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AIBU to ask how to keep a hoover working for more than two years?

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spanielitis · 28/12/2025 21:32

I have just had to replace yet another hoover because the suction has dwindled to the point I’d be better off sucking the dirt off the floor myself. I’ve tried Shark, Seba, Miele, Dyson but nothing ever lasts more than two years either because it falls apart or the suction goes. Is this just normal? I have always had at least one dog, currently two. Not huge shedders but produce a lot of dirt/grass seeds etc all year round. Wooden floors downstairs, carpets upstairs. I’d love any tips for keeping a hoover in good condition!

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Muddlethroughmam · 28/12/2025 21:50

Bought a Henry 13 years ago and it just died this year.
Regular cleaning, Replace the filter at least once a year... Jobs a goodun.

Myfridgeiscool · 28/12/2025 21:49

I used to get through a lot of hoovers until I bought a Henry. Had him for about 6 years, probably more, can’t remember.
He's a bit annoying but so reliable, I love him!

Pusstachio · 28/12/2025 21:47

Mine is called Suck. He is friends with Mop. Mop needs a special drink but Suck likes to eat Lego like sweeties. I would never throw out Suck without checking his filter he is a loyal companion and trusted confidante.

Needspaceforlego · 28/12/2025 21:47

Do you change the bags and filters?

I have 2 mieles 22 & about 14 years old. Never had an issue with either.

Rhubarbandgooseburycrumble · 28/12/2025 21:47

Do you actually clean the filters?

scalt · 28/12/2025 21:46

Why does life-simplifying technology make life so complicated?

Who services a hoover? I’ve heard of emptying hoovers, but servicing them? I wish I had so much time on my hands. And cleaning the filter? The filter in my Henry is clearly labelled “do not wash”.

Gliblet · 28/12/2025 21:46

Our Miele (the one designed for homes with pets) has been going for years - I always go for a make that I can get parts for fairly easily. Change the bag regularly, change the filters regularly (the soft one and the HEPA carbon one), and check the brush bar and de-fur/replace as needed. I usually have to take ours off a couple of times a year and cut long hair, stray threads, tennis ball fluff (thanks dog) and other stringy bits that have got caught up in the brushes off with a sharp knife.

Allseeingallknowing · 28/12/2025 21:44

I was about to throw mine out , when I checked the filters which were badly clogged up. Worked perfectly after cleaning them. How many people buy new ones without looking at this simple solution?

Joeninety · 28/12/2025 21:43

Do you change the bags occasionally ?

FiatLuxAdAstra · 28/12/2025 21:43

Do you ever clean your hoover? The filters? The brushes?
They need regular cleaning and maintenance to keep working.

BaronessBomburst · 28/12/2025 21:42

Do you change the filters? My Miele is 25 years old and still going strong.

Placeoftides · 28/12/2025 21:41

My Henry is nearly 30 years old so I've never had this problem

strawberryandtomato · 28/12/2025 21:41

Henry. 12 years going strong. Bought the handheld one 2 years ago. Love them both

Horrorscope · 28/12/2025 21:41

All my Miele ones have lasted years…

tilypu · 28/12/2025 21:41

Clean the filters.

A friend of mine has a wee sideline, buying second hand hoovers that aren't working well and refurbishing them for resale.

The refurb mainly means cleaning the filters.

Tigerbalmshark · 28/12/2025 21:41

Our Dyson is still going strong 20 years later! I think the secret is not to use it much 🤣

(we have wooden floors and tend to use a microfibre mop)

Hocuspocus99 · 28/12/2025 21:41

How has a sebo stopped working ? They are robust and last forever .
I am a cleaner and mine travels with me every week.
Mines an x7 and so easy to mantain.

Mardyybum · 28/12/2025 21:41

We have a Sebo that was my Grans, she had it probably 5 years and we’ve had it for about the same!
I can’t believe it’s still going, we have pets and young DC and it gets a lot of use. Will definitely get another when we have to replace!

SereneCoralExpert · 28/12/2025 21:39

How often do you clean the filters?

I must do a quick hoover downstairs every day (much quicker than faffing with a broom and dustpan), my hoovers last a few years.

OnlyTomSaidThat · 28/12/2025 21:39

Yup, our Henry is almost 10 years old and still acting like he's new. I wouldn't have any other brand tbh.

Notsuchafattynow · 28/12/2025 21:38

Henry for sure.

I've experienced the same as you, in terms of a variety of makes and tried a Henry after seeing them recommended on here.

It annoys me as it can't seem to turn a corner but the suction is unreal.

fouroclockrock · 28/12/2025 21:37

You must be heavy handed or something. There’s no reason for them to break after 2 years. Ive had my sebo for about 10 years. Only had 3 hoovers in the past 25 years.

SabrinaThwaite · 28/12/2025 21:37

My Miele has long outlived its 10 year guarantee. I just change the bag and the filters.

SpicedAppleCake · 28/12/2025 21:37

You need a Henry in your life, he won't let you down

ChilliMochaCoco · 28/12/2025 21:37

Also got a Miele in 2010 and it's still working well