Now is as good a time as ever to time to talk about the virtues of rescuing old stuff! Every so often stores like ours get make a little elbow room by turning over some overstocked merchandise, seasonal goods and otherwise unloved or overlooked items. It's our duty to find these products good homes and give our customers a great deal they can't refuse - on stuff you can really use!
I know you're going to ask - but sorry, new Miele vacuums, cannot, and will not ever be "discounted." They are price protected from the manufacturer and deviation from that contracted price results in account termination - serious stuff! We do sell these vacuums at the absolute lowest allowed price every single day. (We don't jack prices then have a sale.) This ensures the product and brand integrity, making sure that the seller and manufacturer can survive to maintain this product for a lifetime. But we ARE allowed to pay customers a credit for trade-ins, and sell off our retired demonstration machines after a few years. Many folks would love the discount on a machine they know has only been ran and maintained here in our store. But these are a RARE breed!!
Why Buy Retired or Refurbished Vacuums?
Let's start off with an analogy.... Kittens and puppies get adopted pretty easily, right? So beautiful, adorable and exciting! But what about the older dog or cat? Maybe old "Duke" has a creeky hip or a blind eye. You probably wonder why that dog is up for adoption anyway...what kind of bad habits must he have? But did you ever consider that maybe Duke wasn't bad, that perhaps he was a bad fit for his old home? They bought him as a cute, tiny puppy but were shocked at the sheer size and exuberance of an adult hunting dog! (They should've opted for a Teacup Yorkie.) But if you don't adopt Duke....well, I don't want to talk about what happens then. You can feel good about giving him a new lease on life. He will serve you well as a fierce protector, playmate and a loving, grateful companion. Maybe he'd be a great friend for your other dog who's lonely and acting out!
But a vacuum...So what? An needlessly overfilled landfill is what! Not only should your ecological conscience be screaming at the thought of discarding a vacuum that's only a few years old, but your wallet is shouting too! Buying a good vacuum up front and properly maintaining it is always the best and most economical way to go. (You should adopt a pet that fits your lifestyle and keep it healthy with regular vet visits, right?)But sometimes folks come in with the best intentions, bringing in their old Hoover, Electrolux, etc. for repair then "life happens" or their home circumstances change. This is how we end up "refurbs!" Vacuums that are repaired and never claimed, rejected or just abandoned start their new life here with us. We evaluate, clean up and restore these poor, unloved vacs to good working order and put them out for adoption in our showroom!
Don't forget our own personal workhorses, those in-store demonstration vacuums. Once their model or color has changed in the manufacturer's lineup these beauties are eligible for retirement. Again, they are random, rare and not quite as discounted as lower-end refurbs, but still a GREAT fit for the right new owner!
What Can You Do With a Refurb?
Refurbs and Retirees make a great home care companion for someone on a budget, a student or someone "just starting out." These are also great to have as a "backup" in case your main vacuum breaks down. Homes with multiple levels are best served with a flooring-specific vacuum on each story. Refurbs are also great to use for dirty jobs, garage or basement duty, or for the odd time when your experiencing household renovations. Not a great idea to abuse your good vacuum in situations like these.
Is there any reason you couldn't rescue a great older vacuum or other cool products? Tell your friends or think of others in need of help. Stop by to see us ...Rake in some serious savings and do a good deed for the planet and your wallet! SEE YOU SOON!
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