Julian's Appliance Centre

Do vacuum cleaners need to be serviced?

All vacuum cleaners need to be serviced. We recommend an annual service, however this can vary model to model. Some ducted vacuum systems are self-servicing, requiring only maintenance when needed. At Julian's Appliance Centre we recommend regular servicing of any vacuum to prolong its life and to ensure that it is operating at peak capacity.

Aren't ducted vacuum systems costly?

Ducted vacuum systems may seem to cost more than a conventional vacuum cleaner, yet over the life of your system this cost reduces significantly. Firstly, when you install a ducted vacuum system, the value of your home automatically increases. Secondly, the exceptional cleaning power that a ducted vacuum system offers prolongs the life of carpets, curtains, and other fabrics, saving you money in the long run.

What areas do you service?

Julian's Appliance Centre is based at Geelong, so you can drop off your item for service and repairs at this address. For on-site servicing we will come to you in Geelong, Torquay, Queenscliff, and all suburbs of Geelong including: Grovedale, Waurn Ponds, Breakwater, Highton, Belmont, Norlane, Corio, Newtown, Geelong West, Hamlyn Heights and East Geelong.

When I use my vacuum cleaner it makes the air smell musty, how can I avoid this?

Some vacuums use bags and others do not. All vacuums have filters. If you are experiencing a musty smell when you vacuum it could be a combination of the bag needing replacement and the filter needing cleaning/replacement. If you have your vacuum serviced, at Julian's Appliance Centre we will clean and/or replace these as required. If not, then replace your bag and see if the problem continues. If it does, clean or change your filter.

I have a sore back, what vacuum cleaner is the best for me?

The best type of vacuum cleaner to use when you have a sore back could be a ducted vacuum system as there is nothing heavy to carry or move around. The wide range of attachments can be tailored to your individual needs. If a ducted vacuum system is not viable for your home, the traditional answer would be to use an upright vacuum cleaner.

Why does my vacuum cleaner have poor suction?

There could be a number of reasons for this. First, your vacuum bag could be full and might need to be emptied. If this has been done and the problem continues, take note if your vacuum sounds normal. If it doesn't, it may have a motor-related problem such as a broken drive belt or a drive belt that has loosened over time. Drive belts can often break when the vacuum has been blocked.

When should I change the filter on my vacuum cleaner?

This will vary model to model. Some filters do not require changing but instead can be washed. Take note of the instructions provided by your manufacturer. If in doubt, bring your vacuum cleaner to us or email us and we will provide you with the right advice.

Do you stock air conditioners?

Yes, we do, with our range of split air conditioners Geelong we can help you find the model that suits your needs.

Do you also do air conditioning installation Geelong?

Yes, we have qualified electricians on staff at Julian's Appliance Centre in Geelong who can help you with the air conditioning installation of any of the air conditioners that we stock.