Howdy, Lately at A1 Vacuum headquarters, we’ve been feverishly debating some of the biggest do’s and don’ts in the clean freak community. There’s just one question that no one can seem to agree on… …to glove or NOT to glove?  Since the dawn of dustpans, rubber cleaning gloves have been marketed as a more hygienic, less icky alternative to scrubbing with your bare hands. That being said, new studies indicate these slippery companions could actually be making our cleaning routines less sanitary, leading to sweat and other bacteria becoming trapped within the rubbery fingers. So, do you rock ..read more

Hey! Have you ever stopped to wonder what the single hardest working piece of cleaning gear in your home is?  Well, besides you, of course. Sure, things like your washing machine and dryer do an awful lot to keep your family looking and feeling fresh each day. But the *real* undisputed world champion of home cleaning is… Your vacuum cleaner. Here’s why: On average, American households generate a whooping 40 pounds of dust per year, most of which includes various bacteria… As well as human skin. That’s pretty gross, but a great vacuum will suck all that up – and then some. So, why not give ..read more

“Clean Freak” Persona Emails – 8 Total Email #1: Subject: Ninja-approved cleaning hacks? We’ve got you… Body: Howdy {name}, It’s {company name}, otherwise known as your *top secret weapon* against daily dirt build up, hidden dust colonies and anything else that makes you go… “Ewww!”  If you’re like us, you’ve probably given a LOT of thought into how you can achieve the SQUEAKIEST clean on the block — without sacrificing every waking moment of your free time tidying up… …You know, besides having a tiny army of invisible cleaning ninjas dedicated to sweeping away every crumb, hair and lint ..read more

Ever thought of how often you have to replace your vacuum? More often than you should. …If you don’t apply these easy tricks to help your vacuum live longer and be more effective over time without letting you down in the middle of your chores and wrecking your wallet over and over again! Now, are you ready to discover some life-saving hacks to make your vacuum last longer? Here we go! CLEAN THE FLOORHEADCheck your vacuum’s floorhead and tubes for hair strands, debris, and other visible dirt after every use. You can use scissors to cut off debris that has stuck to the vacuum cleaner. Doing thi ..read more

Stains Happen   Accidents happen, and stains are a fact of life. So you need a safe and dependable stain remover in your toolbox. That way when things such as blood, permanent marker or pasta sauce do a number on your stuff you’re ready.     Amodex To The Rescue   My latest “accident” happened on a brand new pair of Under Armour sneakers. They looked great and were so comfortable. The only problem was that one of them had writing in Sharpie all down one side. Don’t ask how it got there! But it ruined the appeal of the sneakers.   Now Sharpie is one of the har ..read more

We understand that you have a choice. So why should you come into A-1 instead of the guy down the street? Great to Deal With We’re proud of our friendly and expert service. We look to treat people the way that we want to be treated when we go shopping.   If you’re looking for people who are easy to talk to, approachable and know what they’re doing then A-1 is the place for you. We take what we do seriously not ourselves. Come in and find out for yourselves.   Best Selection in Lexington We really do have the largest selection of vacuums in Lexington out in our showroom. There’s ..read more

It’s Friday, and, finally, you are about to enjoy your free time, relax and...spend the next days cleaning and doing housework: oh no! We all love a bright, clean, shining house, but let’s be honest, time flies. Living in a tidy, neat environment is a primary need and, in some circumstances, housework is overwhelming, stopping us from enjoying our free time. On top of it, despite looking like a “simple” task, cleaning, tidying up, mopping, dusting, etc., we need a good amount of knowledge to maximize the effort, saving time for ourselves and loved ones. Here are a few hacks to clean our home ..read more

If you are a fur parent, you know how hard it is to either get rid of the falling fur of our lovely pets or avoid pet dander that accumulates behind every corner in your home! That is why we’ve come up with these Five House Cleaning Tips Every Pet Owner Should Know… PET-PROOF YOUR FURNITURE Allowing our cats and dogs to roam around, sit, and sleep on our beds and couches means letting them screw it up, too. It is their nature to scratch, tear, and bite whatever is within their reach, and we can’t blame them, right? But you can pet-proof your furniture by stocking up on dog blankets, so you c ..read more

This is a very delicate one: air quality can be a serious thing for your household… …causing serious issues in the long and short term to you and your loved ones. Dirty air filters can hide bacteria that can threaten our cardiovascular and breathing system, causing eye, nose, and throat irritation to dizziness, headache, fatigue, or even a cough and sore throat. Of course, you want to avoid such a scenario. Since we want to avoid it too, here, you have an effective recipe to follow. Easy and Practical Tips in keeping the air healthy at home, protecting your family everyday! ENSURE GOOD KITCHE ..read more

Getting a Vacuum To Clean Up After Your Pets I was chatting to a customer the other day. He'd brought his "Pet Vacuum" in for service because it wasn't picking up the hair from his German Shepherd. The man had bought the machine from a big box store after seeing an infomercial on late-night TV. But unfortunately for him, not everything labeled a pet vacuum lives up to the hype. Some models out there don't do a decent job of cleaning up after pets. So, if you're in Lexington or Central Kentucky and currently shopping for a new pet vacuum what should you be looking for? And what machines do we r ..read more