: Pet Contour Tool, Pet TurboBrush, 15 3/4 Extension Wand, Upholstery Tool and Crevice Tool Benefits A Pet Contour Tool pulls out dirt and hair from difficult to clean areas such as stairs. Excellent ability to pick up dirt and pet hair because of two stage cyclonic action. Vacuum your pet's favorite resting place thoroughly with the Pet TurboBrush.

Q:My dog sheds year round, but even more so in the summertime. I've gone through several vacuum cleaners that work at first, then stop altogether. I dismantle the hose and clean out the hairs if they clog but I can't get adequate. What could be wrong? Can you recommend a vac that really picks up pet hair effectively?

I gotta love my Dyson! It is SO easy to see clogs in the clear hose. Any part that curves has a quick detach to check. It sucks great and picks the hair up no problem. No bags to buy and it really does not loose suction. I have had mine for six years now and am just as happy today as I was when I bought it.

Q:What are the best vacuum cleaners on the market today? I've heard good things about the Dyson, how bout you?

I have a Dyson. It does work well. I love not having to change bags, but more then that the washable filter is priceless because my last vacuum (a Hoover upright canister vac) had a filter you were supposed to replace every three months. I never did because I could never find one to buy! I'm positive its performance (and my allergies) suffered because of it. The Dyson sucks (in a good way) like it claims, without losing suction, but it is still just a vacuum. If you have carpet in poor condition it's not going to magically fix it. It will however keep a newer or decent carpet well-maintained. I use mine at least once a week on very light beige carpet and I've owned it probably two years or so. My only complaint with the version I own (a Best Buy exclusive at the time) is that the vacuum head is bulky. To get under my bed or along under some built-ins you have to use the hose with the low profile head attached. It works fine, but having to switch is a hassle. I'd buy it again.

Q:which are the best vacuum cleaners?

For years, I always had Eureka. They are good, but 4 yrs ago, I bought an Oreck and I would not buy any other brand. It is lightweight, is great for allergens and it cleans well. I take it in for maintenance once a year. The first three or four years it is cost free for maintenance. I like the fact that it is self leveling when you go from hard surfaces to carpet. I recommend an Oreck. They may cost a bit more, (varies as to styles,) but to me they are well worth their price. I use my on tile, linoleum, parquet wood flooring, and carpet with ease and efficiency. I've never had my Oreck to kick out any dirt particles to the back of the vacuum as I have had with other uprights. I also have an Oreck cannister/with shoulder strap that is lightweight to use for cleaning upholstery, stairs, baseboards and ceiling fans etc.