Vacuuming 101 – The Right Way to Keep Your Carpet Looking New for Decades
Nothing extends the life of your carpet more than proper vacuuming — and it’s also the #1 thing Northern Michigan homeowners can do to keep indoor air clean for kids, pets, and allergy sufferers.
How to Vacuum Like a Pro (Yes, There’s a Right Way)
- Slow & steady wins — Move back and forth in overlapping rows. One quick pass does almost nothing.
- Don’t press down hard — Let the vacuum do the work.
- Shift slightly left or right every 3–4 passes so you don’t create “lanes.”
- Hit corners, baseboards, and under furniture edges every time — that’s where 80 % of dust hides.
Northern Michigan Vacuuming Schedule That Works
| Area | How Often |
|---|---|
| Entries, mudrooms, pet zones, kids’ play areas | Daily or every other day |
| Family rooms, hallways, stairs | 2–3 times per week |
| Bedrooms & formal areas | Weekly + edges with crevice tool |
Pro Tips We Give Every Customer
- “Top-down” clean → dust blinds & shelves first, then vacuum the fallout
- Empty or change bag when only ½–⅔ full — full bags lose 80 % of suction
- Use the crevice tool along baseboards and under couches every week
- Cut tangled pet & human hair off beater bar regularly — it’s the #1 cause of premature brush wear
Want to talk more about vacuums for your home?
Swing by any of our three showrooms or contact us — we’ll help you pick the one that makes vacuuming fast and painless.
Serving Northern Michigan homes since 1986 — celebrating our 40th anniversary March 2026!
Warmly,
Ken Roberts and the Kiss Carpet Team