If you're searching for a vacuum cleaner it may seem like a pretty simple process, overall it is. But like any consumer product you have options so it's important to become informed about vacuums before you make your purchase. First of all you should become familiar with the various types of vacuum cleaners, such as, upright, canister, stick vac, broom vacuum, handheld vacuums, wet/dry, hepa vacuums and even robot vacuum cleaners.

First off there is the basic upright vacuum cleaner. If you are looking for a vacuum cleaner to clean up dirt and debris on carpets this the vacuum for you. Uprights are quite powerful, the reason being is that they draw air through a much shorter pathway than canisters. The drawback to upright vacs is that they are clumsy to vacuuming carpeted stairs, hand held or canister vacuums work better for this. However they are more powerful that then more versatile canister vacuum cleaner, it really depends on your preference. Upright vacuum cleaners are the most popular type of vacuum in the United States.Eureka vacuums as well vacuum cleaners from Hoover are both great uprights worth reviewing.

Canister vacuums are much smaller than the upright type.The drawback however is that since they are smaller in size they have less suction and power than upright vacuums. If you need to clean tiled or hardwood floors, carpeted stairs, carpets, drapes and ceilings, then this type of vacuum cleaner system is for you. Check out Shark vacuums, they offer a huge selection of canisters vacs that are reasonably priced.

Handheld vacuum cleaners are small and lightweight. Handheld vacuums are usually cordless vacuums that operate on battery power. Perfect for a variety of duties including cleaning those hard to get to places such as between sofas, cleaning dirt from your car and small spills on the kitchen floor. This style of vacuum doesn't need a cord and can be easilt stored. If you own a small apartment or townhouse then this is perfect for you. Black and Decker Dust Busters are very popular cordless hand vacuums.

If you have problems with pet hair then you need an vacuum that specializes in animal hair. Dog and cat hair is extremely hard to get rid of if you don't use the right machine. Cats and dogs not only leave hair in your carpets and on your floors but they also leave dust particles, mites and pet dander to name a few of the dangers of not cleaning up after your pets. To rid your home of all the hazards of those cute furry animals you need to find a hepa vacuum cleaner. Hepa vacuum cleaners are designed to clean your carpets of all the problems that lead to asthma. Dyson vacuum cleaners are the best vacuums to rid your house of pet dander and dust mites, that cause allergies and breathing problems.

If you have had wet spills in the basement or need a quick way to clean up dry debris around the home such as leaves then you will want to get a hold of a wet/dry vacuum. You can choose between a variety of sizes that range from 1 gallon, all the way up to 22 gallons. Craftsman and Dewalt are the leaders when it comes to wet dry vacuums.

And if you are exhausted just thinking about the labour involved in cleaning your home then you need a robot vacuum. Robotic vacuums can clean all types of surfaces from hardwood floors to shag carpets all while you watch. These battery powered maids are truly amazing, never lift a finger again as long as you have on of these babies. Roomba vacuum cleaners are leaders when it comes to robot vacuum cleaners.

Whatever vacuum system you choose, make sure to do your homework, read online reviews and compare vacuum cleaner ratings before you buy.

Chris Vorelli is a writer, providing articles on all types of vacuum cleaners, such as Rainbow vacuum cleaners, Kirby vacuum cleaners, Oreck vacuums models and Hoover vacuums