These 5 Common Robot Vacuum Mistakes Are Sabotaging Your Pricey Home Helper

It’s the classic story with so many appliances. Out of the box, your robot vacuum works great but over time, that peak performance degrades and a few months later, it starts underperforming so much you think it’s broken. 

However, with robot vacuums, it’s very possible that your machine isn’t underperforming; you’re just unknowingly sabotaging it. 

“A common misconception among consumers is that these devices are totally ‘set and forget,’ requiring zero upkeep once they start their rounds,” says Ryan Wu, the head of Narwal Americas, a global leader in robot vacuum manufacture. “Despite how sophisticated their automation has become, it’s important to give them a little TLC from time to time.” 

Five common robot vacuum mistakes and how to correct them 

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