Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• inspect vacuum for visible damage and test electrical safety and suction performance

• check and clean or replace filters, bags and dust canisters

• examine brush bar, belts and bearings and remove blockages from hose and nozzle

• test motor function and airflow and report if specialist repair or replacement is needed

• carry out basic on-site repairs such as belt or filter replacement and fit supplied parts

• provide a written diagnostic report, photos and a fixed-price quote for any major work

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Most diagnostics and minor repairs take 30 minutes–2 hours on site. Replacing major components (for example the motor) or ordering specialist parts adds waiting time of 1–7 days; on-site work for major repairs is typically 1–3 hours. factors that extend time include poor access, need for specialist parts and evidence of electrical faults; engineer may need to return

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• do you charge a fixed call-out or hourly rate?

• will you provide a written estimate before proceeding?

• do you supply replacement parts and what warranty do they carry?

• can you test the motor and show me results on site?

• are you insured for accidental damage and do you hold relevant electrical testing certificates?

• how long will any parts take to arrive and will you return to fit them?

How to Avoid Surprises

• clear access to the vacuum and remove small items from the work area

• have make and model details to hand and any previous repair receipts

• ensure a mains socket is free and accessible for testing

• provide parking details or a permit if street parking is limited

• keep pets secured and warn the engineer about household hazards or contaminated dust