Most people don’t regularly clean their vacuum’s hose.

This should involve:.Cleaning and untangling the vacuum’s brush bar.

Cleaning the hose and removing any clogs.Cleaning the dust canister (on bagless vacuums) to eliminate dirt build-up.Checking for clogs elsewhere in the vacuum.

Cleaning any attachments or tools.Of course, some maintenance tasks need to be performed more regularly.

For example, filters should be cleaned monthly to prevent dust and dirt building up.

Any clogs should also be dealt with as soon as you notice them.. For more information, read our guide to.Check for visible clogs at either end.

Then gently use a broom stick to.dislodge any clogs.

(don’t use too much force.).Rinse the hose with cold water.