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 Freedom 8lb. Upright Vacuums from Simplicity Do you have several levels in your home? Lots of steps? Looking to speed up your cleaning routine? Vacuuming can become a lot easier and faster with the Simplicity® Freedom® line of uprights.
- Just 8 lbs. light but packed with power for your most difficult vacuuming, Freedom lives up to its name - it gives you the freedom to work upstairs, downstairs and on the stairs with ease . It handles like it’s power-driven. Most uprights are 9-11 lbs and can really give you a workout when you’re vacuuming and have to move from one floor to another, or have a large home.
- The Freedom® features HiFlow HEPA filtration – allowing for high airflow (for deep carpet cleaning) and superior filtration (great for allergy sufferers).Easy to change, large bags that you just throw away.
- Belts – choose from a regular belt model (change once a year) or the deluxe models that have a lifetime belt (you never have to change!) protected by a sensor that shuts the machine off when it encounters an obstruction
- Freedom vacuums out clean the leading well-known brand by 33%! Light in weight but not in power. The Freedom line has a 5.5 amp motor (not like other lightweight uprights that have only 3-4 amps). The 3600 and 3700 Freedom models let you choose low-speed 4 amps or the 5.5 higher speed amp for better floor to area rug control.
- Larger impeller than the competition- which moved 25% more dirt and air
- A generous 30 feet of cord with quick cord release - makes for a speedy start.
- 3 year bumper-to-bumper warranty on all Simplicity® Freedom® vacuum cleaners.
So stop by Brothers Sew & Vac in Rockville/Kensington, Silver Spring, Bethesda or Washington DC and test-drive the most powerful lightweight vacuum of them all, the Simplicity® Freedom®. Take the power-lifting out of vacuuming today.
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Tagged 8 lb. vacuum cleaner, best vacuum cleaner, Bethesda, DC, lightweight vacs, Maryland, MD, new vacuum cleaner, Silver Spring, upright vacuum cleaners, vacuum cleaner tips, Washington DC
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 SEBO superior vac bags Take a closer look at SEBO vac bags! – Top-fill, three and four-layer bags are an integral part of SEBO‘s filtration system because they hold virtually all dirt captured by the vacuum, which improves the effectiveness and useful life of the microfilters. They also ensure continuously strong suction because dirt enters from the top, deposits at the bottom, accumulates upward, and air exits through the sides, which allows unimpeded airflow as they fill to capacity.
Why is this better than going “bagless”? They can be sealed when full, so no dust can escape into the air during bag removal and disposal.
In contrast, without bags to hold nearly all the captured dirt, the microfilters on bagless vacuums quickly clog from excessive dirt build-up and must be replaced often, or a loss of suction and cleaning effectiveness will occur. Bagless vacuums are messy – dust and other allergens become airborne when emptying bagless dirt containers. Lastly, bagless vacuum microfilters are expensive, usually costing more than a multi-year supply of SEBO filter bags.
FELIX and AIRBELT D4 MODELS
-Pre-motor filters clean suction air after it passes through the filter bag, but before it passes over the vacuum motor. Cooling the motor with clean air is important because this increases useful life expectancy.
-*S-class Exhaust Microfilters (S =“Schwebstoff” = airborne particles) are made from electrostatically charged micro-fiber material, which attracts and captures dust particles from the airflow of the vacuum after it passes over the motor to cool it. This means that exhaust air is cleaned to the highest level. The S-class Standard requires filters to absorb greater than 99.9% of particles down to 0.3 microns in diameter. For comparison, 100 microns is the diameter of a human hair. Their advantages are a relatively open texture that allows smoother airflow for better suction performance, a longer life expectancy, and they cost less than HEPA filters.
AUTOMATIC X, ESSENTIAL G, ELECTRONIC 370 AND AIRBELT K MODELS
 SEBO Microfilters -S-class Pre-motor Microfilters (S =“Schwebstoff” = airborne particles) like the above models*.
-(Optional) – HEPA Pre-motor Microfilters
(“High Efficiency Particulate Air”) remove a minimum of 99.97% of all airborne particulate matter down to 0.3 microns in diameter. Because these filters use small grid-like structures to capture dust particles, dirt build-up clogs the airflow pathway sooner than what is expected from S-class microfilters. However, SEBO’s HEPA microfilters are sold along with four-layer “Ultra-bags,” which provide highly effective filtration before the airflow goes through the HEPA microfilter, greatly increasing life expectancy and reducing the potential of diminished air flow.
-Exhaust filters clean the air emitted by the vacuum motor.
See the line of SEBO vacuum cleaners – uprights and canisters – at any of Brothers Sew & Vac 4 Washington DC Metro Area locations. We’ll be happy to demo them for you to show you how spectacularly they clean flooring and carpets with their efficient SEBO vac bags.
 SEBO 5 Year Warranty All SEBO models include a FREE five-year warranty on the motor and all non-wear parts -and a five-year warranty on labor charges.
The AUTOMATIC X models also includes a lifetime warranty on the belts.
Posted in Brothers Sew & Vac, Vacuum Accessories & Bags, Vacuum Cleaners
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Tagged Bethesda, DC, dust cups, Kensington/Rockville, Maryland, new vacuum cleaner, SEBO, Silver Spring, upright vacuum cleaners, vac bags, vacuum bags, Washington DC
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 IQAir GC MultiGas Room Air Purifier Are you a sensitive person? to gases, odors, chemicals, tobacco smoke? They’re no match for the advanced filtration media in the IQAir® GC MultiGas.
With the allergy season upon us you may need a little extra help from IQAir®. Not only will you be protected from natural allergens but the GC MultiGas can help people with an intolerance to other air-borne sensitivities with their quadruple filtration system. Two stages of HEPA filtration make it 99% efficient at cleaning the air you breathe (with no ozone, ions, or UV or other bad stuff produced by some other air purifiers). The GC MultiGas filters particles, gases, odors and chemicals like no other air cleaner.
#1 rated for tobacco smoke. Gets rid of odors and chemicals quickly – even your neighbor’s smoke.
#1 Rated for MCS (multiple chemical sensitivities)
It cleans the air of the finest particles, gases, odors, viruses and chemicals – even dangerous VOC’s like formaldehyde and benzene.
 Use your GC MultiGas when you want, how you want. Easily rolls from room to room and has sophisticated controls and a remote control for across the room management.
It’s a very smart investment in your health even if you don’t suffer from gas and chemical sensitivities now – it can protect your loved ones. IQAIR® is proud to have been chosen by the American Lung Association as the sole educational partner for the air purifier industry – committed to lung health and disease prevention. Brothers Sew & Vac is proud to sell this superior health product at all four of our convenient locations in Maryland and Washington DC. Stop by for all the details. Learn more about IQAir® products…
 The Vac Doctor is In
- Has this ever happened to you? You’re having visitors over later and you just need to vacuum the house – and then it happens: your vacuum clogs, breaks, or doesn’t turn on at all! (What’s that burning smell!?)
What to do? Pack up your vacuum cleaner ASAP and come on over to the nearest Brothers Sew & Vac location nearest you during our normal business hours. Our helpful, extremely knowledgable ”Brothers” love to solve your vac problems.
We can’t promise we can fix your vac immediately, but in most cases it can be fixed that day and sometimes even while you wait (we have a huge stock of all standard replacement parts for vacuum cleaners right in our shops).
If we can’t get to it immediately (or it’s the occasional, rare part we have to order), we will at least take a look at it and give you a free estimate right away and you can decide how to proceed. If you leave it with us to be repaired and you’re in a pinch, we can even loan you a vacuum cleaner so you can finish your vacuuming.
Brothers has been specialists in repairs for all makes and models of vacuum cleaners for over 50 years. So, don’t worry. When you come to the Vacuum Cleaner Emergency Room at Brothers, the doctor is in – and your vac’s ills will be cured asap.
Google Testimonial...“Excellent customer service and very knowledgeable I went to the Silver Spring store today with my 2 vacuums that needed service and left very impressed with Bryan. I called on the phone and explained my symptoms and he was very polite and said that I should bring them in and he would be happy to help. He was able to diagnose the problem immediately and even upon my request fix the problem on site within minutes! He showed me around the store and educated me about my machine and some others. Bryan was excellent with his knowledge of the products and his customer service skills were wonderful. He mentioned that it is a family owned/ run store and I think they should be proud. The store was clean and organized well. I will recommend this location to friends and family and I will return in the future. Thanks again and keep up the good work ! “
From Yelp…“These guys are great! I brought my vac in because it seemed to be overheating and the roller at the bottom wasn’t working….What had happened was that it overheated and melted a little plastic piece at the bottom which was impeding the roller. He said this overheating tended to be a problem with bagless vacs. They don’t make replacement parts for them and so the only thing to do was to buy a new one. …He took it in the back and a few minutes later came back and said he’d fixed it! He had scraped away the melted plastic with a knife, just enough to let the roller work again and the thing was fine!…Definitely going back here again next time!”
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Tagged Bethesda, broken vacuum cleaner, clogged vac, emergency repair, Maryland, Rockville, Silver Spring, upright vacuum cleaners, vacuum cleaner repairs, vacuum cleaner tips, Washington DC
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If you’re looking for a gift that’s thoughtful and practical but will still bring a gleam to their eyes – Brothers Sew & Vac has some ideal ones for you. Take socks and gloves off the list this year and add one of these suggestions. Just be sure to prepare yourself for a big “thank you”:
 Husqvarna Viking Sewing Machines  IQ Air Purifiers  Simplicity Freedom 8lb.Vacuum Cleaner
 Hoover Carpet Cleaner
 Simplicity Vacuum Cleaner  SAVE WITH SPECIALS!
For the Creative Hobbyist:
Husqvarna Viking Sewing Machine. They can make amazing quilts, embroideries on linens, personalize tote bags, or make their own fabulous clothing. Complete the present with a fabulous sewing cabinet and organization accessories from Horn.
For the Pet-Lover: IQ Air Purifiers. Perfect for the allergy sufferer or animal aficionado who also wants cleaner air for themselves – and their pets. Quiet, HEPA Technology, Certified Performance.
For Their First Apartment: 8lb. Simplicity Freedom upright vacuum cleaner. Great for bare floor cleaning, light and powerful.
For the Busy Soccer Mom: Choose one of our floor cleaning machines for bare floors or carpets to keep their homes mud and pizza stain-free. Makes kids’ messes worry-free.
For the “I Hate Housework” Husband: One of our new vacuum cleaners from Simplicity®, SEBO®, Hoover®, Eureka®, Oreck®, Sanitaire®, Panasonic®, Fuller Brush®, Dust Care®. He can’t use the “vacuum doesn’t work” excuse any more. Today’s vacuum cleaners are powerful, easy to use, and made to last. If you do have a problem with your vacuum cleaner down the line – Brothers can repair it for you – over 50 years of experience!
Don’t be surprised if you find a gift for yourself while shopping at Brothers Sew & Vac at any of our 4 locations in Maryland and Washington DC. (Always wanted a central vac? We sell and install those, too). SAVINGS FOR YOU, TOO…
Posted in Brothers Sew & Vac, Carpet Shampooers, Central Vacuum Systems, Hard Floor Polishers, Sewing Machines, Simplicity, Vacuum Cleaners
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Tagged #1 air purifier, air purification, best vacuum cleaner, central vacuum systems, DC, gift guide, gifts, Horn cabinets, Maryland, sewing cabinets, upright vacuum cleaners, Washington DC
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 Central Vac Repairs, Sales and Installation What is a central vacuum? A central vacuum cleaner (also known as built-in or ducted) is a type of vacuum cleaner appliance, installed into a building as a semi-permanent fixture. They send the dirt through a duct system in the walls to a container system. The power unit is usually installed in a basement, garage or storage room, along with the collection container. Inlets are installed in walls throughout the building that attach to power hoses and other central vacuum accessories to remove dust and particles from a room. Most power hoses typically have a power switch located on the handle.
Often times your central vacuum can break or clog, or have unit problems. When that happens you can turn to Brothers Sew & Vac, who has been repairing and installing central vac systems in DC Metro homes for over 50 years.
If you have any of these problems you should call Brothers for repairs:
Your system is acting odd, turning on and off or staying on continuously:
This is most likely a circuit board problem, but could also be your home’s internal low voltage wiring. When the power is turned on, a circuit is completed and the vacuum unit is turned on. If the vacuum is staying on all the time or randomly turning on and off then it is possible that this wiring is faulty and needs to be replaced.
Your suction isn’t as good as it used to be:
This could be from many things, but it’s usually due to a burnt out motor or a clog in your system. Figuring out which one it is can be done by isolating the closest inlet valve then using a suction gauge to measure the the CFM and inches of H20 (inches of suction) that the vacuum is providing. If it is a clog then our technicians will find it, remove it using a reverse suction machine, then make sure everything else is working. If your unit needs to be replaced or if the motor is bad, Brothers can make the repairs right in your home to get you up and cleaning again. Brothers carries all parts for every brand of vacuum.
Brothers Sew & Vac services: Simplicity, Beam, Black and Decker, Braun, Electrolux, Filtex, Hayden, Hoover, HP Vacflow, Nutone, Pullman, Singer, Vac-u-Queen and many other makers of central vacuum systems.
Your unit is old, gone bad and needs to be replaced:
Brother Sew & Vac carries the best manufacturer names like Simplicity, Hayden, NuTone & Hoover so you know you’re getting a quality central vac that will service your cleaning needs a long time. There’s a BSV near you and we want you to be a returning customer and therefore only sell central vacuums that will provide powerful suction and have a superior warranty. If your central vacuum needs to be replaced or repaired in Maryland or Washington, DC, Brothers will deliver and install the unit professionally – and you’ll be on your way to a cleaner, easier-to-maintain home in no time! Ask us about new accessories and HEPA filtering.
To contact Brothers Sew & Vac for central vacuum repair in our service area, just click here… or to schedule fast, reliable service in MD or DC: just call us at 301-657-8227 (ask for Paul) with your make and model and we can assist you.
 Brothers at the Smithsonian  Old Hoover Vac on Display at the Smithsonian Brothers Sew & Vac has been selling and repairing vacuums so long we’re in the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington, DC. Well, at least one of the vacuums BSV serviced and/or sold over 50 years ago is.
The front label on the old Hoover shows the Brothers’ antique sticker with our original store address on New Hampshire Avenue in Takoma Park, MD opened in 1956 still nicely displayed on the front. Note the seven digit phone number (still available back before DC was a booming megatropolis).
We’re still making history at our four locations around town selling new and fixing old vacs and sewing machines – just like in the good ‘ol days we believe in offering good products that last, and service that keeps them running like new.
 Horn 5280 Elite If you love to sew you’ll love Horn sewing furniture – available at Brothers Sew & Vac. Horn offers many smart features to fit the type of sewing that you do. All Horn furniture is quality made to last with sturdy construction and steel connectors with a Limited Lifetime Guarantee. See the Horn brochure for all the details.
 Horn 5278 Elite Table options:
- Traditional sewing tables for single sewing machines
- Tables for heavy sewing machines and sergers, or embroidery machines
- Large work surfaces
- Easy-glide drawers and storage cubes
- Extension platforms
- Airlifts and manual lifts
Plus, you can have the perfect setup with their deluxe sewing chairs, thread cubes, and cutting mats. Everything in its own place: easy to get to and organized. Professionals and hobbyists love sewing with Horn! Come by a Brothers Sew & Vac location in Maryland or Washington DC and see them for yourself.
While you’re here you can browse our new sewing machines models from Husqvarna and Singer! For the professional there’s Tacsew, Juki, and Consew – major manufacturers of commercial sewing machines.
Brothers services all makes and models of sewing machines – sewing machine specialists for over 50 years.
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- Brothers Sew & Vac carries IQAir® air purifiers simply because they’re the best you can buy. Most highly noted is the HealthPro® Plus, with its advanced, high-performance filtering system for large rooms.
- Superior odor and chemical removal
- Effectively removes allergens
- Doesn’t emit ozone
- Endorsed by medical groups
Don’t take our word for it.
These respected organizations consistently rate it #1:
- ConsumerSearch.com
- Consumers Digest
- Consumers Guide
- Reviewboard Magazine
- AllergyBuyersClub.com
- Stiftung Warentest
Suffering from allergies or know someone who is?
Pass it on: HealthPro Plus from IQAir – Awarded Best Air Purifier over and over again – at all 4 Brother Sew & Vac locations.
 Gifts You'll Appreciate Every Day! Attention, brides-to-be, do you see a clean, well-maintained home in your future? A perfect place for both of you newlyweds to dream, relax, and entertain friends and family in?
When you register at Brothers Sew & Vac’s you will be choosing gifts designed to make you a star homemaker (even in your mother-in-law’s eyes)!
What can you choose from Brothers? Practical gifts that last -that you’ll really use:
- A quality vacuum cleaner – like Simplicity®, SEBO®, or Miele®.
- Wood floors? Add a floor polisher to keep the floors gleaming.
- Apartment carpeted? Keep it like new with a shampooer.
- Sewing machines for mending and creating stylish window treatments and pillows
- Air purifier to make the “living with your significant-other’s cat now” transition go smoothly
- Gift Certificates are always appreciated and can be used for future purchases and services.
To register at Brothers Sew & Vac you can either make an appointment to pick out your favorites with a “Brother” or just stop by during our regular hours. We will take the bride and groom’s name and contact information for shipping and keep it available in our system.
Tell your family and friends that you’ve registered at Brothers Sew & Vac. They can simply order over the phone or shop any of our 4 convenient locations. We’ll let them know what you’ve selected and the items left on your wish list. We can ship to the bride and groom or gift-giver if needed. It’s that simple.
Congratulations on your upcoming marriage – you’ve made a smart choice starting out your new lives together by selecting Brothers Sew & Vac for your Bridal Registry.
Posted in Air Purification, Brothers Sew & Vac, Carpet Shampooers, Hard Floor Polishers, Sewing Machines, Vacuum Cleaners
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Tagged bridal registry, DC, gifts.Simplicity, Maryland, MD, Miele, new vacuum cleaner, SEBO
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 SEBO vacuums at the White House
Since 1978, when 2 engineers formed SEBO® in Germany, it has become the most important manufacturer of high-quality commercial vacuum cleaners in the world. Millions of SEBO® vacuums are in hotels, hospitals, schools…yes, even the White House and Buckingham Palace
Since 1997, SEBO® has been designing and manufacturing retail vacuums for households just like yours based on their reliable and high-performance commercial models.
Did you know that SEBO® was the world’s first vacuum manufacturer to introduce:
- an integrated suction hose on an upright vacuum
- a timing-belt-driven brush with clutch protection
- a dust bag that fills from the top, followed by a microfilter, and then the motor
- an electrostatic microfilter
- an electronic brush control and safety shut off
- a soft bumper on a canister vacuum, protecting walls and furniture from damage
- an electronically controlled automatic height adjustment, S-class*filtration, and a detail wand with telescopic hose.
What does all this mean to you? Brothers Sew & Vac’s showrooms in MD and NW-DC carry the most modern and innovative vacuum cleaners to keep you breezing through your vacuuming chores. SEBO® is one of our featured lines because they are practically maintenance free, excellent with pet hair, their deep cleaning extends carpet life, have innovative features like automatic shutoffs - and will last for years beyond a “disposable” model – even at the most important, demanding residence: your “House”.
*S Class stands for “Schwebstoff”, which means “airborne particles. S-Class filtration is standard on all SEBO® vacuums, HEPA is an option on most models.
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 Disco Polishing Attachment What’s the SEBO® Disco? Not the return of an old dance craze but innovative technology for your hardwood and tile floors that’s available at Brothers Sew & Vac showrooms.
What can it do for your dull floors? It both vacuums and polishes for a high-gloss finish. The systems works with a snap-on polishing head on compatible SEBO vacuum cleaner models – or with your central vac with an adapter. It’s easy to maneuver and lets you maintain the beauty and value of your floors longer.
Just vacuum, mop, apply floor maintenance product and let it dry. Then polish until your floor gleams!
Suitable for most hard floors that are not porous or cushioned. Ask Brothers Sew & Vac if SEBO®’s Disco will work with your floors. You’ll love the ease of use and you’ll take a new shine to floorcare!
Find out more about the Disco…
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 Vacuum Bags or Dirt Cups? Which will save you money over time? When you buy a new vacuum cleaner should you purchase one with a disposable vac bag or a dirt cup that you can just empty?
Vacuums with dirt cups
PROS:
- Save on paper bags
- You can see the dirt in the dust bin
- The dirt-cup vacuum could require 1, 2, or even 3 dirt filters
- How much are the filters? You will have to change them every 3-6 months or risk clogging your vacuum, requiring professional repair.
CONS:
The first time you will get 100% clean filtration. After that you will have a clogged filter from the first use and you’ll get less and less filtration, defeating the reason for a filter.
Vacuums with disposable paper or HEPA bags
PROS:
- Every single time you replace the vac bag you will have renewed factory-clean, high-efficiency filtration
Brothers Sew & Vac’s Recommendation: a new bag is less expensive than buying a new set of potentially costly filters so you will save money over time, have cleaner, filtered air, and a less-taxed vacuum that will run longer from not getting clogged.
Brothers Sew & Vacs is the place for vacuum bags for every make and model of machine, so stop by one of our locations and stock up. Be sure to check our specials. Right now, if you buy 2 packs, the third one is free! It’s a wiser choice for healthier air and more cost-efficient vacuuming. If it’s time to trade up for a new vacuum model that’s more maintenance-free (with bags!), we are happy to demo highly-rated models in our showrooms for you that fit your cleaning needs perfectly.
Simplicity Vacuums (and their sister company Riccar), a division of Tacony Corporation, are one of the only brands of upright vacuums Made in the USA. Simplicity‘s manufacturing facility is now located in St. James, Missouri. While most companies are sending their jobs overseas to save money, Simplicity is doing the opposite because they believe in producing American jobs & making superior products.
Simplicity is the only vacuum manufacturer that continually improves its current design instead of bringing out a different model every time it changes. No other company has been as committed to create and sell a better vacuum as Simplicity.
Simplicity: As their name implies, doesn’t believe that adding gadgets and gizmos is the way to design a better vacuum cleaner. Instead, engineers and structural designers scrutinize every detail of their vacuums to ensure each element is the best it can be.
Your vacuum should make chores quicker and easier not more complicated by breaking down all the time. You can count on superior performance every time you use your vacuum. Simplicity stands behind each of its vacuums with the best comprehensive warranties in the industry so you can buy American and be assured of a great product at the same time.
Let Brothers Sew & Vac show you the best Simplicity vacuum for your needs today.
Watch this video about Simplicity’s Made in the USA Philosophy:
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