Vacuum cleaners are ideal especially for homes which have pets such as dogs and cats running around. If indeed you have pets, you must always be having a hard time cleaning your carpet, what with the amount of fur that clings to it. What you must do is sprinkle baking soda on the carpet and let it stay for a few minutes before using the vacuum. Baking sodas are less expensive than the branded carpet cleanser and freshener, yet they can do the same cleaning action.
For great cleaning action, you might want to purchase a cleaner which have rotating brush or a combined brush bar and beater. These can actually loosen the animal fur and deep seated dirt in your carpet and suck your carpet completely. The brush will take away stubborn dirt and animal hairs from the carpet fibers, leaving it really clean and even smelling fresh.
For litter found on floors, carpets and rugs, it is best to utilize the lightweight vacuums. It really go deep down the fibers of your rug or carpet, try using the upright cleaner that comes with an efficient power brush. Indeed, kitty litter is pain in the neck especially if it is crushed into the pile or even embedded. Never allow litter to stay long on your carpets. Instead, clean it out immediately if you can.
Aside from the animal hairs, you must also be cleaning your floor with all the dust and particles that will otherwise make your carpets looking worn out and dirty. Likewise, it is a must that you check the floor for thick straws and thread that can clog your vacuum hose. Make sure that the floor and carpet are clear of these materials, otherwise they might cause potential damage to your vacuum cleaner.