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How to Unclog Your Vacuum Cleaner – Expert Tips From Capital Repairs

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Anne
Anne
Trustpilot Review - December 2024
The engineer sent (Daniel Lewis) to my elderly client to check why their gas hob wasn't working. He arrived within the specified time frame I was gives, he was courteous and well mannered. He had the hob repaired within minutes, leaving my clients over the moon! Highly reccomend Dan to anyone!
J Bhumi
J Bhumi
Google - December 2024
I called Capital Repairs asking for help and advise for my dishwasher. The man who served me, Dipak, was very helpful and patient with me and was able to help repair my machine! Thank you very much!
Jo Yorke
Jo Yorke
Google - December 2024
Daniel Lewis came to look at my client's gas hob as the hobs weren't igniting. He was here about 15 minutes and got it working without any parts. He was lovely and polite to my clients and very very efficient.
Eddie Tang
Eddie Tang
Google - September 2024
Dan was superb! Very friendly, efficient and informative! An asset to the company and deserves a pay rise!
Hugh Sweeney
Hugh SweeneyGoogle - September 2024
Great advice & customer service on the supply of our recent integrated fridge/freezer from Capital Repairs.Our old Neff integrated fridge freezer was ‘packing up’ after 15+yrs hard duty and we were under pressure to get a new one supplied and fitted quickly. They supplied and fitted the new appliance and removed the old one In less than 48hrs ! fantastic! Big thanks to the young fitter Zack he was very diligent and skilled on what was tricky integrated appliance install
Hugh Sweeney
Hugh SweeneyGoogle - September 2024
Great advice & customer service on the supply of our recent integrated fridge/freezer from Capital Repairs.Our old Neff integrated fridge freezer was ‘packing up’ after 15+yrs hard duty and we were under pressure to get a new one supplied and fitted quickly. They supplied and fitted the new appliance and removed the old one In less than 48hrs ! fantastic! Big thanks to the young fitter Zack he was very diligent and skilled on what was tricky integrated appliance install
Sabrina Remedios
Sabrina RemediosGoogle - September 2024
Jason repaired my washing machine. Was quick, effective, thorough and definitely knew what he was doing - very helpful and considerate
Vathsala Paramanathan
Vathsala ParamanathanGoogle - June 2024
I am very pleased with the. Work and advice of the engineer Jason who came today to repair my Liebherr fridge freezer. He said that there was no need to replace any part and resolved the problem
Mercy A.A.
Mercy A.A.Google - May 2024
If we could give the engineer Dan 10 stars we would! Such a quick, reliable service he provided and fixed the issue with our American Fridge/Freezer so quickly. Amazing customer service! Your company should feel lucky to have him representing you.
Sarah
SarahMay 2024
Having had excellent and quick service from Capital who sent engineers to sort out problems with my dishwasher and tumble dryer, I decided to buy a replacement dishwasher from them too. I was able to speak to real person! Who told me what they had available, I selected and bought it and was offered delivery two days later. Kept up-to-date on the timing of the delivery and the two men who came, fitted took away the old machine couldn't have been more helpful. I thoroughly recommend this company for swift and excellent service
Mercy A.A.
Mercy A.A.Google - May 2024
If we could give the engineer Dan 10 stars we would! Such a quick, reliable service he provided and fixed the issue with our American Fridge/Freezer so quickly. Amazing customer service! Your company should feel lucky to have him representing you.
Asker Mirza - Trust Pilot
Asker Mirza - Trust PilotSeptember 2024
Dan Lewis is a brilliant engineer. A REAL engineer and just not a techie.He sorted the awful noise from my Sharp Fridge freezer which I bought from AO.com.Dan’s knowledge base is considerable and he is extremely personable and humble. Will always want him to repair my ‘white’ goods. Most grateful as he has reduced the overall noise level of the fridge freezer.
Clair - Trust Pilot.
Clair - Trust Pilot.May 2024
Very good follow up be email to organize the appointment; engineer came on time and repair was very quick; the only thing which could have been improved was to mention somewhere that ETA means Estimated time of arrival....it usually has another common meaning.
Technician repairing a vacuum cleaner

We’ve all been there, vacuuming through the home whether it’s hard floors or carpet and all of a sudden, you hear a concerning noise. Or perhaps you’ve noticed that your vacuum’s suction is considerably less than before? The cause for both of these problems may be that you have a clogged vacuum somewhere along the path from entry into the vacuum and entry into the debris canister.

We’ve put together this simple guide on how to unclog your vacuum cleaner.

  • Before you start anything, make sure that your power is switched off and unplugged from the power socket. Safety is the most important thing and if you feel uncomfortable or not sure, stop immediately.
  • If you are using an upright vacuum, gently lower the vacuum onto its side, so that you have easy access to the underside beater bar (roll of bristles that agitate flooring) is visible. For all other types of vacuums, raise the floor brush so that you can see its underside. Depending on your vacuum model, remove the brush roll and clear of debris such as hair, thread, or anything that can get tangled up in the beater bar.
  • Remove the hose from the holder on the main part of the vacuum and check if you can see any blockage in the pipe. With a long slim instrument such as a broomstick, attempt to dislodge the clog by pushing the instrument through the hose. Remove the long instrument and give the hose a little shake. Hopefully, after being dislodged, the clog will make itself free of the hose and fall.
  • If the clog blockage is not in the hose, unclip or unscrew the whole hose from the vacuum. Using either your fingers or a small instrument such as a pen or knitting needle, poke around the entrance of the vacuum to find and dislodge the blockage. You may want to use a pair of tweezers to pull the clog from the machine.
  • Re-assemble the vacuum hose and beater bar, as well as an empty refuse canister. Plug your vacuum into a power source and test that your vacuum is working as it should and there are no more blockages.

While these steps will help you when you hit a spot of trouble with your vacuum, it’s useful and recommended that you regularly carry out maintenance on your vacuum by removing any blockages and cleaning filters, hoses and other detachable features. Keep your vacuum working for longer by spotting any issue before it gets worse, whether you have a Dyson, Hoover, Shark, Bissell, Miele and more. Make sure that you empty the vacuum debris canister after each use, ready for next time and avoid picking up wet or large debris such as paperclips, pins, toys, coins, etc.

If your vacuum cleaning is still causing issues, get in touch with Capital Repairs, today. Call our expert friendly team on  0208 429 3727 or 0800 056 3738 or use our contact form to drop us a message and we’ll get back to you.

 

Capital Repairs, established in 1983, is a trusted family-run business providing expert Washing Machines Repairs London, Dishwasher Repairs London, and Tumble Dryer Repairs London. With decades of experience, they also specialize in Microwave Repairs London, Vacuum Cleaner Repairs London, and both Electric Cooker Repairs London and Gas Cooker Repairs London. Their skilled engineers offer reliable services, including Fridge Freezer Repairs London, Fridge Repairs London, and Freezer Repairs London. Covering a wide area, they provide professional Appliance Repairs London in various regions such as North London Appliance Repairs London, East London Appliance Repairs London, South East London Appliance Repairs London, South London Appliance Repairs London, West London Appliance Repairs London, and North West London Appliance Repairs London. Their services extend beyond London to areas like Middlesex Appliance Repairs London, Essex Appliance Repairs London, Hertfordshire Appliance Repairs London, and Surrey Appliance Repairs London. For professional and efficient appliance repair services, contact Capital Repairs at 0208 429 3727 or visit their website.

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