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Looking to purchase a Makita XGT (40v) vacuum and looking for recommendations.

Their newest model I believe (CL004) has a brushed/powered head.

If we have hard floors and no carpet really other than a couple small entry rugs, is it necessary to get a powered/brushed head?

Is HEPA filtration worth it?

When vacuuming hard floors, does it generally require less suction than carpet? For example, would the cyclonic cylinder have a lesser decrease in vacuum strength on hard floors vs. carpet?

Looking to purchase a Makita XGT (40v) vacuum and looking for recommendations. Have a bunch of their batteries ranging from 4ah to 8ah.

Their newest model (CL004) has a brushed/powered head.

If we have hard floors and no carpet really other than a couple small entry rugs, is it necessary to get a powered/brushed head?

Any recommendations from this community on the best XGT vacuum to get? Is HEPA filtration worth it?

Not a pro. Just do basic repairs when the happen and learn from watching YouTube.

Recently got some XGT batteries as part of a kit (clearance at 🍊) and after some rebates ended up with WAY more XGT Ah than expected. Have 33 total Ah (two 8.0, one 5.0, and three 4.0).

What XGT tools are definitely worth it? Stick vac?

I do NOT need XGT things like impacts, etc and will stick with LXT for those.

Have XGT mower and string trimmer and wanting to get blower to have all XGT OPE.

Bought the GCU06T1 at the orange home improvement store on clearance but have no need for the actual chainsaw. Would rather have an XGT blower. Tool only, new. Any interests on this sub in trade?

Have a top load washer. Have heard it's not a good idea to use a pedestal with a top loader. We want to raise the dryer, however, to make it easier to get clothes out.

Are there any solutions that won't look weird with the washer at regular height and the dryer raised higher with a pedestal? Only option is to get a front load washer?

What’s the best way to pack frozen/fresh seafood when traveling? We go to coastal areas regularly and love to bring back fresh seafood.

We’ve used cardboard boxes before from The Home Depot and places cooler bags inside but didn’t know if there was a better way.

Never tried dry ice but didn’t know if that would complicate the screening process.

Long-haul EVA flight to TPE.

Would it be better to sit in an exit row with “unlimited” legroom vs. PE?

PE is actually still $1k+ more even after paying for exit row.

Have not done a deep dive into the Tacoma but was looking at new model year Tundras and a bit scared away by the recent engine problems.

The Tacoma is a bit smaller than what I was wanting to look into but my big question is, has the Tacoma experienced (or actively has) any major production/quality issues like the Tundra?

I imagine they are different engines with different histories. I’ve always heard the Tacoma is an incredibly reliable and quality vehicle, just curious what its current reputation is (if it has even changed). thank you.

Does anyone have ideas/suggestions on how to organize/store the attachments for the power head? Any racks or creative solutions that have worked well? We do not have the broom attachments to store (large).

Had some LXT batteries but got in on some great XGT deals from the orange home improvement center 🍊.

Have a couple 8.0 and four 4.0 Ah in addition to five 4.0 LXT.

What is the best HEPA vacuum Makita makes? Heard a new powered head is coming out.

Broadly speaking, how do these compare to Dyson? Would be happy to stick with Makita unless Dyson is far superior.

10yr I-90 renewal. It has been close to a year and using the timeframe tool, we are past the point we can inquire about the case. We submitted a request to check the status of the case and got a confirmation number.

What typically happens after this? Will USCIS contact us or update the myUSCIS account?

If you purchase a tool in Japan and have it shipped to the US, do you have to pay a tariff on arrival/delivery from FedEx? I do not seen an option to "pre-pay" so was curious if tariffs were still in effect. Total order was $180 and was for a electric/battery tool.

Are there any good property tax protest company recommendations? What is a reasonable commission (25-50% of taxes saved)?

If you do protest by the 5/15 deadline, do you have to have all your evidence (pictures etc) submitted by then or can you do it after the 15th? thank you.

Have an item currently out of stock in US but the international locations have it in stock. Are there reputable shipping forward services? How does this work? They just get the package and then mail it on?

get bad allergies a couple times of year but self manage with OTC medications

have ability to do allergy testing for about $50 since I’ve met deductible.

my allergies while annoying are tolerable and I don’t want to be on Rx or long term medication because it doesn’t bother me that much.

is it still worth getting allergy tested? Is the information obtained for awareness worth the effort?

Sometimes, THD offers a 'free item' promotion.

Example: A two pack of batteries is $300 + free item

You choose a free item that is normally $300.

They pro-rate in cart to $150 per item.

You return the un-wanted item and get the batteries for $150.

They do this so you can't return the batteries for $300 and keep the free item.

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This is commonly found on Slickdeals but is there anything actually against THD policy for this?

Sometimes, THD offers a 'free item' promotion.

Example: A two pack of batteries is $300 + free item

You choose a free item that is normally $300.

They pro-rate in cart to $150 per item.

You return the un-wanted item and get the batteries for $150.

They do this so you can't return the batteries for $300 and keep the free item.

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This is commonly found on Slickdeals but is there anything actually against THD policy for this?